Climb Carihuairazo and Chimborazo Season

Carihuairazo

Carihuairazo is an extinct stratovolcano located in the Cordillera Occidental of the Andes in Ecuador. It is situated near the cities of Riobamba and Ambato. The mountain is known for its challenging climbs and is often used by mountaineers as part of their acclimatization process for higher peaks in the region, including Chimborazo.

Altitude:
Carihuairazo’s summit stands at an elevation of approximately 5,018 meters (16,463 feet) above sea level. This high altitude makes it a suitable acclimatization spot for climbers preparing to tackle even higher peaks, like Chimborazo.

Climb Chimborazo

Mount Chimborazo is the tallest mountain in Ecuador and the Chimborazo climb is non-technical, meaning you get a very high altitude without encountering sheer vertical walls that require technical skills like ice climbing.

The 6,268.2 m (20,565 ft) equatorial summit of Mount Chimborazo is also the closest point to the sun on earth. When measured from the center of the earth instead of sea level it is the highest mountain on the planet.

Tour Price:

• $790 if Group of 2
• $1050 if Private tour