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, followed by an introduction to crampons, ice axes, and mountain trekking essentials.

The first destination is the Cotopaxi volcano, where we will park and hike to a refuge at an altitude of 14763 feet (4500 metres). After arriving, a meal of soup, meat, and juice will be provided.

Next, we will proceed to the glacier area for ice trekking training. Dinner will consist of meat or chicken with juice.

Day 2

At 12 am, we will prepare to reach the summit. Before departing the refuge, a snack of bread, fruit, and tea or coffee will be served. We will embark on a six-hour trekking route to ascend to 19347 feet (5897 metres).

Upon reaching the summit, participants will enjoy views of the Andes mountain range. Following this, we will return to the lodge for coffee and fruit before heading back to your hotel in Baños de Agua Santa, with an estimated arrival at 2 pm.

Accommodation

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