ANTISANA
5758 m - 18891 ft
Discover one of Ecuador’s wildest and most technical high-altitude mountains. Antisana offers a true expedition experience with a remote base camp, complex glacier terrain, and a challenging summit ascent.
Our 3-day program combines a personalized glacier school, adapted to your experience and skills, with a summit attempt—giving you the opportunity to learn, practice, and climb in a real alpine environment.
A technical adventure beyond Ecuador’s classic volcanoes.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Personalized Glacier School
Transfer from Quito at 7 am to Antisana Base Camp (4,500 m / 14,764 ft). Personalized glacier training adapted to the climber’s experience, skills, and objectives.
Overnight: Antisana Base Camp- 4500 m - 14,764 ft
Day 2 – Advanced Glacier Training & Summit Preparation
Wake up 11:30 pm Day 03 starts at 00:30 am
Second glacier session until approximately 1:00 PM, followed by rest, equipment preparation, and an early dinner before the summit attempt.
Day 3 – Antisana Summit | 5,758 m / 18,891 ft
The ultimate challenge. We start under the stars and move through Antisana’s wild and complex glacier, navigating crevasses, snow, and ice toward one of Ecuador’s most remote summits. After reaching 5,758 m, we descend to Base Camp and return to Quito.
A true high-altitude adventure and the perfect finale to three days of learning, climbing, and exploration.
PRICE
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Total 1200 dollars per 2 clients
( 600 each person)
PROGRAM INCLUDES
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Guide fee
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Transportation (4x4 private car)
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Accommodation in Antisana ( tent + sleeping pad) with dinner and breakfast
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Box Lunch
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National Park permits
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Technical gear : Crampons, Ice axe
PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDES
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Personal equipment
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Gratuities and tips
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Lunch in restaurants before/after Cotopaxi
Average Completion Time:
12 hours
Elevation Gain:
1,258 meters - 4,127 feet.
Experience Required:
Glacier School
THE SPECIFICS
UPCOMING DATES:
NO CURRENT DATES - PLEASE INQUIRE DIRECTLY TO BOOK
PRICE + DEPOSIT
This trip is best suited for climbing groups of 2 or more (preferred, not required).
Guide Ratio: 1 guide for every 2 participants — ensuring safety and personal attention.
Price: $1200 — 2 People
$1100 — Private Trip
Non-Refundable Deposit: $600
QUALIFICATIONS
This trip is open to all climbers with an excellent level of physical and mental.
Previous climbing experience and glacier school are required.
DURATION
3-Day Climb.
Interested in a shorter or longer trip? Inquire with us on our Custom Trips page!
At NorthxSouth, we're all about personalization. Hit us up!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
FITNESS
Being in strong physical condition helps climbers handle the challenges of high altitudes and acclimatize effectively during the ascent. Get familiar with our fitness recommendations with the following link.
THE MOUNTAINS
From the snow-capped majesty of Cotopaxi to the mystical allure of Chimborazo, Ecuador's mountains captivate all who aim to climb them. We climb on the best mountains Ecuador has to offer.
OUR POLICIES
From our booking policy & cancellation policy to our harassment policy, rest assured you can find everything we stand for and stand behind.
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TRIP INSURANCE
At North x South Expeditions, your safety and well-being are our top priorities. As part of our commitment to ensuring a smooth and secure experience, we now require all travelers to purchase travel insurance with high altitude coverage at a minimum. For climbers planning to climb any of the glaciated peaks, additional insurance will be recommended, but not required.
Read more about why this requirement is in place:
NEED GEAR? CHECK OUT OUR RECOMMENDATIONS
Please note - this page is meant to be used as a general resource, to show probable that items you may need, along with our guides recommendations. We will never recommend any unnecessary gear.
Your official packing list will be sent out after your booking confirmation.
Testimonials
David is a rockstar! He is over the moon professional which maintains safety as his number 1 priority.
Couldn’t find a better and more prepared guide and I’ve climbed the Seven Summits. 100% would use him again.
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