Climb Chimborazo High Camp in 3 days

This 3-day expedition is a fast, focused climb of Chimborazo's Whymper summit (6,263m) — the highest peak in Ecuador and the closest point on Earth to the sun. Starting and ending in Riobamba, the itinerary packs acclimatization and the summit push into a tight, efficient schedule: a self-guided acclimatization hike up to 5,100 meters inside Chimborazo National Park on day one, an afternoon ascent to Camp 1 at 5,300 meters on day two, and a late-night summit push timed to reach the top at sunrise on day three.

The climb itself takes 6 to 10 hours depending on weather and group pace, with steady progress across snow and ice fields under the guidance of certified ASEGUIM guides. The summit window falls between 6:00 and 7:30 a.m., rewarding climbers with sunrise views from the roof of Ecuador before the descent to Camp 1 for a warm breakfast and the return journey to Riobamba. This is a physically demanding high-altitude climb best suited to fit climbers, ideally with prior acclimatization.

The trip includes ASEGUIM guides, transportation, meals at the refuge, water and snacks, high camp accommodation, climbing permits, climbing gear, and adventure insurance. Guests need to bring their own backpack (20–30 liter attack pack), sunglasses, snow goggles, and inner layer gloves. Tips are not included (suggested $10 or more), and travel to Riobamba and international airfare are arranged by guests themselves.

Location: Chimborazo, Ecuador. The expedition starts and ends in Riobamba, with time at the Carrel Refuge trails in Chimborazo National Park, Chimborazo Basecamp Lodge, and Camp 1 on the mountain.

Duration: 3 days.

Activity Type: High-altitude mountain climbing on a compressed schedule. Includes a self-guided 2–3 hour acclimatization hike up to 5,100m in Chimborazo National Park, a two-hour ascent to Camp 1 at 5,300m, and a demanding 6–10 hour night climb across snow and ice fields to the Whymper summit, led by certified guides. Good physical fitness and stamina at altitude are required.

Accommodation: Chimborazo Basecamp Lodge at 3,900m (night 1) and Camp 1 at 5,300m (night 2). Package options:

• Trip Price: $860 per person

A deposit of $250 is required to reserve your spot. A 2.9% card processing fee is added automatically when paying by card.

Day 1 — Riobamba & Acclimatization Hike (up to 5,100m)

Meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Riobamba headquarters (2,750m) for gear check and paperwork, then drive about 1.5 hours to the Carrel Refuge at 4,850 meters. Trek independently on the self-guided trails of Chimborazo National Park, reaching up to 5,100 meters over 2–3 hours, with close-up views of the glaciers and páramo. Afterward, a short drive brings you to Chimborazo Basecamp Lodge (3,900m) for lunch and your overnight stay.

Day 2 — Ascent to Camp 1 (5,300m)

Enjoy a hearty breakfast and a relaxed morning at the lodge with views of Chimborazo. Around 1:00 p.m., the guides arrive for a warm lunch and final gear check, then transfer by 3:00 p.m. to the Carrel Refuge car park (4,850m). From there, hike slowly for about two hours to Camp 1, rest, and prepare gear. Dinner is served at 5:00 p.m., followed by rest until the summit push.

Day 3 — Whymper Summit (6,263m) & Return to Riobamba

The summit push begins late at night, ascending under the stars across snow and ice fields for 6–10 hours. Reach the Whymper summit between 6:00 and 7:30 a.m. for sunrise views from Ecuador's highest point — the closest place on Earth to the sun. Descend to Camp 1 for a warm breakfast, then pack up and return to Riobamba, where services end.

• ASEGUIM Guides
• Transportation
• Meals on refuge
• Water and snacks
• High camp
• Climbing Permits
• Adventure Insurance
• Climbing Gear

• Back Pack

        Attack pack 20 -30 lters

• Sun Glasses

        Snow gogles

• Inner layer gloves
• Head lamp
• Tips

        suggested $10 or more