Climbing Cayambe Volcano: Ecuador’s Unique Equatorial Glacier Trekking Adventure
Climbing Cayambe Volcano: Ecuador’s Unique Equatorial Glacier Trekking Adventure Cayambe Volcano, Ecuador’s third highest peak, offers a challenging technical mountaineering experience on the only glacier crossed by the equator. This guide covers geology, terrain, routes, gear, permits, and accommodations for an unforgettable ascent. Quick Volcano Snapshot AttributeValue Volcano typeStratovolcanoElevation5,790 m (18,996 ft)LocationAvenue of the Volcanoes, EcuadorActivity statusDormantTrekking difficultyTechnical mountaineeringTypical trek…