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Mount Chimborazo

Ecuador
Ranked #43 of 215 attractions in Ecuador
5.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Owner description: Located in the Sierra region of central Ecuador, this mountain’s summit is at 20,799 feet (6,310 meters), offering a challenging climb for experienced... more » Owner description: Located in the Sierra region of central Ecuador, this mountain’s summit is at 20,799 feet (6,310 meters), offering a challenging climb for experienced mountaineers. « less
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Fort Myers, Florida
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012

What a magnificent mountain. We had the good fortune of staying an extra night at the Hacienda Abruspungo and as our guide told us, the mountain which is the highest in Ecuador, is usually shrouded in clouds and that the chances of seeing it were slim. The first day he was totally correct, as the top 1/3 of the mountain... More

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Riobamba, Chimborazo, Ecuador
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

to visit the mountain on your own you only have to take the bus going to Guaranda and pay $1 this will drop you off in the main entrance of the park where you´ll have to pay $2 for the entrance, you just have to follow up the car road leading to the refuges alot easier thatn visiting Cotopaxi, you... More

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Lake George, New York
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70 reviews 70 reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2011
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Drive to first refuge then hike up. Made it to 17,350' Awesome views until the clouds, snow, fog moved in.

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Guayaquil, Ecuador
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2011
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This is the highest volcano in Ecuador with 6310 mts altitude. This place offers breathtaking views. Words and pictures can't describe or reflect all the majesty and beauty of this place. If you like adventure you shouldn't miss it. You can ascent to volcano's second shelter in just a few hours, which is at 5000 mts altitude. Try to be... More

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Riobamba, Ecuador
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
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