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A full-day guided hike from Baños climbs through Andean moorland to Martínez Refuge at ~3,800 m for panoramic views of Tungurahua, Chimborazo and Carihuayrazo. Expect 4 km uphill, volcanic scree, and variable weather—ideal for fit hikers comfortable with altitude.
A full-day guided hike from Baños climbs through Andean moorland to Martínez Refuge at ~3,800 m for panoramic views of Tungurahua, Chimborazo and Carihuayrazo. Expect 4 km uphill, volcanic scree, and variable weather—ideal for fit hikers comfortable with altitude.
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Operated by Turismo Ecuador 24 · Baños de Agua Santa, Tungurahua
You step out of Baños' humid air and into a crisp, thin wind that climbs with you. The private minivan climbs the serpentine road toward Sangay National Park, and scrub gives way to moorland; every bend opens a wider view of Tungurahua’s scoured flanks. At Martínez Refuge (≈3,800 m) the volcano looms—dark rock and recent ash—while the valley below folds toward the Pastaza River.
challenging.
6–8 hours.
Good cardiovascular fitness and prior day-hiking experience at high altitude; comfortable with sustained climbs.
The route is a steady 4 km ascent with about 1,000 m gain—3–4 hours up depending on fitness and altitude; the operator rates it as suitable for those with moderate fitness.
Yes—private transportation from Baños and a guide are included, plus a snack/brunch at the refuge.
Acclimatize in Baños if possible, stay hydrated, ascend at a steady pace, and descend if you feel severe headache, nausea, or dizziness; this trip is not recommended for people with heart conditions or pregnancy.
Yes—the operator cancels for bad weather or volcanic risk and offers a full refund if canceled at least 24 hours before departure per their policy.
Tungurahua’s eruptions have repeatedly shaped local settlement patterns; Baños developed around thermal springs and as a staging point for mountain access.
Sangay National Park protects páramo and cloud forest corridors; stick to trails to reduce erosion and avoid disturbing fragile vegetation.
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