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Guagua Pichincha Volcano 4794m a young active volcano in the Ecuador Andes near Quito Ecuador

The meaning of Guagua Pichincha in ancient local language means: Baby It´s shows the good understanding the ancient Quito habitants about their volcano neighbor..
 

An eruption in 1660 covered Quito with 40cm of ash and pumice, blotting out the sun for four days. Recent activity has precipitated scientific interest, with the area now being activily monitored.

The first asscent was led by José Ortiguera in 1582.

Various legends have been told about the volcano which scared the inhabitants of Quito off climbing it:

Three friers attempted to climb the volcano, but became lost in thick fog, lost and frightened they found a cave. The bravest went out to investigate the area, and became hopelessly lost. The storm cleared and his two companions went in search of their lost brother. They found him kneeling in prayer on the summit. Happily they rushed to him, but found that he had been turned to stone. Today Pichincha’s third highest peak, at 4500m is named El Padre Encantado (The enchanted father).

Guagua One day: Transport to the refuge if possible, takes two hours and from there it is just three hours round trip to the two summits. You can see the immense crater in all its beauty and smell the sulfur. Ususally it is possible to see steam escaping from fumeroles on the lava dome.

Note: Pichincha is a mountain we recommend doing with an organized tour to keep free of robbery and safety risks.

Warning: Access to the crater is currently restricted due to activity and has been since July 1999.

Rate per Person 128.- US$
min. 2 persons

All rates are in US $, per Person
Rates include:
Private transportation
All meals
Equipment  (plastic boots, crampons, gaters, harness, mitons, balaclava, ice axe)
English speaking mountain guide

Not included:
Entrance fees in the National Parks