Climbing and Hiking in Ecuador

Ecuador offers experienced climbers some good new routes, while giving others the excitement of high altitude ascents. For the less ambitious there are walks and treks varying from a half day to a week, skirting the volcanoes in the highlands and descending to coast and jungle. Rachowiecki is a renowned expert and writer on South America, and has spent several years in Ecuador. His advice on the practicalities of travel are as valuable as the specific route descriptions.