Our Ecuador private expedition is off to an exciting start!
The small but mighty team took the teleférico (cable car) to Pichincha, an active stratovolcano near Quito. This cable car is one of the highest aerial lifts in the world, rising from 3,117 meters (10,226 feet) to an impressive 3,945 meters (12,943 feet). From there, they hiked up to 14,000 feet to acclimate.
Yesterday, they hiked Guagua Pinhincha (15,696ft) for more acclimatization before starting to climb. Our local guide reports that everyone is enjoying themselves and having a fantastic time.
Today, they are headed for the Nuevos Horizons Refuge and will start their climb of Illiniza Norte tomorrow.
Photos from CTSS Guide Edgar Parra
Guagua Pinhincha (15,696ft) for an acclimatization hike!
Feeling good in Ecuador for our private team!
Hello from Quito, Ecuador and the highest aerial lifts in the world!