Condor Trekking — 4 Days
4,200m / 13,780 ft · Intermediate
Condor Trekking — 4 Days with certified ASEGUIM & UIAGM guides. 4 Days / 3 Nights, max altitude 4,200m / 13,780 ft. Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult. Private transportation from Quito included.
Day 1: Quito - Tambo (3400m)
We departure from our office at 8 a.m. in private transportation. Then, we arrive in El Tambo at 3400 m / 11,155 ft in around two hours. Next, we have a 3-4 hours hike to the first camp called Laguna del Volcán at 3900 m / 12,795 ft. We have dinner and rest.Day 2: Tambo - Santa Lucia Lagoom (4200m))
We wake up and have breakfast at 8 a.m. We have a 6-7 hour hike to the second camp known as “Laguna Santa Lucia” at 4200 m / 13,779 ft. In our way we see various plants, flowers, animals, birds, and cross by the base of Antisana at 4350 m / 14,271 ft which is the highest point we reach. Then, we set up our camp, prepare our dinner, and rest.Day 3: Chirihusi (4000m)
We have breakfast at 8 a.m. Then, a 6–7-hour hike to the fourth camp called Chirihusi at 4000 m / 13123 ft. We go through the Pullurima valley, where we see white-tailed deers, various birds and condors. We hike across the base of Sincholagua volcano to the camp. We have dinner and rest.Day 4: Cotopaxi Nacional Park (3800m)- Quito
We have breakfast at 8 a.m. and move to the Cotopaxi National Park at 3800 m / 12467 ft. We hike 3-4 hours around Pita river that is near to the National Park entrance. Our transport will be ready and we arrive at Quito at 4-5 p.m. End of the 5-day tour.What's Included
- Certified ASEGUIM mountain guide
- Private round-trip transportation from Quito
- All meals during the trek
- Accommodation (camping and/or lodge per itinerary)
- Mountain accident insurance
Technical Equipment
- Harness
- Carabiner
- Helmet
- Gaiters
- Sleeping Bag
- Head Lamp
Not Included
- International travel and medical insurance (coverage for high-altitude mountaineering strongly recommended)
- Hotel accommodation in Quito before and after the expedition
- Tips for the guide and support staff (optional — based on service quality)
- Trekking shoes (for approaches and hiking days)
- Sunglasses (UV-protection — glacier category 4 recommended for altitude)
- Waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar breathable hard-shell)
- Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or similar breathable hard-shell)
- Thermal jacket (down or synthetic insulation — 600+ fill power recommended)
- Thermal pants (fleece or wool base layer)
- Balaclava (face and neck protection for cold and high winds)
- First layer gloves (thin moisture-wicking liner gloves)
- Socks (merino wool or synthetic — at least 2 to 3 pairs)
- Big backpack (50 to 65L capacity for multi-day trips)
- Trekking poles (adjustable and lightweight — for stability on approaches)
Tour Requirements
- Good to excellent physical condition
- Previous trekking experience recommended
- Proper hiking boots
- Warm layered clothing
Tour Insurance Coverage
All Condortrekk tours include civil liability insurance
Insurance Provider
Sweaden Insurance Company — recognized provider of adventure tourism and mountaineering coverage in Ecuador.
Policy Type
Civil Liability Insurance — covers third-party claims arising from bodily injury or property damage during Condortrekk-operated tours and expeditions.
What's Covered
- Accidents during guided activities
- Emergency evacuation and rescue
- Third-party bodily injury liability
- Property damage during tour operations
What's NOT Covered
- Personal travel insurance (medical, trip cancellation)
- Lost, stolen, or damaged personal belongings
- Pre-existing medical conditions
- Activities outside the tour itinerary
Important: We strongly recommend all travelers purchase personal travel insurance covering medical emergencies, high-altitude activities, and trip cancellation before departure. Condortrekk's civil liability policy does not replace personal travel insurance.
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