Lo que mas disfrute fueron los viajes en el bote, el atardecer en la Laguna, la buena predisposicion del guia y la visita a canoa las comunidades. El guia sabe mucho sobre -- la flora y la fauna de la selva, aprendi mucho de lo enseñado por el, es muy simpatico y predispuesto a enseñar, Muchas gracias.
Testimonials: I been whitewater rafting, kayaking, canyoning, paragliding, rock climbing , biking in Baños with Imagine Ecuador, all tours was very good organized, best scenery a lot of fun.
The tour to the Galapagos Islands was incredible, I enjoyed all the wildlife, nature. Our cruise on board of the New Flamingo Yacht was nice. I will definitely recommend to my friends, Thanks!!
Climbing Tours Ecuador, the Chimborazo is the highest mountain in the Ecuadorian Andes and due to its close proximity to the equator it is also the furthest point from the centre of the Earth. Climbing the Chimborazo will offer a challenge to even the most experienced mountaineer; it is a technical climb and the long approach to reach the peak will certainly push your physical limits.
In addition to proper acclimatisation, excellent physical condition is required to cover the 1.300-meter altitude difference between the Whymper Refuge and the summit, a 9 to 12 hour trek over never-ending glaciers. Challenge yourself and be one of the few who have left their footprints on the most distant point from the earth's molten centre. Break the 20,000 ft. barrier and stand on the furthest point from the centre of the Earth.
FIRST DAY:
We meet at the agency at 8am. We will travel 4x4 for about 2 hours. We go by 4x4 until the first refuge (4,800), then we will climb 1 hour until the second refuge (5,000 m). There we will have a small snack while our lunch is prepared. For the afternoon, we have the chance to walk in the glacier and practice the techniques of the climbing. From this altitude we can enjoy the beautiful view around Chimborazo. After dinner we will prepare the equipment and we go to sleep.
SECOND DAY:
We wake up at midnight to start climbing to the summit. We need 6 to 7 hours to reach the top and 3 to 4 hours to descend. We will arrive to the top for sunrise. After a few photos, we return to the refuge. We have a meal and we have the opportunity to observe the flora and fauna in the
surrounding area. Our bus will pick us up before noon and finally we return to Baños.
THIRD DAY:
Before the climbing, you can have an extra day of acclimatization in the Reserve. After lunch, we'll walk in the surrounding area. The first night we sleep in tents (at the altitude of 4,000 meters). Next morning we start the normal program of 2 days
ANNOTATIONS
Equipment for a temperature of 10 C below zero. Sun screen and Lip balm. Protection for cameras against low temperatures. A small backpack to ascend to the peak. Min.1 litre of water
YOU WILL NEED:
Passport (original)
Warm clothes
4 extra batteries for the flashlight.
Camera / Film (200/400/800 ASA)
WE PROVIDE YOU:
Plastic boots and crampons
Special Pants and Jacket
Gloves (External and internal), mask and hat
Ice axe, gaiters and harness
Flashlight and Sun-glasses
Sleeping bag and extras
Volcano Chimborazo
DISTANCE: 312 Km from Quito to the Entrance
ALTITUDE: 4,800 m.a.s.l. at the refuge, and 6,310 m.a.s.l. at the summit
GROUP SIZE: Minimum 2 people - Maximum 8 people
TIME: Minimum 2 days – Maximum 3 days
INCLUDE:
Transportation from Quito or Baños (if 2 people, public transportation, if more than 3 people, private transportation, food, equipment, Bilingual Guide certified by the Association of Mountain Guides of Ecuador . The Guide has a hand-held transceivers “YAESU”.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Entrance fee (10US$), Refuge payment (10 US$).