CLIMBING TUNGURAHUA VOLCANO IN ECUADOR

Altitude: 5021m / 16473ft

Distance: 10km / 6mi

Duration: 2 days

Date: All Year

Climbing Tungurahua volcano in Ecuador is one of the most rewarding experiences in Ecuadorian mountaineering. It is the ninth highest mountain in Ecuador with 5021m (16473ft). It is located 16km/10mi southwest of Baños de Agua Santa. Climbing Tungurahua volcano offers an unparalleled and somewhat steep ascent. We will have 2000m positive climb in just two days so be prepared for an amazing adventure. For climbing Tungurahua volcano in Ecuador you do not need previous technical experience, but it is important to be in good physical condition and have acclimatization at altitude (over 4000mm).

Climbing Tungurahua volcano in Ecuador offers incredible views, its giant crater and fumaroles will make you astonished, as well as the incredible sunrises with views of the Llanganates National Park and its main mountain, Cerro Hermoso. You can also see the giant neighboring volcanoes such as Chimborazo, Carihuairazo, Cotopaxi, Altar and many more. Climbing Tungurahua volcano is very popular among backpackers, experienced mountaineers and adventurous people who want to live an experience like no other. 

The ascent for safety is done at night and every two passengers will have a certified mountain guide. If you travel alone, the ascent will be carried out only by the certified guide with the passenger. Come to live this beautiful experience climbing Tungurahua volcano in Ecuador with us!

DAY 1: Hike to the Tungurahua’s refuge

Altitude: 3800m/12467ft

We will pick you up from your hotel or place of your preference at 09h00 in our private transport. We will have a three hour trip until we reach Baños where we will have lunch. After another 45 minutes we will arrive at the entrance of the park where we will register. Here, we will start our climb and after two hours of ascent with amazing landscapes, we will arrive at the Tungurahua refuge where we will settle in our places and proceed to enjoy the landscape and give some brief safety instructions just before dinner. We will have a delicious dinner around 17h30 and then we will prepare our things for climbing Tungurahua volcano. We will sleep at approximately 19h00.

DAY 2: Climbing Tungurahua Volcano in Ecuador

Altitude: 5021m/16473ft

This is our big day! We are climbing Tungurahua volcano. We will get up at 01h00 to finish getting dressed, have some tea and begin the ascent to the summit. Our climb begins at 02h00 where a walk of approximately 4 and a half hours awaits us to the summit. Around 06h30, just with sunrise, we will be reaching the top of this majestic active volcano where we will be able to appreciate its large crater and neighboring volcanoes such as Altar, Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Carihuairazo and many more. After approximately 30 minutes at the summit, depending on the weather conditions, we will begin the descent that will take us approximately 2 and a half hours. We will arrive at the refuge again where we will have a delicious breakfast and then we will get our things to begin our descent towards the entrance of the reserve where our private transport will be waiting for us to return to the city of Quito where we will finally leave you at your hotel or place of preference.

MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT (INCLUDED):

• Helmet.
• Harness.
• Mountaineering Boots.
• Crampons.
• Ice Axe.
• Shared Equipment (rope, carabiners, cord). 

CLOTHING REQUIRED (NOT INCLUDED): 

Three layers of clothing for the legs and torso:
• Base layer: Thermal clothing for body and pants (usually made of synthetic material).
• Second layer: Warm jacket and pants, preferably water repellent (goose down, fleece or polar type).
• Third layer: Waterproof jacket and pants.
• An extra thermal or jacket (in case of extreme cold).
• Backpack between 25L and 35L.
• Thin and thick gloves.
• Factor 4 sunglasses (with UV protection).
• Buff or thermal hat.
• Thin and thick socks.
• Sunscreen.  

In case you do not have something from the list of personal clothing, Mauna Expeditions can provide you with the rental or sale of said accessories.

The services included in the cost of the program are:

✓ Registration and preparation for the best experience of your life.
✓ Guidance for the ascent with certified guides (ASEGUIM/UIAGM), one guide for every 2 people.
✓ Private door-to-door transportation for the 2 days of tour.
✓ Entry Permits. 
✓ Adventure video about the experience in the program.
✓ Mountain equipment (specified above).
✓ Night at the Tungurahua’s refuge with all meals included.
✓ Thermo of Mauna Expeditions.
✓ Buff of Mauna Expeditions.
✓ Lunch Box and hydration for the ascent.

The following services are NOT included in the cost of the program:

X Clothing and personal equipment.
X Airplane tickets.
X Hotel or hostel in Quito or place of preference.
X Life insurance or against some type of accident.
X Other expenses NOT specified in our program.
X Tips. 

1 person: 
2 people: 
3-5 people: 
6-10 people: 
11-24 people:

To book a tour and set prices depending on the number of adventurers coming, please contact us CONTACT US.

PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION OF THE PROGRAM

To book the ‘Climbing Tungurahua Volcano in Ecuador’ tour, Mauna Expeditions requires a payment of 25% of the cost of the program. Full payment must be made up to a maximum of two weeks before the start date of the tour. We do not send vouchers or confirmation messages until full payment for the program is made. Our team reserves the right to cancel the tour if the full payment is not made until the start date of the program.

The Mauna Expeditions team has put a lot of effort into organizing your program. Therefore, any cancellation must be made at least 21 days in advance. After 21 days, Mauna Expeditions may make a 50% refund depending on the cause of cancellation. Any cancellation notified less than 21 days from the start date of the program will be charged a penalty of 100% of the value of the program.

COSTS

Costs vary depending on the size of the group. A minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 24 people are required to make the ascent. For costs information please CONTACT US.

RECOMENDATIONS

Mountaineering is a high-risk sport, where we are exposed to conditions on extreme occasions. We do not recommend doing this activity for people with asthma or some kind of heart condition. The level of difficulty of the program is demanding and there is nothing that interests us more than your safety and that you enjoy our program without any external problem.