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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
Catherine C.
“Exceptional Quito City Tour with Gustavo – A Day to Remember!”
Gustavo did such an amazing job with our small group of 3 that we booked him again with a larger group of 8 people. Our group of 8 was impressed by his charisma and depth of knowledge. From the start, Gustavo made us feel welcome. He balanced structure and spontaneity with ease. He accommodated our different interests and adjusted itinerary to include spontaneous stops that turned out to be group favorites. Whether you're a history buff, a culture enthusiast or a foodie, Gustavo is the guide who will make the trip unforgettable.
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Gustavo T.
Dear Catherine I have to say thank you for visiting Ecuador. Everybody in your group was a great person . It was nice to meet some of your friends . I hope you can return Ecaudor anytime soon Gus
Catherine C.
“Unforgettable Mindo Cloud Forest Experience with Gustavo!”
From the moment we met Gustavo, his warmth and passion for Ecuador is evident. He tailored the day perfectly to our interests and pace. Gustavo's knowledge of the biodiversity in Mindo is amazing. He spotted many birds and wildlife we wouldn't have seen on our own. Highly recommend Gustavo. He is amazing!
Gustavo T.
Hi Catherine , thanks for your words. It was my pleasure to show you some of my city . I hope your tour in Galapagos had been the best . Gus
Sara S.
“Amazing tour guide. ”
I went to Cotopaxi with Gustavo. He is an amazing guide. Super knowledgeable and incredibly helpful. Makes great suggestions and taught me so much. Tailored the tour to my interests and I had an amazing day. Thank you Gustavo!
Gustavo T.
Hi Sara Thanks for your review . It was a pleasure to show you some of Ecuador . It was really great full to talk with you about your job here. The best for you Gus
$200/ per group
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