Cycling in Chimborazo

ROUTE DETAILS

Cycling in Chimborazo is one of the activities with more adrenaline for adventurers and full enjoyment for those who want to relax outdoors. It is a route of approximately 17 km, which begins with the descent by bicycle from the Carrel Brothers Refuge located at 4800 m.a.s.l. passing through impressive landscapes typical of the dry paramo, until reaching the cliff of the Chirrera, in the short route, or if you want to ride 31 km to the San Juan parish located at 3160 m.a.s.l.
During the tour, visitors can observe vicuñas, South American camelids perfectly adapted to the paramo climate, as well as some bird species such as the curiquingue and the Chimborazo star hummingbird, a species endemic to Ecuador.
The route passes through chaquiñanes and high Andean communities that preserve their cultural richness; in short, cycling in Chimborazo is to breathe, live and encounter nature.

Difficulty: Medium.

    Duration: 1 day

  Minimum: 2 persons

   Price: $ 75 per Person.

    Place of departure: City of Riobamba

INCLUDES:

  • Transportation from Riobamba.
  • Certified guide.
  • Lunch in the mountains.
  • Hike up to 5100 m.
  • Visit to the Chorrera cliff.
  • Bicycle and safety equipment.
  • Entry permits to the protected area of Chimborazo.

NOT INCLUDED:

  • VAT (in case an invoice is required).
  • Lodging in hotels in Riobamba.

DETAILS:

8:00 We pick you up from your hotel in Riobamba.
8:30 Canelazo in San Juan.
9:30 Visit to the Chorrera cliff, a spectacular place to take pictures.
11:00 Trekking from 4800 m altitude to 5100 m (Laguna Condor Cocha).
13:00 Descent by bicycle.
14:00 Lunch at St. John's Parish.

17:00 End of our services.

¿HOW TO BOOK?

    • Send a Whatsapp to (+593) 0984906132 or an email to info@chimborazotours.com with the following specifications: Tour name, travel date, number of people, name and surname, passport number, country of origin.
    • Once we receive the information, we coordinate the details of the trip and the payment methods.  payment methods.
    • Payment must be made with an advance payment of 50% of the value (Do not forget to send proof of payment to whatsapp (+593) 0984906132 or to the email:  info@chimborazotours.com .

YOU SHOULD BRING:
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
  • Thermal and waterproof clothing (warm clothing, wool cap, gloves, scarf), sunglasses, sunscreen and a light bag to carry small items.
  • Important: Bring your personal documents.

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