Carihuairazo: Full-Day Tour with a Local Guide

Tungurahua Province, Ecuador



Carihuairazo is a dormant volcano in Ecuador, located 10 km (6 miles) from the snow-capped Chimborazo. Along the route, you can see several snow-capped mountains, volcanoes, and lakes.

Highlights

  • Carihuairazo is a dormant volcano in Ecuador.
  • This place is home to a wide variety of wildlife species.
  • Along the route, you can see several snow-capped mountains, volcanoes, and lakes.

Description

Carihuairazo is an extinct volcano in Ecuador, located 10 km from the snow-capped Chimborazo. Along the route, you can see several snow-capped mountains, volcanoes, and lakes. This place is home to a wide variety of wildlife species, such as vicuñas, alpacas, and Andean foxes, among others. What should I bring? Sunglasses. Sunscreen. Warm, cozy clothes and comfortable shoes. Itinerary 6:30 AM: Depart Baños. 8:30 AM: Arrival at the hike starting point. 10:00 AM: Visit to the lakes and photo session. 12:00 PM: Lunch in the lakes area. 1:00 p.m.: Visit to the frozen lagoon (4,600 masl / 15,091 ft). 2:00 p.m.: Return to the starting point. 03:00 PM: Refreshments. 4:00 PM: Return to the city of Baños.

Includes

Refreshment. Certified tour guide. Travel assistance. Reserve entrance fee. Tourist transportation.

Excludes

Tips. Additional drinks and snacks during the tour.

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