Climbing the mystic and rocky summit of Corazon (4.791 m / 15,718 ft) is a wonderful tour in Ilinizas National Park. It's an excellent acclimatization tour for higher summits and very rewarding day tour. The hike to the summit leads through andean grasslands and has some challenging rocky sections closer to the summit. Definitely a trip of a lifetime - join us!
Technically the climb is not very difficult, nevertheless good fitness is required and some previous experience highly recommended.
Another very important point is proper acclimatization. To really enjoy the climb, we recommend at least having stayed a day or two in the city before climbing it.
Any questions? Reach out to our climbing experts on [email protected] or +593968959533 (WhatsApp or call).
For Rescue and Travel Insurance we recommend: Global Rescue.
- see program / itinerary
- certified bi-lingual guide (ASEGUIM / IVBV - UIAGM - IFMGA), max. 1 guide per 6 climbers
- transportation in private vehicle from / to Quito
- cable car
- meals as specified (lunch box)
- group equipment: ropes and other guiding gear
- catering (see program)
- personal technical equipment (helmet etc.)
- boots and other private equipment - check our equipment list
- insurances (please make sure that you have an insurance covering risks of mountain climbing, we recommend Global Rescue)
- cost for program changes
- tips & any other expenses not explicitly mentioned
- 60 or more days prior to departure: the total amount paid will be refunded, minus handling & administrative charges (if any)
- 59 - 30 days prior to departure: 50% of the total amount paid will be forfeited
- 29 and less days prior to departure: the total amount paid will be forfeited
With the payment or partial payment of the tour the climber accepts the latest version of andean summit adventure's terms and conditions, which can be downloaded HERE.
You are an individual climber and want to book a private tour / guide.
You are booking as a group of 2 people.
Please note that in case you select this option as an individual climber, your booking might be subject to cancellation, as we do not offer open groups.
You are booking as a group of 3 or more people.
Please note that in case you select this option as an individual climber or group of 2, your booking might be subject to cancellation, as we do not offer open groups.
- helmet
- harness
Start after an early breakfast, drive to the parking area above el Chaupi, check in at the gate and at approx. 8 am start of the hike up to the summit of CORAZON (4.791 m / 15,718 ft).
During the hike we enjoy wonderful views of the surrounding volcanos, especially Ilinizas with its snow caped summits. The hike to the summit takes about 3 - 4 hours and the descend 2+ hours. Afterwards we head back to our accommodation.
tech. data: ↑ ↓ 1000 m / 3280 ft | ↔ 12,8 km / 8 mi
catering: - / LB / -