Ecuador Is a Premier Mountaineering Destination — But It Demands Respect Ecuador is one of the most accessible high-altitude mountaineering destinations in the world. Within a few hours of Quito, climbers can reach glacier-covered volcanoes such as Cotopaxi, Chimborazo, Cayambe, and Antisana. Few countries offer this level of access to 5,000 and 6,000-meter peaks. However, […]
Chimborazo Is Not a Mountain You “Just Try” Chimborazo rises to 6,263 meters (20,549 ft), making it the highest mountain in Ecuador and the farthest point on Earth from its center. These facts alone attract climbers from around the world, but they also hide an important truth: Chimborazo is one of the most difficult climbs […]
Climbing Cotopaxi (5,897 m / 19,347 ft) is one of the most extraordinary mountaineering experiences on the planet. Known for its perfect conical shape, active glacier, and breathtaking views over the Avenue of the Volcanoes, Cotopaxi stands as Ecuador’s most climbed high-altitude mountain—and it is also the most requested expedition at Ecuador Eco Adventure.During the […]
Protests in Imbabura Have Officially Ended — Ecuador Eco Adventure Operations Continue Safely National Situation and Context In September and October 2025, Ecuador faced a wave of nationwide protests and road blockades, mainly led by the Confederation of Indigenous Nationalities of Ecuador (CONAIE). The demonstrations began after the government announced the gradual elimination of fuel […]
Ecuador Tourism 2025: The Country Remains Open to Travelers Ecuador remains open for tourism in 2025. Despite the recent protests and riots led by the Indigenous organization CONAIE, most of the country continues to operate normally. Main highways are open, airports are functioning, and our mountain climbing expeditions in Ecuador are running smoothly with no […]
Is It Safe to Travel to Ecuador During the Strikes? In September 2025, Ecuador entered a new chapter of social demonstrations following the government’s decision to remove the diesel subsidy. While these actions have sparked localized protests and roadblocks mainly in Imbabura Province, tourism in Ecuador continues to operate smoothly across the country. Unlike in […]
Trekking El Altar Volcano: Exploring Ecuador’s Forgotten Giant: Hidden deep inside Sangay National Park, the Altar Trek Ecuador is one of the country’s most breathtaking and least-traveled adventures. El Altar, also known as Kapak Urku in Kichwa, was once a towering stratovolcano rivaling Chimborazo in height. After a massive eruption thousands of years ago, its […]
The condor trek or, trek of the Condor in Ecuador: A Journey Through the Heart of the Andes Our Trek of the Condor Ecuador is a true bucket-list experience—and we’re proud to say it’s featured by and listed on National Geographic Travel as a recommended route and resource for anyone wanting to hike the Condor […]
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 […]
Frequently Asked Questions – Ecuador Eco Adventure 1. How do bookings, deposits, and terms & conditions work? Our team confirms any trip or expedition only upon receiving a deposit of approximately 30% of the total cost. This deposit is non-refundable, as it is immediately used to secure services such as refuges, guides, accommodations, and logistics. […]
