Ilinizas Cotopaxi Challenge

Trekking and mountaineering in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world

Mountain Nature Adventure Sport

Ilinizas Cotopaxi Challenge - Foto principale del soggiorno

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This hike begins at the foot of the Corazón volcano and extends to the impressive two-peaked volcano: the Ilinizas

Descrizione del soggiorno

Then, you will cross a part of the Cotopaxi volcano and the Rumiñahui volcano. During the journey, you will be able to see a wide variety of native plants, various species of birds and mammals that live in the region and, above all, do not forget the Machachi valley! From the top of the valley and from the impressive viewpoints, you will have the opportunity to observe magnificent landscapes. To finish in a big way, the hike will end with the ascent to the summit of the famous Cotopaxi volcano.

Alloggio

PapaGayo Cotopaxi Inn, campsites on the trek

Programma del soggiorno

giorno 1
Ilinizas – El Chaupi – Ilinizas Reserve
Welcome to Ecuador! In the morning, we will begin our first hike from the Hosteria Papagayo (3200 m) to reach the "Virgin" in the Ilinizas (3900 m). This hike will take us to the typical village of El Chaupi, then to the Andean páramo and the primary forest of the Ilinizas reserve. At the end of the day, we will settle into our camp. Trek distance: 14 km Elevation gain: +800 meters Meals included: lunch (box lunch)
giorno 2
Boliche – Cotopaxi National Park - Pan-American
In the morning, we will begin our second trek, this time passing at a lower altitude. After breakfast, we will walk towards the Boliche area, which is located next to Cotopaxi National Park. This trek takes us through pristine landscapes and small indigenous villages, where you can enjoy an authentic local experience. We will also cross the Pan-American Highway that day. Trek distance: 15 km Elevation change: -400 meters Meals included: breakfast, lunch (box lunch), dinner
giorno 3
Cotopaxi National Park – Rumiñahui – Limpiopungo Lagoon
In the morning we will appreciate the beautiful sunrise, prepare breakfast and pack up the camping equipment. Then, we will continue along the road to Cotopaxi National Park: through the water canal, along the slopes of Rumiñahui, and then we will continue our route to Limpiopungo Lagoon (3800 m). At Limpiopungo Lake, we will continue to the Rinconada camp. In the afternoon, you can take a walk around the lake, where you will have the opportunity to observe birds such as gulls, ducks and other species. Trekking distance: 15 km Elevation gain: +650 meters Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
giorno 4
Cotopaxi - Refuge
After breakfast, we pack up the camping equipment. We will continue our last (but no less important!) hike. This last day, the most difficult, will take us to the gigantic Cotopaxi volcano. Leaving the Rinconada camp, we will climb up to the refuge where our adventure will end. From there, a car will come to pick you up and take us back to Papagayo Hosteria. Trek distance: 10 km. Elevation gain: +900 meters Meals included: breakfast