Cotopaxi Volcano 2 day Trekking Tour

Become a true explorer as you climb Ecuador's second-highest mountain on this 2-day trek up the Cotopaxi volcano.

Cotopaxi Volcano 2 day Trekking Tour

Day 1

Pickup will occur between 7:00 and 8:00 am at your hotel in Baños de Agua Santa. Prior to departure, a briefing on crampons, ice axes, and mountain trekking will be provided.

The next stop is the Cotopaxi volcano, where we will hike from a car park to a refuge at 14763 feet (4500 metres). After arrival, a meal of soup, meat, and juice will be served.

Following lunch, we will visit the glacier area for an introduction to ice trekking. In the evening, dinner will consist of meat or chicken with juice.

Day 2

At 12 am, we will prepare for the summit ascent. Before leaving the refuge, a snack of bread, fruit, and tea or coffee will be provided. The trek to the summit will take approximately six hours to reach 19347 feet (5897 metres).

Upon reaching the summit, extraordinary views of the Andes mountain range await. We will then return to the lodge for replenishment with coffee and fruit. Finally, we will return to your hotel in Baños de Agua Santa, arriving at 2 pm.

Accommodation

This tour includes one night's accommodation at the José Ribas mountain refuge in a shared room with a single bed.