November 12, 2023 Today our Antisana team pushed as far as they could but forfeited touching the top due to intense, high winds in a cloud cap. The team is back in camp now and doing well. Proud of our team and trying their best even when the mountains don’t cooperate. Audrey Simonson
November 10th, 2023– IMG Ecuador team enjoyed a well-desired and relaxing night at the famous Papallacta hot springs and hotel after a successful summit of Cayambe (18,997′). The team is using their beautiful and bright recovery day to rest in the hot springs and visit haciendas near Sangolqui. Climbers look forward to spending tonight at […]
November 9th, 2023– Congrats to our strong and persistent IMG Ecuador climbers on their successful ascent of Cayambe (18,990′)! Following an informative and restful day of training on Wednesday learning skills including knots and crevasse rescue, the team went to bed early to get up at 10pm to begin their ascent. In an exceptional 8 […]
November 7th, 2023– The IMG Ecuador team is feeling strong after another acclimatization hike to the top of Imbabura (15,109′) yesterday. Climbers enjoyed a peaceful climb amongst blooming plants and good conditions. The team spent the evening at Cabañas Cayambe, preparing and packing for their upcoming attempt on Cayambe, and arose this morning to drive […]
November 5, 2023 IMG team members visiting old cathedrals in Quito (Romulo Cardenas) Looking out over Quito (Romulo Cardenas) Visiting cathedrals in Quito (Romulo Cardenas) AÂ plaza in Old Quito (Romulo Cardenas) After gear checks in the morning, the team set out to visit the lovely city of Quito! The team went for a series of […]
November 3rd, 2023– IMG Ecuador guide Romulo Cardenas checked-in and let us know all climbers have arrived safely to Quito after long traveling days. The team met this morning for an extensive gear check to assure all climbers are well-equipped for their climbs ahead. Climbers are excited to spend the remaining of the day hiking […]
January 26, 2023 With the entire January Ecuador team back in the US after another excellent trip down there, we are excited to announce our Winter 2023/2024 Ecuador Volcano dates! Next winter, our dates will be as follows: Classic Cayambe & Antisana Program Trip 1Â Â Â Â November 2-13, 2023 Trip 2Â Â Â Â January 4-15, 2024 Optional Chimborazo […]
January 23, 2023 Our final Ecuador team of the 2022-2023 climbing season departed Quito today after a fun and successful expedition. From visiting new sights in the city to reaching their high points, the team enjoyed their time in South America. If you’re interested in joining us in 2023/2024 in Ecuador, stay up to date […]
Jan 21, 2023 – IMG Senior Guide Porter McMichael called to inform us that the team has returned safely back to Quito. The team was unable to summit due to avalanche conditions. They climbed to about 19,000ft this morning before being forced to make the call to return back to the lower mountain. Despite the […]
Jan 20, 2023 – IMG Senior Guide Porter McMichael checked in from Ecuador, reporting that the team is enjoyed a quiet rest day exploring the area surrounding Quito yesterday. Today, the team began their ascent of Chimborazo and climbed to the Whymper Hut at nearly 16,000ft. From here, the team will make a summit attempt […]
