Trekking El Altar Volcano: Exploring Ecuador’s Forgotten Giant: Hidden deep inside Sangay National Park, the Altar Trek Ecuador is one of the country’s most breathtaking and least-traveled adventures. El Altar, also known as Kapak Urku in Kichwa, was once a towering stratovolcano rivaling Chimborazo in height. After a massive eruption thousands of years ago, its summit collapsed, leaving behind jagged peaks, a horseshoe-shaped crater, and a collection of stunning glacial…

The condor trek or, trek of the Condor in Ecuador: A Journey Through the Heart of the Andes Our Trek of the Condor Ecuador is a true bucket-list experience—and we’re proud to say it’s featured by and listed on National Geographic Travel as a recommended route and resource for anyone wanting to hike the Condor route. National Geographic’s guide highlights the raw beauty of the route between Papallacta and Cotopaxi…

Mountain Climbing Ecuador: End of Season Update from Ecuador Eco AdventureEcuador Eco Adventure has officially closed its mid-year mountaineering season with an incredible achievement on Chimborazo, the highest mountain in Ecuador and the closest point on Earth to the sun. On August 29th, a team of nine climbers from the Czech Republic, USA, India, and Italy successfully reached the summit at 6,310 meters. This inspiring international group capped off a…

Chimborazo Climbing Season: How to Summit the Highest Mountain in Ecuador Successfully If you’re planning a Chimborazo climb, you’re aiming for one of the most iconic mountaineering achievements in South America. Rising to 6,263 meters, Chimborazo is not only the highest mountain in Ecuador—it’s also the closest point on Earth to the sun thanks to the planet’s equatorial bulge. A Chimborazo expedition offers spectacular glacier landscapes, a challenging ascent, and…

Climb and Ski in Ecuador: The Ultimate Volcano Ski Mountaineering Adventure Have you ever dreamed of skiing in Ecuador, descending directly from the summit of a snow-capped volcano under the equatorial sun? This extreme ski mountaineering in Ecuador offers one of the most unique skiing experiences in South America, but it’s important to know that there are no ski resorts, ski tracks, or rental shops in Ecuador. Anyone interested in…

Ecuador Climbing Season 2025: An Update from the Andes As we move through the heart of the 2025 climbing season, Ecuador Eco Adventure is proud to report another year of remarkable mountain experiences on Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. Our expeditions have seen a variety of weather patterns—ranging from clear skies and perfect summit mornings to heavy winds and snowfall. This is the reality of high-altitude climbing in Ecuador: the Andes are…

Explore Yasuní and Cuyabeno: The Best Amazon Rainforest Tours in Ecuador When travelers think of the Amazon, they often picture Brazil. But just beyond the Andes, the Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador offers an equally wild and far more accessible experience. At Ecuador Eco Adventure, we guide you deep into the jungle—into a world of biodiversity, ancient cultures, and unforgettable encounters. Our Amazon tours in Ecuador focus on two of the…

Climb Iliniza Norte: The Ideal Acclimatization Peak in Ecuador If you’re preparing to climb Ecuador’s towering snow-capped giants like Cotopaxi or Chimborazo, don’t overlook the importance of proper acclimatization. One of the best climbs to prepare both your body and mind for high-altitude glacier summits is Iliniza Norte—a spectacular 5,126-meter (16,818 ft) peak located in the Ilinizas Ecological Reserve. At Ecuador Eco Adventure, we offer guided climbs to Iliniza Norte…

Sustainable Adventures in Paradise: How to Plan an Unforgettable 5-Day Galápagos Trip The Galápagos Islands are one of the world’s most iconic natural destinations, offering a rare window into a world where wildlife thrives without fear of humans. From swimming with sea lions to walking beside 100-year-old giant tortoises, every encounter here feels like a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But many travelers ask the same question: Is it possible to experience the…

Avalanche on Cotopaxi – March 16, 2025 Cotopaxi, one of the world’s highest active volcanoes and one of Ecuador’s most iconic peaks, is a popular destination for mountaineers. Its towering summit at 5,897 meters presents a formidable challenge, with extreme weather conditions and unpredictable snow accumulation making safety precautions essential for any climb. On March 16, 2025, an avalanche was triggered at approximately 5,700 meters due to heavy snow accumulation…