The Ilinizas Climb/Trek

Ilinizas is an ancient volcano located south of Quito that splits into two different picks; this occurred about 5000 years ago. This tour climbs the northern pick, reaching an altitude of 5126m / 16.817 ft. Northern Ilinizas is a moderate trek followed by a exhilarating but easy climb to reach the top.

ILINIZA NORTE

Physical Level: Moderate to Prepared
Technical Level: Average to Experienced
Summit Elevation: 5.126 m / 16.817 ft
Refuge Elevation: 3.900 m / 12.795 ft
Terrain: Medium grass, sandpit, rock, snow

ILINIZA SUR

Physical Level: Challenging
Technical Level: Experienced
Summit Elevation: 5.263 m / 17.267 ft
Refuge Elevation: 3.900 m / 12.795 ft
Terrain: Grass, sandpit, rock, snow, ice, mixed climb

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION	Quito, pick up from your hotel 7 am
DURATION	1 Day
INCLUDED	Transportation from Quito to Ilinizas and way back English Speaking Adventure Guide Box Lunch
NOT INCLUDED	Activities not mentioned Extra activities Personal expenses Entrance fees Extra drinks, tips Optional Drop off at Baños de Agua Santa, Riobamba or Latacunga

Climb with us

Today depending on your climbing experience and your fitness level, you can either climb to the Summit of the Iliniza Norte or have a nice trek to the Refuge and to the beautiful lake is formed in the middle of the two mountains.

If you have experience climbing you can choose to climb the Iliniza Sur, for the Iliniza Sur you need ice technical gear and experienced guides, if you like we can organize your climbing adventure in Ecuador including acclimatization, gear, accommodation, transport and top of the mountain guides in Ecuador.