Ecuador Volcanoes 4th January 2025 Expedition News

Leader: Rodrigo Perez

18th January 2025 - Chimborazo Summit success

Yesterday the team climbed the Whimper summit of Chimborazo

13th January 2025 - Cotopaxi Summit Success

The team reached the summit of Cotopaxi today. Nathan decided to turn round at 5350m, due to a problem with blisters. Hopefully he can treat and manage these ready for the ascent of Chimborazo.

10th January 2025 - Summit Success on Cayambe

Rodrigo has messaged to say that the team have summited on Cayambe today. Some photos from the summit day can be seen below.

7th January 2025 - Success on Rumiñahui

The team enjoyed climbing their first volcano of the trip and were rewarded with some impressive views of Cotopaxi from across the valley, which they will be attempting in a few days time.

6th January 2025 - Heavy Rain Change Plans

The team all arrived safely into Quito at the weekend. Rodrigo has reported in to say that heavy rains over the last few days has meant that access to Pasochoa has been closed. The team are undeterred and will climb Rumiñahui Volcano as an alternative.

2nd January 2025 - Departing 4th Jan

The team will fly out to Ecuador on the 4th January.