Overview
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A unique experience where you can delight of the landscape of an extint volcano, all close the city, this hike is not a competition to see how far you can walk in little time, you just need to relax and trust that you will reach to the top and visit a great place where the spirits live.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Rucu Pichincha
We will start picking up all the participants from their location (in case that is farther from the city we will find a meeting point). After buying your tickets in Teleferico we'll go up to the High station and then hike to Rucu Pichincha summit. Depending on your physical condition we will stop in specific places to take a breath. In one hour and a half, we will arrive at the Bear`s Cave and will prepare for the last hour of hike. All the way, we will going to see different kind of plants and animals. When we arrive at the rock basement we will take another breath to continue to the summit. This is time for pictures and enjoy the solitude of the mountain. This hike could be at least 3 or more hours to the top. and two hours returning to the cable car station. When we return to the first station of the Cable Car, we would find our transportation ready to go home. Other things to consider - On Raining Season our goal will be the Bear`s Cave for safety of all the participants.
Options
All Days
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Helmet
Cable Car Entrance Fee
Gratuities
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fully customized itinerary tailored to our interests and needs
Road27080649960,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Cecilia and Sommer Ekvator was absolutely exceptional and one of the highlights of our trip to Ecuador. From the very beginning, Cecilia organized a fully customized itinerary tailored to our interests and needs. She took care of every detail, including transportation, scheduling, and planning our days perfectly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy the experience. One of the most memorable parts of our trip was the beautiful hike near Quito, where Cecilia shared her extensive knowledge of the area, its history, nature, and culture. Her passion for Ecuador is contagious, and she made every stop meaningful and enjoyable. Cecilia also introduced us to some of the best local restaurants, where we experienced authentic Ecuadorian cuisine that we would never have found on our own. Every recommendation was outstanding. What truly sets Cecilia apart is her warmth, kindness, and genuine care for her guests. Throughout our visit, she made us feel less like tourists and more like family. By the end of the trip, we felt completely at home in Ecuador.
A pleasant tour surprise!
Mario P,Dec 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Not only is the mountain beautiful, very high but at the same time relatively accessible, but the views of the city of Quito are excellent. What surprised me most, however, was the friendliness of the couple who were our guides, Cecília and David, who are also experienced mountaineers. They explained to me the location of the dozen peaks visible throughout the tour and which constitute the so-called "Avenue of Ecuador's volcanoes". TOP!
Our guides were...
melissa r,Dec 24, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guides were absolutely amazing! Unfortunately the original hike we purchased had closed access a week prior. Our guides did an excellent job recommending some alternative hikes, so we ended up going to Cotopaxi (which was amazing). Along the way, they picked up a 3rd guide who had intimate knowledge of Cotopaxi since she had grown up in its magnificent shadow. They were incredibly knowledgeable and literally treated us like family. I hope we cross paths with them again. Thank you for an amazing adventure!
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