By good weather condition it is possible to see the third highest mountain already from Quito. His peak is the highest point on earth direct on the equator line.
For the whole roundtrip starting in the refuge you should calculate with about 9 hours. The participants need a very good physical condition and a good acclimatization to the altitude. The ascent goes over glacial ice and needs average technical skills. Experience in climbing on ice is recommended.

Day 1 Quito - Cayambe - Refuge
In the morning departure from Quito in direction of the village Cayambe and on to the parking lot of the refuge Ruales – Oleas – Berge at 4800m. Lunch and afterwards practice on ice and preparing of the equipment, early dinner and we try to sleep as early as possible.

Day 2 Summit - Quito
At midnight small breakfast and latest at 01.00 ascent to the peak. The last part goes over heavily crevassed glacial ice. Back to the refuge and well-deserved breakfast. Afterwards descend to the parking lot and return journey to Quito, where we arrive in the early afternoon.