Mountain Climbing Ecuador: End of Season Update from Ecuador Eco AdventureEcuador Eco Adventure has officially closed its mid-year mountaineering season with an incredible achievement on Chimborazo, the highest mountain in Ecuador and the closest point on Earth to the sun. On August 29th, a team of nine climbers from the Czech Republic, USA, India, and Italy successfully reached the summit at 6,310 meters. This inspiring international group capped off a…

Ecuador Climbing Season 2025: An Update from the Andes As we move through the heart of the 2025 climbing season, Ecuador Eco Adventure is proud to report another year of remarkable mountain experiences on Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. Our expeditions have seen a variety of weather patterns—ranging from clear skies and perfect summit mornings to heavy winds and snowfall. This is the reality of high-altitude climbing in Ecuador: the Andes are…

Explore Yasuní and Cuyabeno: The Best Amazon Rainforest Tours in Ecuador When travelers think of the Amazon, they often picture Brazil. But just beyond the Andes, the Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador offers an equally wild and far more accessible experience. At Ecuador Eco Adventure, we guide you deep into the jungle—into a world of biodiversity, ancient cultures, and unforgettable encounters. Our Amazon tours in Ecuador focus on two of the…

Eco-Tourism in Ecuador: How Your Trip Can Help Protect the Andes, Amazon, and Galápagos Discover Ecuador’s Diversity—And Its Fragility Ecuador is one of the most ecologically diverse countries on the planet. Within a few hundred kilometers, travelers can experience snowcapped peaks in the Andes, untouched jungle in the Amazon, and pristine coastlines in the Galápagos Islands. Each of these regions offers extraordinary beauty, but they also face serious threats. As…

Galápagos Islands Group Tour: 9 Days with 18 Italians Exploring Ecuador’s Enchanted Isles On May 21st, 2025, our Ecuador Eco Adventure team had the joy of guiding 18 spirited Italian travelers through an unforgettable 9-day Galápagos Islands tour. With a perfect mix of exploration and relaxation, we visited six incredible sites—Santa Cruz, Santa Fe Island, Isabela Island, Los Túneles, Sierra Negra Volcano, and Pinzón Island—while also enjoying three well-earned leisure…

Climb Cayambe: Ecuador’s Glacial Giant When most climbers think of Ecuador, Cotopaxi and Chimborazo often steal the spotlight. But tucked just northeast of Quito lies Cayambe (5,790 m) — the third highest mountain in Ecuador, and the only major glaciated peak on Earth crossed by the equator. Despite its size and beauty, Cayambe remains one of the most underrated climbs in the Andes. And that’s exactly what makes it so…

Climb Antisana: Ecuador’s Wild and Forbidden Giant If you're an experienced mountaineer looking for something off the beaten path in Ecuador, Antisana might just be the mountain you've been dreaming of. At 5,704 meters (18,714 ft), it's the fourth-highest volcano in Ecuador—and by far one of the least climbed. Why? Because this icy colossus is as remote, wild, and technical as they come. But make no mistake: Antisana isn’t just…

Climbing Season in Ecuador Is On: Join Our Most Popular 6-Day Cotopaxi & Chimborazo Program The prime climbing months in Ecuador are here. While it's possible to climb all year round, the best seasons for mountaineering are typically May through August and then again from October to January. These months offer the most stable weather conditions for glacier travel and summit pushes on Ecuador’s two most iconic peaks: Cotopaxi (5,897…

Why the Summer Climbing Season is the Best Time to Summit Cotopaxi and Chimborazo Ecuador offers year-round mountaineering, but the summer months provide particularly stable weather and ideal conditions for high-altitude climbs. For those aiming to conquer Cotopaxi (5,897 m) and Chimborazo (6,263 m), proper acclimatization is key. Our Cotopaxi & Chimborazo expedition is designed to maximize success by ensuring a gradual adaptation to altitude before attempting these legendary summits.…

Introduction: Climbing the towering peaks of Ecuador, such as Cotopaxi and Chimborazo, offers an unparalleled adventure. But as you ascend to altitudes above 5,000 meters, altitude sickness becomes a real concern. Whether you're an experienced mountaineer or a beginner tackling these impressive summits, it's essential to understand how to prevent and manage altitude sickness to ensure a safe and successful climb. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to…