Mountain Climbing

Mountain climbing in Ecuador, particularly on Chimborazo, is an exhilarating and challenging adventure that attracts climbers from around the world. Chimborazo is the highest mountain in Ecuador and the highest peak in the Andes, with an elevation of 6,310 meters (20,702 feet) above sea level. It is located in the Cordillera Occidental range, near the town of Riobamba in central Ecuador.

Climbing Chimborazo requires a high level of fitness, as well as technical climbing skills, as the mountain’s steep terrain, glaciers, and unpredictable weather conditions can pose significant challenges to climbers. Climbers should also take time to acclimate to the high altitude and prepare for the effects of altitude sickness.

The climbing season for Chimborazo typically runs from November to February, as this is the time when the weather is most stable and the mountain is most accessible. During this time, climbers typically spend several days on the mountain, with each day spent climbing to a higher altitude and then returning to a lower campsite to rest and acclimate.