Guides
Trekking guides & field notes
Practical, first-hand advice from the trail — altitude and acclimatization, the best months to climb, route difficulty and what to pack for a multi-day trek in the Andes.
Planning
Altitude & Acclimatization for Climbing in Ecuador
The single biggest factor in summiting Cotopaxi or Chimborazo isn't fitness — it's how well you acclimatize. Here's how to get it right.
Read guide →PlanningBest Time to Climb Cotopaxi & Trek Ecuador
Ecuador sits on the equator, so there's no summer or winter — just wet and dry. Here's when to come for the best summit and trekking conditions.
Read guide →Galápagos · IsabelaThe Wall of Tears, Galápagos: Hiking Guide & History
A wall built by prisoners, for no reason but punishment — and one of Isabela's best half-day walks. Here's the history and how to hike it.
Read guide →EcuadorThe Best Hikes & Treks in Ecuador
From the Quilotoa Loop to the roof of Chimborazo, these are the multi-day hikes and treks in Ecuador actually worth your time — and how hard each one is.
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