El Altar Volcano 2-Day Hike
El Altar Volcano 2-Day Hike
Day 1: Riobamba - El Altar Volcano
At 7 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Riobamba and travel to the base of the El Altar Volcano, which is located at an altitude of 22,965 feet (7,000 metres). When we get there, we'll give you a packed lunch for the hike and prepare our equipment for the 9-mile (15-kilometre) route that awaits us through the Sangay National Park. During our ascent, we'll see laurels, royal palms, achupallas, ferns and orchids.
After 7 hours of walking, we'll get to the place where we'll set up our tents for the night. At the end of the day, we'll have a filling dinner under the Ecuadorian Andes' starry night sky.
Day 2: El Altar Volcano - Riobamba
Rise and shine! As a new day dawns at the foot of the mountain, we'll have a tasty breakfast to get fuelled up for the day. Before setting off for the summit, we'll give you a bag of food for the route.
Once we've worked our way across 1 mile (2 kilometres) of rocky trails, we'll come to the El Altar Volcano's 13,451-foot (4,100-metre) high sumit. From inside the crater, we'll see the Yellow Lagoon, which was formed after the volcano's most recent eruption in the 15th century. Afterwards, we'll drive back to the base and board the minibus to return to Riobamba. Our arrival at your hotel is scheduled for 4 pm.
Accommodation
This tour includes 1 night's accommodation in tents. As well as the tent, the activity price also includes a sleeping bag and mat.
More Information
Duration
2 days.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by minibus
English–speaking guide
1 night's accommodation in a tent
Sleeping bag and mat
2 picnic lunches, 1 dinner and 1 breakfast
Mules to carry your luggage
When to book?
You can book up until 7 days before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Chimborazo Tours
Corporate name: CHIMBORAZO TOURS OPERADOR A DE TURISMO CTUR CIA LTDA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
