Montañismo

MOUNTAIN CLIMBING IN ECUADOR

Ecuador provides some of South America's most accessible climbing routes, with glaciated and non-glaciated peaks that will test the experienced, and invite the inexperienced to savor the personal reward of summating high Andean mountain peaks.

As our name suggests, Bike Climb Ecuador are experienced operators in mountain expeditions and we provide our clients with the very best and safe service one would desire when facing extreme conditions on top of the world.

We have several climbing packages to offer but we can also provide tailored mountain climbing programs for beginners or advanced climbers according to their interests.

The principal peaks along the Andean Valley of the Volcanoes are all over 5000m, though there are lower peaks that can also provide challenging day outings.

We specialize in guiding our clients to the following peaks;

Cotopaxi north and south faces
El Altar
Antisana
Chimborazo
Cayambe
Iliniza North and South

In comparison with world mountain climbing, the normal climbing routes for these peaks are relatively easy, and require only basic climbing knowledge or climbing techniques. However, there are routes for experienced climbers looking for greater challenges, such as Iliniza South or Antisana.

In order to conquest any summit it is very important to be in good physical condition, and of course acclimatized to the altitude. We have programs designed specifically to help with acclimatization to improve your chances of reaching the high peaks.

Volcanoes such as Cotopaxi 5.897mts, Cayambe 5.790mts, Chimborazo 6.310mts and Antisana 5.704mts are four magnificent Ecuadorian Andes peaks, that will provide a fantastic life experience for all those who climb them.

Our mountain climbing programs are usually 2 day programs. However, we can easily add an extra day for those wishing to stay longer, perhaps for the beauty, mountaineering technique practice or acclimatization purposes; Cotopaxi and Chimborazo are suitable for this.

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Escuela De Escalada En Roca Y Hielo

Te invitamos a aprender técnicas de escalada en roca y hielo con uno de los mejores instructores de escalada en el Ecuador. Rafael Martínez nuestro Director de Operaciones esta a cargo de la escuela de Roca y hielo. Rafael es instructor de la ASEGUIM (Asociación Ecuatoriana de Guías de Montaña), es miembro del Grupo de Rescate de Alta Montaña, y es el preparador físico de montañeros que planean expediciones internacionales.

Montañismo Escuela De Escalada En Roca Y HieloRafael ha entrenado algunos de los más famosos escaladores en el Ecuador, tales como: Iván Vallejo, Patricio Tizalema, Santiago Quintero, Paulina Aulestia la primera mujer en Ecuador, que está tratando de conquistar las 7 cumbres más altas del mundo. Con nosotros vas a aprender con el mejor. Rafael es también uno de los instructores de montaña para la agencia Alaska Mountain Guides aquí en el Ecuador, el es uno de los pocos guías que se graduaron en Chamonix Francia. Como parte de su experiencia internacional ha organizado y guiado en expediciones al Perú, Aconcagua, y al Mt McKinley en Alaska.

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Bicicleta y ascensión a la Cumbre de Cotopaxi

El Parque Nacional Cotopaxi es un área protegida que va desde los 3.200 metros de altitud hasta cerca de los 6.000 metros, tiene cuatro (4) pisos climáticos (bosque andino, páramo, altiplano y, glaciares). Los accesos hacia este son fáciles y seguros, dando la oportunidad de realizar muchas actividades. Este programa que hemos implementado ofrece la oportunidad de una eficiente aclimatación, nuestro personal especializado, el equipo y el lugar lo facilitan.

Día 1: Quito - Parque Nacional Cotopaxi
»Dos horas en auto
»Punto de partida El Pedregal a 3200mts Montañismo
»Recorrido en bicicleta 35 kilómetros
»Punto de llegada a las cabañas 3800mts
»Almuerzo/cabaña
»Cena.
»Noche de descanso/cabaña.

Día 2: Escuela de Hielo
Desayuno
»Transporte al parqueadero en auto 1 hora
»Caminata al refugio 4800mts desde el parqueadero
»Almuerzo en refugio
»Escuela básica de glaciar
»Cena
»Descanso/refugio

CLIMBING CHIMBORAZO 12 DAY TOUR

Day 1: Quito
Arrival to Quito, hotel check- in, followed by a briefing about the program and dinner in a typical restaurant. Overnight Quito.

Day 2: Equator Line – Quito city
This is a relaxed day to help you with your acclimatization. The afternoon is free for you to wander.

Day 3: Guagua Pichincha 4.784 mts

Due to its altitude, location and refuge Pichincha has become a popular place to acclimatize before attempting any of Ecuador's high snow-capped peaks. After breakfast we depart on a short drive from Quito that will take us to the slopes of Guagua Pichincha. The summit can be reached in approximately 4 hours on a steady hill climb. Having just arrived in Quito at 2800m, this slow trek will provide the first stepping stone for high peak acclimatization. The views of Quito from the summit are spectacular. Return to Quito in the late afternoon.

