Andes Ecuador · climb
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Reviewed by Blake Penson, Expedition Advisor. Two decades in the mountains, the Seven Summits, two Everest expeditions.
Last reviewed 9 October 2026
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ERTI 4.30 overall
Based in Switzerland
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Chimborazo · Last review: Jan 2020
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ERTI 4.93 overall
Based in United States
ERTI 4.90 overall
Based in United States
ERTI 4.82 overall
Based in New Zealand
First ascent by Edward Whymper in 1880 after his Matterhorn success. At 6,263m, Ecuador's highest peak. Due to Earth's equatorial bulge, the summit is the farthest point from Earth's center. Alexander von Humboldt's 1802 attempt brought scientific attention.
Whymper Route (1-2 days): Standard route via Whymper Refuge. Veintimilla Summit: Lower western summit, often climbed. Main Summit: True high point, requires more technical climbing. Normal Route from Carrel Refuge: Alternative approach.
Weather: During the climbing season, average daily temperatures at the base of Chimborazo hover around 20 ºC (68 ºF). These decrease substantially at higher elevations. While the best climbing months are during the dry season, rain still occasionally falls on the mountain., Best Time to Visit: June to August, December to January, Average Expedition Length 2 days
US Dollar (USD) is Ecuador's official currency. ATMs in Riobamba and Ambato. Park entrance fee required. Budget $300-500 for guided climb. Refuges offer basic accommodation.
Official: Spanish. Regional: Kichwa in indigenous communities. Puruhá people are traditional inhabitants. English with guides, limited elsewhere. Spanish essential for independent travel.
Kobler & Partner
Chimborazo · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
This was a fantastic mountain experience and I would definitely recommend K&P together with its local partners in Ecuador (Andean Summit Adventure) for this or similar projects in Ecuador. I have done several other mountain projects / expeditions in the past with different tour…
By Julia
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As of 16 October 2026, 1 operator has 1 verified client review for Chimborazo on ExpedReview.
Kobler & Partner (5.0★ from 1 review, latest January 2020).
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