4 days/3 nights, daily from/to Quito The Cotopaxi (5.897 m / 19,347 ft) is the highest active volcano on Earth. With its year-round moderate climate and its beautiful scenery, it is one of the most attractive mountains in the Andes. Summiting Cotopaxi is an unforgettable experience.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Quito—Cotopaxi National Park
A two-hour drive takes you to the Cotopaxi National Park. In the Limpiopunga Valley you will pitch your tent at an altitude of 3.800 m / 12,465 ft. In the afternoon you will visit the Inca ruins “El Salitre”. (-/BL/D) 

Day 2: Rumiñahui Vulcano
After breakfast you hike to the volcano Rumiñahui ( 4.698 m / 15,415 ft). You walk through paramo landscape, sand and stone hillsides. Under good weather conditions you are able to see the breathtaking Cotopaxi. With a little bit of luck you can see the rare condor. Afterwards you get back to your campsite. (B/BL/D)

Day 3: José Ribas Shelter (4.800 m / 15,750 ft) In the morning you ascend to the José Ribas shelter (4 hours). After lunch you ascend further towards the Cotopaxi glacier (5.000 m / 16,405 ft). In the afternoon you get back to the shelter. (B/BL/D)

Day 4: Cotopaxi -Quito 
Today’s adventure is the six-hour climb to the summit of Cotopaxi (5.897 m /19,347 ft). At midnight you start your adventure. On your way back, you stop for a brief rest at the José Ribas shelter before driving back to Quito. (B/BL/-)

 
Services:

• Volcano/mountain climbing as described, with private transportation
• Qualified English-speaking guide (German-speaking guide upon request)
• Meals as described in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, BL=Box Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Equipment (helmets, crampons, ice pick, climbing harness etc.)
• Tent
• National park admission fees

What you need to bring: rain gear, flashlight, warm clothing, sleeping bag, backpack, water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat, small daypack, camera.

 Non-included services:

• Hotel and meals in Quito
• Not mentioned trekking equipment
• Suitable sports/climbing/trekking wear
• Not specified meals and beverages
• Tips and personal expenses

Please be advised: Services listed in the itinerary may be subject to change due to  organizational or climate factors.

 
Rates:

Minimum number of participants: 2

Cotopaxi, 4 days/3 nights

Subject to change. Prices may be higher on national holidays.