Guagua Pichincha, Ecuador (15,728 ft / 4794 m): via the Normal Route

December 29, 2005

Guagua Pichincha (15,728')

Brief report:

Rented a small 4WD truck (a Chevrolet Vitara). Drove up to 3820 meters (12,533 ft). Couldn't drive any higher because of major mud on the dirt/muddy road. Started the Guagua Pichincha hike at 10:50am. Summited by 1:30pm. Talked to a Polish & a German guy at the summit. Left the summit at 1:45pm. Back at the truck at 2:58pm (~ 4 hrs roundtrip). Then, we drove to Aloasi, Machachi and stayed at Hosteria La Estacion.

Additional info about climbing Guagua Pichincha can be found here.


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