Fatal Accident on Cayambe: Lessons and Safety Insights In the early hours of August 7, 2025, a Nicaraguan climber tragically lost his life on Nevado Cayambe after falling on a steep, snow-covered rocky slope. A large-scale rescue operation involving the Cayambe Fire Department’s GRAM team, the Ministry of Environment, and the Cayambe Mountaineering Club successfully recovered the body despite extremely difficult conditions. This tragedy highlights the persistent risks of high-altitude…

Chimborazo Climbing Season: How to Summit the Highest Mountain in Ecuador Successfully If you’re planning a Chimborazo climb, you’re aiming for one of the most iconic mountaineering achievements in South America. Rising to 6,263 meters, Chimborazo is not only the highest mountain in Ecuador—it’s also the closest point on Earth to the sun thanks to the planet’s equatorial bulge. A Chimborazo expedition offers spectacular glacier landscapes, a challenging ascent, and…

Climb and Ski in Ecuador: The Ultimate Volcano Ski Mountaineering Adventure Have you ever dreamed of skiing in Ecuador, descending directly from the summit of a snow-capped volcano under the equatorial sun? This extreme ski mountaineering in Ecuador offers one of the most unique skiing experiences in South America, but it’s important to know that there are no ski resorts, ski tracks, or rental shops in Ecuador. Anyone interested in…

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…

High-Altitude Climbing in Ecuador: Why Sticking to Your Expedition Plan Is Crucial 📌 Why Sticking to the Plan Matters in High-Altitude Expeditions In recent weeks, we’ve encountered challenges with some guests arriving without fully reviewing the instructions or understanding the nature of the programs. While we’re always here to help, it’s important for climbers and trekkers to understand a few key points before joining an expedition. This is not only…

Climb Iliniza Norte: The Ideal Acclimatization Peak in Ecuador If you’re preparing to climb Ecuador’s towering snow-capped giants like Cotopaxi or Chimborazo, don’t overlook the importance of proper acclimatization. One of the best climbs to prepare both your body and mind for high-altitude glacier summits is Iliniza Norte—a spectacular 5,126-meter (16,818 ft) peak located in the Ilinizas Ecological Reserve. At Ecuador Eco Adventure, we offer guided climbs to Iliniza Norte…

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…

Exploring Chimborazo’s Refuges: What You Need to Know Before Climbing Ecuador’s Highest Peak Towering at 6,263 meters (20,549 feet), Chimborazo is Ecuador’s highest mountain and, due to the equatorial bulge, the closest point on Earth to the stars. For mountaineers, it offers an unforgettable high-altitude challenge — one that demands proper acclimatization, preparation, and awareness of the available refuges on the volcano. Before any climbing attempt, acclimatization is essential. We…