Climb Cayambe Volcano Summit
Cayambe volcano is the third highest in Ecuador. It is also the only high-altitude mountain that is crossed by the equatorial line.
Cayambe volcano, 5,790 masl, is the third highest in Ecuador. It is also the only high altitude mountain that is crossed by the equatorial line, it has a beautiful glacier a few minutes from the Ruales Oleas Berge refuge. We are a trusted agency with certified guides to Climb Cayambe Volcano Summit
The price includes:
√ Legal Tour Operator with all papers in order
√ High Mountain Certified Professional Guide ASEGUIM
√ One night at the Ruales Oleas Berge Refuge
√ Private transportation to and from Machachi
√ Food in the mountains such as: dinner, breakfast and box lunch
√ Tickets and Permits to the Cayambe-Coca National Park
√ High Mountain technical equipment such as: boots, crampons, ice ax, harness and helmet.
Price does not include:
Χ No type of insurance
Χ Personal mountain equipment such as: waterproof/warm clothing, goggles, backpack, gloves, buff etc…
Χ Tips
Χ Other expenses not detailed above
Important information: The ascent of Cayambe is not considered a technical climb, but it does require acclimatization – having climbed at least 2 or 3 small mountains recently, in addition to the climber being in good physical condition.
What to bring to Climb Cayambe Volcano Summit:
- Waterproof Jacket (second layer)
- Warm or feather jacket
- Waterproof trousers (second layer)
- Hot pants or lycra (first layer)
- Headlamp with fresh batteries
- Waterproof and wool gloves
- Personal hygiene items
- Bottle or thermos
- Sleeping bag
- Beanie or Buff
- Sun cream
- Backpack
- Glasses
Please ensure that you have insurance that includes medical cover and accidents in remote areas. It is advisable to buy this in your country of residence.
If you would like a transport service from another city, please coordinate this in advance with one of our travel agents.
Cancellation policy:
We put a lot of effort into the organisation of every tour, but we understand that sometimes it is necessary to cancel. If you cancel with at least 30 days’ notice before the start of the tour, you receive a 100% reimbursement of the amount paid. After the 30 day notice period, or in the case of ‘no show’, no reimbursement is possible.
Climb Cayambe Volcano Summit
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Day 1: Machachi 3,000 masl - Ruales Oleas Berge Refuge 4,700 masl
Day 2: Ruales Oleas Berge refuge 4,700 masl – Cayambe summit 5,790 masl - return to Machachi 3,000 masl
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