Corazon is another eroded and extinct volcano located about 40 km south west of Quito. The name Corazon means “heart” in Spanish and is said to refer to two gullies on the north west slopes which, when seen from the distance, appear to join together in the shape of a heart.
The first recorded ascent was in 1738 by La Condamine and Boiguer. It is a good second acclimatization hike after Pasochoa and before the Ilinizas.
We drive up to 4.000 m / 13,120 ft to a small valley from where we start the hike to the summit.
It is quite an arduous walk and normally takes four hours up and one and a half hour down.
On a clear day you have a beautiful view of the so-called "Avenue of the Volcanoes", including Chimborazo, Cotopaxi, Cayambe, Ilinizas and Antisana.
Day 1
Important Note: This schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen difficulties.
Also see our Interactive Map.
The Corazon Trekking Excursion offers you the following highlights:
Duration: 1 day
Access: Drive in and drive out
Seasons: All year round
Pre-requisites: Acceptable physical condition
Equipment: Trekking Excursions Gear List
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Difficulty Level:
Moderate
We suggest the following two hikes and relax tour to complete your trip in Ecuador.
1. Pasochoa
4.200 m / 13,800 ft
2. Papallacta
Hot Springs
3.220 m / 10,562 ft
3. North Iliniza
5.125 m / 16,810 ft
We can arrange a two day climb to this beautiful rocky peak.
Andeanface can develop a tailor made itinerary that will give you the opportunity of making the most out of your time, budget and specific interests. We offer the following Trekking Excursions; please contact us (
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) for more information, suggestions, and prices about hiking in Ecuador:
Corazon
Guagua Pichincha
Rumiñahui
Imbabura
Pasochoa
Pambamarca
Cuicocha