Full Day Trek
Pasochoa 4200m
Pasochoa (4,200 metres) is an extinct volcano located in the Guayllabamba river basin in the Ecuadorian Andes. The current mountain form is a collapsed crater with a semicircular shape. This structure emerged approximately 100 thousand years ago due to an eruption which destroyed the crater and occidental slope of the previous volcanic cone.
Lava and ash increased the fertility of the ground in the Pasochoa region, encouraging the growth of a vibrant forest ecosystem. Despite the fertile soil, difficult accessibility and an uneven surface made the area inappropriate for extensive agriculture.
The Pasochoa Wildlife Refuge, established in 1996, contains one of the few remaining original Andean forests. The mountain has a wonderful variety of wildlife, including pumas, foxes, skunks, a very diverse collection of birds, and a wonderful collection of plants.
Today the volcano is well known as a travel destination.
AVAILABLE RATES | PRICES PER PERSON - FULL DAY TREK
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2-3 people
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4-6 people
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7-10 people
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11-15 people
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NOTE: 1 guide per 6 people. From 6 guests onwards, at least 2 guides
QUITO
Pick up: Early in the morning
Drop off: Afternoon
*Our team will contact you to set the specific time and location.
- Available upon request (extra fees)
- Personal snacks
- Services not specified
- Helmet rental (required for climb)
- Other trekking or climbing equipment
- Gratuities
- Taxes
This is just a checklist and you do not necessarily need to bring everything that is listed below. Use your own experience and judgment to make your decision:
- Hat, Bandana or Buff
- Wicking T-shirt & Underwear
- Socks (synthetic or wool)
- Insulating fleece jacket, vest, pants
- Rain jacket (or soft shell and waterproof hat)
- Rain pants (or soft-shell pants)
- Boots or shoes suited to terrain
- Gloves or mittens
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Sunglasses (UV Protection)
- Small Backpack
- First-aid supplies
- Snacks (energy bars, gels, chews, trail mix)
- Plastic Bags (trash)
- Water
- Camera
- Cash
If you cancel at least 30 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel at least 15 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50% cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 14 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100% cancellation fee.
Last minute bookings are non refundable.
- Cash (Offices – Quito)
- Wire Transfer
- Bank Deposit
- Credit Cards
- Professional mountain guide english/spanish (1 guide per 6 people)
- Private transportation in guide car
- Entries and fees
NOTE: Driver/guide up to 4 guests. From 5 guest onwards private transportation driver + guide