Day 4: Iliniza North 5.116mts

This mountain is one of the best in Ecuador for acclimatization. It adds an important 300 plus metres in altitude to Guagua Pichincha and is the lowest of the 5000m peaks in Ecuador; many consider it a must before attempting Cotopaxi.

Early departure by car towards "Los Chillos valley" heading south going through the Avenue of the Volcanoes to "Chaupi", a small town. We continue to La Virgin and from there we will hike for around 3 hours up to the refuge, lunch. Dinner and overnight at the refuge.

Day 5:
Very early breakfast, followed by a hike to the top of Iliniza North following the normal route and the principal ridge. Usually this summit has very little snow and it is easy to reach without crampons, just good sturdy walking boots. Hiking is approx 3 hours up, then we descend to the refuge and on to La Virgen. Return to Quito.

Day 6: Laguna Quilatoa
We will hike to the Quilotoa crater and have some lunch before visiting an Indian community. Overnight at Quilatoa.

Climbing Day 7: Cotopaxi
Cotopaxi National Park is a protected area within Cotopaxi province that goes from an altitude of 3.200 up to almost 6.000mts. Cotopaxi, the provinces centerpiece, is the highest active volcano in the world and due to its near perfect conical shape, it is one of the worlds most widely recognized volcanoes, and certainly Ecuador's most famous.

Technically it is not a difficult mountain to climb, but due to its height, just under 6000m it is a must that climbers are well acclimatized, as this is the biggest hurdle in reaching this beautiful summit. Of course mental and physical preparations are required, as is some basic training with ice climbing gear. From the summit Cotopaxi offers some spectacular views, not least other snow-capped peaks north, south, east and west, but also the Amazon basin, stretching out into Peru.

After breakfast we depart from Quito to the parking area below the refuge. The hike up to the refuge takes about 45 minutes. Lunch. Glacier ice briefing and technique practice, return to refuge, dinner and sleep.

Day 8:
We get up around midnight, breakfast and then depart for the summit following the normal north route. This should take around 6 to 7 hours of climbing and with good weather, as the sunrises we should be treated with some exceptional views. Once we summit we head down to the refuge and after a rest on to the parking lot to head down to Baños.

Day 9: Baños
Today is a well-earned rest day, when after breakfast we will have a gentle stroll around peaceful Baños, and have time to enjoy the hot thermal baths or take a bike ride down to the Pailon del Diablo. Overnight in Baños.

Day 10: Chimborazo
Chimborazo is the highest mountain in the Ecuadorian Andes and climbing to the summit will take you to the further point from the center of the earth. This is a challenging climb for even the most experienced mountaineer; it is a technically easy to moderate but the long approach to reach the peak will certainly test your physical limits. Proper acclimatization is a must as is good physical condition.

We will depart from Baños heading to the Pan-American Highway at Ambato city. A further 60km south we turn southeast towards the Carrel Refuge at 4800m. From here, a short trek takes us to the second refuge, the Whimper Hut at 5000m. Dinner and sleep.

Climbing Day 11: Chimborazo 6.310mts
We depart for the summit at midnight after a very early breakfast. We will follow the standard route to the top that will take an estimated 8 to 10 hours to reach the summit. This will be a grand achievement for any climber, and the spectacular views are all the better for the physical challenge. We return to the refuge over about 3 hours, rest and then transfer to Riobamba, overnight.

Day 12: Train to La Nariz del Diablo
Ride the famous train down the Nariz del Diablo, before heading back to Quito in the late afternoon.

Next departures: 3-12 December 2007 and 1-12 April 2008

We climb every mountain in Ecuador as well as other peaks around the continent; we organize expeditions to: Peru, Bolivia and Argentina (Aconcagua) amongst other destinations. For more information about our international or national expeditions please fell free to contact us at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

CLIMBING ILINIZA NORTH 5116mts

This mountain is one of the best in Ecuador for acclimatizing, and needless to say boasts some stunning views. For many, it is a must before attempting Cotopaxi, as it takes you over the 5000m mark. climbing Iliniza North in Ecuador

Day 1:
Early departure by car towards "Los Chillos valley" heading south going through the Avenue of the Volcanoes to "Chaupi", a small town. We continue to La Virgin and from there we will hike for around 3 hours up to the refuge, lunch. Dinner and overnight at the refuge.

Day 2:
Very early breakfast, followed by a hike to the top of Iliniza North following the normal route and the principal ridge. Usually this summit has very little snow and it is easy to reach without crampons, just good sturdy walking boots. Hiking is approx 3 hours up, and then we descend to the refuge and on to La Virgen. Return to Quito.

climbing Iliniza North in Ecuador We provide certified ASEGUIM mountain guides, one for every two clients.

We climb every mountain in Ecuador as well as other peaks around the continent; we organize expeditions to: Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina (Aconcagua) amongst other destinations. For more information about our international or national expeditions please fell free to contact us at:
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