Ski Ecuador
Overview
Ski Ecuador
Introduction
High altitude ski mountaineering on the equator as we aim for four of Ecuador's iconic summits including Chimborazo (6,310m). Between summits we relax in comfortable haciendas with delicious meals. We land in Quito which is at over 2,800m so our acclimatisation begins immediately on arrival. The first part of the trip is spent acclimatising as we visit the city then enjoy two hikes to 4,200m, then 4,650m. ur first mountaineering objective is a scramble on foot to Illiniza North (5,126m).We then prepare our ski kit for Cayambe (5,790m) on which we are likely to enjoy the best skiing of the trip. 5,703m Antisana is our next objective which we ascend from our camp at 4,600m. After a most welcome rest day we head for our final peak, Chimborazo. At 6310m it is Ecuador's highest point and the furthest point from the centre of the earth. If the weather and winds permit, we will enjoy traversing the mountain, ascending by the normal route before skiing down the north side.
The ascents are essentially day tours from our hotels, mountain huts and from tents on Antisana. We will have porters to carry our camping equipment.
Start point: Quito
Grade: 10D (Please contact us to discuss your skiing ability with Guide, Jim Blyth)
The Team
Jim Blyth will be joined by a maximum of 6 skiers and two Ecuadorian guides.
Additional Information
If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.Dates & Prices
| Date | Meeting in | Availability | |
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| 2027 dates to be announced — Please register your interest |
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Know Before You Go
Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) ‘Know Before You Go’ campaign. We recommend that you read the FCDO Travel Advice for Ecuador on the FCDO Website.What the price includes
- Full-board accommodation on a twin share basis. Camping in tents on the mountain.
- All transport in Ecuador.
- Guides fees and expenses.
- National Park permits.
What the price does not include
- International flights to/from Quito.
- Visa Fees.
- UK and Foreign Airport taxes.
- Optional sightseeing tours.
- Travel Insurance.
- Bar bills and laundry.
- Any other personal expenditure.
- Tips.
Insurance
You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »Itinerary
Here is an outline itinerary for this trip.
Outline Itinerary
| Day 1: | 3 November. Arrive Quito. |
| Day 2 - 16: | Please contact us for a day-to-day itinerary. |
| Day 17: | 19 November. Fly home. Please note that flights to Europe arrive home the following day. |
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Reports & Reviews
First Expedition: November 202
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