Frequently asked questions

All our tours start and end at our office in Machachi, south of Quito and the closest town to the park. We can also pick you up in Quito or other cities for an extra cost.

No climbing experience is needed. The walk from the parking lot to the José Rivas Refuge is steep and at high altitude, so take it slowly; your guide sets the pace.

When the weather and the trail allow it, yes. Your guide decides on the day, and safety always comes first.

At the refuge it can be close to freezing and windy. Bring warm layers, a windproof jacket, gloves, a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses.

The tour climbs from 2,900 m to almost 5,000 m in one day. Walk slowly, drink plenty of water and avoid heavy meals before the hike. If you have heart or breathing conditions, ask your doctor first.

Yes. It’s monitored constantly, and the park sometimes limits access to the upper areas. If that happens, we adapt the route.

Yes. Choose them in the booking form on any tour and they’re added to the total before you send your request.

Choose your tour, date and group size and send the request. Nothing is booked or charged yet: we confirm availability by email or WhatsApp and send you a secure payment link.