Good introduction to high altitude mountaineering in the Andes
Ideal for climbers with limited time
Guide ratio of 1:2 on Cotopaxi and Chimborazo
Certified guides with local and international experience
Suitable to any level of experience
5 summits in a short period of time
INCLUDED:
Private transportation.
Entrance fees.
All meals while in the mountain.
Professional-bilingual Mountain guide ASEGUIM/UIAGM.
NOT INCLUDED:
Meals in cities.
Additional transportation.
Personal hiking gear.
Insurance.
Accommodations in cities.
Additional activities.
DIFFICULTY RATING
Our trekking activities and mountaineering programs are rated in two major aspects: physical and technical.
For both of them we divide into four levels: easy, moderate, intermediate and strenuous.
The levels are assigned depending on the number of walking hours, elevation gain and the technical terrain on the mountain and walking area.
Easy
The hiker should cover up to four hours of walking on a marked and easy trail with few slopes up to 35 degrees. Technical equipment is not required. The hiker must be in good physical condition.
Moderate
Hikes usually extend from four to six hours on a path at times not well marked with one or two delicate steps where a safety rope will be necessary. It is mandatory very good physical condition.
Intermediate
This case generally applies to our mountaineering trips where the effective walking hours exceed six and can be extended up to nine hours round trip. Technically speaking, these activities generally occur in areas covered with snow and glacier where technical mountaineering equipment is mandatory.
Estrenuous
Refers to the longest mountain routes and physically more demanding but not necessarily the most technical. The total number of hiking hours exceeds nine and can reach up to twelve between climbing to the summit and returning to the mountain hut or camp. It is also necessary use ropes, crampons, ice axes, ice screws, etc.
Climbable all year-round, however the best climbing months are: November through February.
Rainiest Months: April and May.
If you are looking for a different trip, we would love to help you creating a plan that meets your requirements. Please do not hesitate to ask. For more information contact us at: info@andeanchallenge.com or
sunandsnow2002@hotmail.com
Recommended packing list
Large size backpack
Day pack (hiking)
Ice axe
Comfortable hiking shoes
Mountaineering boots
12 point crampons
Climbing harness
Climbing helmet
1 locking carabiner
3 regular carabiners
Sleeping bag
Sunglasses
Ski googles
Sunscreen (50 or more protection factor)
Lip balm
Plastic water bottle
Thermos
Gaiters
Wool socks
Hiking trousers
Gore-Tex trousers
Wind and snow shell-type parka
Light to medium weight insulated parka (down or synthetic)
Wool sweater or fleece jacket
Wool or fleece cap
Gore-Tex gloves
Polypro gloves
Headlamp (and spare batteries)
PERSONAL first aid kit and personal medication
NOTES ON THE ITINERARY: Although we do our best to adhere to the schedule listed above, the day-by-day activities and camping locations listed on this itinerary are subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control including group pace, acclimatization, weather, trail, on road conditions and/or water availability at the campsites according to the time of the year. Hiking distances and altitudes are approximate, and times indicated are net hiking or driving times that do not include lunch breaks, rest stops, time to explore the area, etc. This program is suitable for physically fit participants accustomed to outdoor activities.
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