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Expeditions to South America

Ecuador Volcanoes

Altitude 5,897m/19,346ft » Duration 20 Days » Grade 2A

Skills training and ascents of the equatorial summits of Iliniza North, Cayambe and Cotopaxi

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Cotopaxi (www2), 36 kb

Cotopaxi Photo: © Javier Mora

Introduction

The volcanoes of Ecuador are well known among climbers, with Cotopaxi (5,897m) being the world's highest active volcano. Our expedition to Ecuador climbs three main volcanoes, following a thorough acclimatisation programme and alpine skills training on Cayambe (5,790m), Ecuador's third highest mountain. This introductory-level expedition is designed for those who wish to combine a holiday in a fascinating country with a technical training course and the opportunity to climb a significant mountain... read more

You can round off your trip with an optional extension ... read more about Ecuador Volcanoes extensions.

  • Galapago Extension 4 days - price upon application
  • Chimborazo Extension 3 days - £550
  • Antisana Extension 3 days - £550

Availability of this expedition

If you are considering booking this expedition, please click here to contact us with any questions that you have.
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Experience Required

The Ecuador Volcanoes itinerary includes two days of Alpine Skills Training on Cayambe in the early stages of the expedition. No previous mountaineering experience is therefore required for those considering this expedition.
This expedition is graded 2A... read more about grades
Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.

Team Composition

Our Ecuador expeditions are led by our highly trained and experienced English-speaking Ecuadorian guides... read more

There are 12 places available on each expedition.

Leaders Gaspar Navararrete (Nov '08), Mungo Ross (Dec '08).

Expedition Itinerary

Day 1: Fly UK to Quito... read more

Pre-Expedition Meeting

Prior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more

Equipment

To join the Ecuador Volcanoes expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read more
We have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service

Insurance

Special travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
  • +44 (0) 845 345 8848
Alternatively, you can contact us by email

First Expedition
May 1995
Summits
30
Total
30
Latest Reports & Photos (Feb '08)
Day 12, spectacular views from the summit of Cayambe, Ecuador's 3rd highest volcanoDay 10, at 4,900m on CayambeDay 9, at Hacienda Guachala
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Dates

Prices (choose currency)

UK full cost
price without taxes
£2,495
£2,341
From Quito£1,650
Single Trip Insurance£70

Altitude Profile

Courses

To get the most from your expedition, Jagged Globe offer courses to make sure you have all the skills and the fitness you need [more]

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