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Ecuador's Volcanoes
Ecuador's Volcanoes Programs
Of all the Andean countries, Ecuador is perhaps the one most famous for volcanoes and volcano climbing. Lying atop a massive tectonic subduction zone, the country is home to more than 40 volcanoes, 28 on the Ecuadorian mainland. Ten of the nation’s volcanic peaks reach above 16,000 feet of elevation, and seven have erupted in the last hundred years (15 if you add in the volcanic Galapagos Islands).
Of these remarkable peaks, AAI offers guided mountaineering expeditions to the six highest, including the remote and seldom-climbed El Altar. Refine your search using the filters below.
Ecuador – Cotopaxi Skills Expedition
We do it all on this trip: Learn or refresh mountaineering skills with local expert instructors, climb Cayambe and Cotopaxi, immerse yourself in a rich culture, take rest days in … Read more
Ecuador – Chimborazo Climb
Chimborazo stands out as not only the tallest mountain in Ecuador, but as the the tallest mountain in the world when measured from the center of the earth. This is … Read more
Ecuador – Antisana and Illiniza
This 10-day expedition is an excellent choice for intermediate climbers who want to apply their skills to moderately challenging high altitude routes on peaks that are often admired and, in … Read more
Ecuador – El Altar Expedition
Contact the AAI Office for further details. Alternatively, we offer our Cotopaxi Skills Expedition and Chimborazo Ascent in Ecuador or our Ice Field Expedition or Gorra Blanca Ascent in Patagonia. An exotic, remote expedition goal, El Altar is … Read more
