WHY TAKE THIS TOUR?
- It is a true adventure to be at the farthest point from the center of the earth and closest to the sun, experiencing the sensation of walking on high.
- At 4100 meters above sea level at night you can contemplate a blanket of stars, watching the Milky Way is like a dream come true.
- We hike to Yana Rumi (Black Rock), a spectacular place to enjoy nature, and for photography lovers, this is a perfect place.
- Another reason is a visit to the Chimborazo hot springs, a place to relax while contemplating the natural environment.
INFORMATION
- DATE: Available on any date upon reservation.
- Price: $130 per person (Minimum 2 persons)
- Duration: 2 days/1 night.
- Departure:
- we pick you up from the hotel
Come and visit the magical landscapes of the Ecuadorian highlands, visit the Nevado Chimborazo with its 6268 meters above sea level. It is the closest point to outer space, since measured from the center of the Earth it is the highest mountain on the planet, surpassing the height of Everest by 2 kilometers;Chimborazo is colloquially known as "the closest point to the Sun".
A journey through snow and mountains
Also discover the diversity of plants, animals and cultural traditions of this magical province.
Our certified guides and local guides will make this adventure a magical experience, with stories, legends and interesting facts.
“This is your opportunity to get to know this landscape”
INCLUDES
- Transportation from Riobamba
- Certified guides.
- Permits to enter the protected area.
- Permits to enter the camping area.
- Hike up to 5100 masl (second refuge/Laguna Condor Cocha).
- Lunch in the mountains.
- Hikes to Yanarumi (Black Rock).
- Mountain dinner.
- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping).
- Camping + campfire.
- Breakfast.
- Entrance to the Chimborazo hot springs. Entrance to the Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve.
- Lunch 2: Traditional
NO INCLUDES
- Taxes.
- Lodging in hotels in the city of Riobamba.
ITINERARY FROM RIOBAMBA
DAY 1
8 AM. Departure from the city of Riobamba to the snowy Chimborazo, where we will hike to the shelters from 4800 to 5100 meters above sea level. In this hike we will arrive to the Condor Cocha lagoon located at 5100 masl.
During the trip from Riobamba to Chimborazo we will make several stops so that you can acclimatize, take pictures and enjoy the scenery.
2 PM. Lunch at St. John's parish.
3 PM Hike to Yanarumi, a spectacular place to be in contact with nature and take pictures of the landscapes.
6 PM. Camp at 4100 m of altitude, it is a spectacular place to observe the firmament, tell legends and enjoy the campfire.
DAY 2
8 AM. Breakfast
9 AM. Time to relax in the hot springs of Chimborazo.
1 PM. After enjoying the hot springs we will go to the city of Riobamba to have a traditional lunch, the famous "hornado de Riobamba".
2 PM. The provision of our services ends.
¿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.
Payment must be made with an advance payment of 50% of the value.
WHAT TO BRING?
- Warm clothing (gloves, wool cap, scarf and thermal or waterproof jacket).
- Bathing suit to enter the hot springs, swimming cap essential.
- Comfortable shoes for walking, with carved sole.
- Water, candy or pieces of panela (optional).
- Glasses and sun protection.
- Personal documents.