Acclimatization Packages in Ecuador

The seven-day acclimatization program is designed for people who are new to Ecuador and who wish to start climbing at high altitudes immediately. The program is developed to educate and instruct people in high altitude climbing between 4,000 and 6,000 meters (13123-19685feet). Our mountain base, PapaGayo, is a Hosteria nestled in the Avenue of the Volcanoes and is a perfect location because of its altitude 3,200meters (10498feet) and proximity to the volcanoes. With the assistance of a qualified and bilingual guide, this program acclimatizes and increases the fitness of climbers, making it possible to successfully climb some of the highest volcanoes in South America. Over the course of these seven days, you will reach the summit of four of Ecuador’s most famous volcanoes, the Pasochoa, the Corazon, the Illinizas North and last being the mighty Cotopaxi, which is the highest active volcano in the world! These climbs offer spectacular and unsurpassed views of Ecuador and the Avenue of Volcanoes. Specially designed, this program enables people with little or no experience to gain the ability and skills necessary for climbing some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.

The 12 day acclimatization program is designed to educate and instruct people in high altitude mountain climbing of 4,000 – 5,790m. Our mountain base for some of the climbs is Hacienda Papagayo, nestled in the avenue of the volcanoes and is a perfect location because of its altitude (3,200m) and proximity to the volcanoes. With the assistance of a qualified and bilingual guide, this program acclimatizes and increases the fitness of climbers so it is possible to make a successful climb of some of the highest volcanoes in South America. Over the 12 days you will reach the summit of some of Ecuador’s most famous volcanoes, the last two Cayambe the only volcano in the world located at 0°00´00” and Cotopaxi the highest active volcano in the World! These climbs offer spectacular and unsurpassed views of Ecuador and the Avenue of Volcanoes. Specially designed, this program enables people with little or no experience to gain the ability and skills of climbing and enjoy some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.

The 14 day acclimatization program is designed to educate and instruct people in high altitude mountain climbing of 4,000 – 5,790m. Our mountain base for some of the climbs is Hacienda Papagayo, nestled in the avenue of the volcanoes and is a perfect location because of its altitude (3,200m) and proximity to the volcanoes. With the assistance of a qualified and bilingual guide, this program acclimatizes and increases the fitness of climbers so it is possible to make a successful climb of some of the highest volcanoes in South America. Over the 14 days you will reach the summit of some of Ecuador’s most famous volcanoes, the last two Cayambe the only volcano in the world located at 0°00´00” and Cotopaxi the highest active volcano in the World! These climbs offer spectacular and unsurpassed views of Ecuador and the Avenue of Volcanoes. Specially designed, this program enables people with little or no experience to gain the ability and skills of climbing and enjoy some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world.

This tour is the ultimate mountaineering experience in Ecuador! Over a period of five days you will climb three of the tallest volcanoes in the Avenue: Iliniza Norte, Cotopaxi and finally the mighty Chimborazo- giving you a chance to break 6,000 meters (19685 feet). This program is developed to educate and instruct people in high altitude climbing between 4,000 and 6,000 meters (13123 - 19685 feet), including preparation for climbing glaciers with the ice-climbing program. These climbs offer spectacular and unsurpassed views of Ecuador and the Avenue of Volcanoes below. Due to the demanding and physical nature of this program, we require that you be in good physical condition and acclimatized prior to commencement.

This climbing tour in Ecuador offers an amazing chance for climbers to take their mountaineering skills to the next level in South America. It involves training in ice wall and glacier climbing on the Cotopaxi glacier with a licensed teacher and under the highest safety conditions.

A fantastic and exciting trip in its own right, this tour is ideal for those who want to add a bit of spice to their climbing, gain more experience, and learn high altitude strategic climbing.