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Pichincha volcano hiking tour to acclimate before climbing Cotopaxi.
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Joined 2021
To acclimatize our body before climbing mountains like Cotopaxi or Chimborazo, this is the best option, 8 hours of walking back and forth from the crater of the Pichincha volcano.
We can start our walk very early even before the cable car "TELEFERICO " opens its doors since we take the old route to go up by vehicle. one hours driving and enjoying amazing views of the city.
On the way back we can go down by cable car where we will take the vehicle to return to the hotel.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel, apartment, house.
- I will pick you up from your hotel, apartment or home. I will ask for you to front desk . I will be at the lobby.
Walk to the peak of the mountain.
Cable car station is the place to start this walk, there are more than 10 km ( 6.3 miles) from this point to get to the peak of this volcano. Beautiful landscapes will appears during this trip.
Birds such as hummingbirds will be our guards in this journey.
Temperature will change every minute , sunny , windy, rainy and cloudy .
Pichincha volcano, peak of the mountain.
Later of a 4 hours walk we get to the top of this mountain ( 4784 masl). If the day helps We can have a great view of some other volcanoes.
It is the place Where We have to be very careful with rocks that can fall down.
Once We recover energy We start to walk back to the cable car station.
We could be walking back 4 hours.
Cable car
We ride a cable car from 4000 masl. up to 3000 masl.
We will have a car waiting for us there to bring us to our hotel .
Ending Point
your hotel, apartment or where you asked to be dropped off.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation
Driver guide
Food
Drinks
Entrance fees
Tour Important Information
* Bad Weather can affect the experience.
* If We start later of 9 am. We could ride cable car to get to the 4000 masl.
* We should bring water and some of food to eat during during this journey.
* Cable car opens Monday to Thursday at 10:00 am.
* Bring clothes such as rain jacket, comfortable shoes, wear in layers.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide in all of Ecuador
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2021
About Tour Guide Gustavo T.
Hello friends, my name is Gustavo, you can call me GUS. I am from Quito. I am a Certified National Tour Guide around 10 years, I have been part of this industry from 2006 when I started in a hotel. I am very passionate when I talk about my country, with my profession I have been able to discover many interesting and beautiful locations in Ecuador, I have had the opportunity to learn more about culture, costumes, music.
I have lived all my life in Quito but in the last 10 years I have visited many places in my country that is why everywhere I go I feel in home nevertheless I love my city.
I invite you to visit Ecuador. We have the Galapagos Island and I am sure you have heard about it, but Ecuador has more than that, we have Quito , the First Heritage of the Humanity, the Andes with many active volcanoes, the Cloud Forest, Coastal Region and one of the most fabulous places which is known as Amazonia where the nature is amazing.
Ecuador is waiting for you now , you will be able to visit many things through your cell phone or computer but you have to come to discovered this amazing country any day to surprise yourselves.
Reviews
Tanny L.
“3 unforgettable days ”
Gus, thank you and thanks to Ibeth so much for amazing 3 days in Quito. Also thank you to Richard our driver. Gus is a very fantastic and outstanding guide. So friendly and knowledgeable and very patient. Took his time to answer all our questions.From the first time I contacted him, he was very nice and answered all the messages very quickly. I gave him a very abstract idea and he created full itinerary for 3 full 12 hours days. Gus, you made our trip unforgettable. If you visit Quito, Gus is your guide. You won't regret it.
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Gustavo T.
Thank you so much for your beautiful message! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you during these 3 days in . We are thrilled to hear that you had an unforgettable time and that the custom itinerary worked out perfectly for your long days of exploration.We truly appreciate your kind words about our service, responsiveness, and dedication. Knowing that you arrived with just a loose idea and left with unforgettable memories is the greatest reward for us.You were fantastic guests, and you are welcome back to Ecuador anytime! Safe travels on your next adventures, and please keep in touch. Warm regards Gus
Albert F.
“Cotopaxi all day”
Fantastic guide. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. We especially appreciated his flexibility and willingness to customize our tour. His English is excellent and he was able to answer all questions we asked of him. We highly recommend him.
Gustavo T.
Dear Albert Thanks for your words. I really appreciate you took your time to write a review . It was a pleasure for me to show you some of my city . Gus
Michael B.
“Two fantastic days in Quito”
We had two fantastic days in Quito with Gustavo. Getting to experience Quito and the surrounding area with Gustavo was a real treat. He was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the history, culture and traditions of that area of Ecuador. His recommendation for La Gloria for dinner was spot on. After two days together we felt like extended part of Gustavo's family. Taking those two tours with Gustavo should be on everyone's to do list in Quito. Thanks Gustavo Mike, Eveline and Ron!
Gustavo T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time in Quito and that your experience with me was so special. Sharing the history, culture, and traditions of our beautiful city is a true pleasure, and I’m glad you appreciated my recommendations, like La Gloria. It warms my heart to know that after two days together, you felt like part of the family. I always strive to create genuine connections with my visitors, and I’m so happy to hear that we achieved that together. I hope you carry fond memories of Quito and come back to visit us again soon. You’ll always be welcome here! Warm regards, Gustavo
$200/ per group
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