Climb Cotopaxi 2024

Mount Cotopaxi is the most popular climb in the Andes of Ecuador, standing at 5,879 mts (19,000 ft) it takes great stamina and physical endurance. As this is one of the most popular climbs, we constantly receive requests from solo travelers, looking for partners to tackle the mountain summit.

Cotopaxi is an active stratovolcano in the Andes Mountains, located in the Latacunga canton of Cotopaxi Province, about 50 km south of Quito, and 33 km northeast of the city of Latacunga, Ecuador, in South America. It is the second-highest summit in Ecuador, reaching a height of 5,897 m.

Trip Itinerary:

Day 1:

11 am pick up in Quito (Latacunga or Riobamba), the drive takes approximately 2 hours, then we serve lunch at the registry, where there is a small briefing, then we’ll transfer you to José Rivas Refuge, situated at approximately 4800 meters (15,748 feet) above sea level. This cozy refuge serves as our base camp for the climb ahead. Dinner will be served at 5 pm, providing the nourishment needed for the journey.

Day 2:

In the pre-dawn hours, we embark on the exhilarating climb of Cotopaxi, one of Ecuador’s most iconic volcanoes, towering at approximately 5897 meters (19,347 feet) above sea level. The ascent is a test of endurance and skill, navigating through rocky terrain and icy slopes. We aim to reach the summit between 6-8 am, where breathtaking views of the surrounding Andean peaks await. After conquering the peak, we descend back to José Rivas Refuge for a well-deserved breakfast. From there, return to Quito (or Latacunga – Riobamba)

You can also find packages with other summits, including Chimborazo, on our main web page, for more details click here

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