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Chimborazo

Height: 6,270 m

Country:

Ecuador

Chimborazo, Ecuador's crown jewel, beckons climbers with its lofty stature as the highest peak in the country and the closest point to the sun on Earth. Ascending this majestic volcano not only promises the thrill of conquering a challenging summit but also offers the unique distinction of standing on the planet's farthest point from its center, making it an extraordinary and humbling adventure.

Climbing Chimborazo

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you embark on one of the world’s iconic climbs. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

F: Easy (alpine grade 1)

When to go

December to February
June to August

Permits

0 permits are needed
costing around $0 total

Pictures from climbing Chimborazo

These are pictures taken while climbing Chimborazo. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Chimborazo, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.

Chimborazo mountain guides

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Chimborazo. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.

Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Chimborazo. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.

Guide	Info	Cost
MILTON WLADIMIR ORTIZ SALAZAR	view guides trip webpage	from $350
Julio Verne Travel	view guides trip webpage	from $360
Ecuador Eco Adventures	view guides trip webpage	from $395
andean summit adventure	view guides trip webpage	from $490
Lonely Summits, "Climbing and Outdoor Travel"	view guides trip webpage	from $495
Peek	view guides trip webpage	from $625
57Hours	view guides trip webpage	from $740
American Alpine Institute	view guides trip webpage	from $1,350
Peruvian Mountains Adventures & Expeditions	view guides trip webpage	from $1,400
Grupo Alpamayo Tours	view guides trip webpage	from $1,550
Climbing the Seven Summits	view guides trip webpage	from $1,750
Andes Hikes	view guides trip webpage	from $2,620
Ian Taylor Trekking	view guides trip webpage	from $4,750

Chimborazo route

Explore the 3D route map for a realistic view of the ascent to Chimborazo. This interactive map provides a close-up look at key points like base camp and high-altitude camps along the way. For those planning their own expeditions, it offers a helpful overview of the mountain's terrain and surroundings.

Chimborazo permits

What permits are needed for climbing Chimborazo

No permits are needed but hiring a guide is mandatory.

Chimborazo Videos

Get inspired by these incredible videos capturing the experience of climbing Chimborazo. From route highlights to summitsummit views, these clips showcase the mountain’s beauty and the challenges it presents. Have your own Chimborazo video? We'd love for you to share it with the community to inspire future climbers.