{"id":235283,"date":"2025-08-07T15:30:29","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T20:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/?page_id=235283"},"modified":"2025-08-29T02:14:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T07:14:26","slug":"chimborazo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/es\/faqs\/chimborazo\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs Chimborazo"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Header Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; bottom_divider_flip=&#8221;horizontal&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; da_with_loader=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_shadow=&#8221;on&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=&#8221;Frequently asked questions&#8221; 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It lies within the Chimborazo Fauna Production Reserve, known for its high-altitude landscapes, herds of wild vicu\u00f1as, and the majestic snow-capped volcano.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: How do I get to Chimborazo from Quito?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"1173\">The most convenient way is by guided day tour, which includes transportation, a hike to the Whymper Refuge, and often a stop at scenic spots like the Chorrera Canyon or viewpoints.<br data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\" \/>Traveling independently? Take a bus from Quito to Riobamba (3.5\u20134 hours), then a taxi or rented vehicle to the park entrance (approx. 1 hour). Keep in mind:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1363\">\n<li data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1233\">\n<p data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1233\">There&#8217;s no public transportation inside the reserve<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1292\">\n<p data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1292\">A 4&#215;4 vehicle is recommended for higher elevations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1363\">\n<p data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1363\">Entry is free, but registration is required at the park entrance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Do I need a guide to visit Chimborazo?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1266\">A guide is not mandatory for visiting the refuge or viewpoints, but highly recommended for safety and to understand the unique geography and culture. We offer a <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/chimborazo-bike-tour\/\">Chimborazo Biking tour<\/a><\/span> including guide and downhill mountainbike adventure. For <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/climbing\/chimborazo-summit\/\">summit climbs<\/a><\/span>, a certified mountain guide is mandatory by law.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Can I sleep near Chimborazo?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1522\">Yes. There are options like mountain lodges, refuges, and haciendas in nearby communities such as San Juan, Guaranda, and Riobamba. Some offer warm hospitality, home-cooked meals, and great views of the volcano. If you\u2019re hiking or climbing, you can overnight at the Carrel Refuge (4,850 m).<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;95%&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||19px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Activities at Chimborazo&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;31px&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px|||&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: What activities can I do at Chimborazo?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"659\">You can go hiking, <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/chimborazo-bike-tour\/\">mountain biking<\/a><\/span>, wildlife watching, take photos of the Andean landscape, and visit mountain refuges like Carrel or Whymper.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Can I climb to the summit of Chimborazo?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"929\">Yes, but only with a certified guide and previous mountaineering experience. It\u2019s a demanding expedition due to the altitude (over 6,200 m \/ 20,000 ft).<\/p>\n<p>We offer multiple options:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"929\">A <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/climbing\/ilinizas-chimborazo-3-day-summit\/\">3-day package<\/a><\/span> for acclimization on ilinizas and final Chimborazo summit.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"929\">A <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/climbing\/cotopaxi-chimborazo-4-day-summit\/\">4-day package<\/a><\/span> with summits to Cotopaxi and Chimborazo.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"929\">A <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/climbing\/chimborazo-summit\/\">single summit<\/a><\/span> climb of Chimborazo.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: What if I don\u2019t want to climb?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2939\">You can hike from the first refuge to the second (Whymper Refuge), watch wild vicu\u00f1as, or simply enjoy the unique highland views.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"3234\">[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Can I go biking at Chimborazo?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]Yes, we offer a <span style=\"color: #008080;\"><a style=\"color: #008080;\" href=\"https:\/\/daytoursecuador.com\/chimborazo-bike-tour\/\">downhill biking tour<\/a><\/span> from the refuge to the base of the reserve. It\u2019s a thrilling adventure for adrenaline lovers.<br \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;95%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Local Food and Cuisine&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px|||&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: What typical dishes can I try near Chimborazo?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3269\" data-end=\"3615\">You can try fritada (fried pork), hornado (roast pork), cuy (guinea pig), quinoa soup, and llapingachos (potato patties), among others.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3617\" data-end=\"3969\">[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Are there vegetarian or vegan options?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1452\">Yes, especially in Riobamba. 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You\u2019ll also find food options in Riobamba or Guaranda.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;95%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Wildlife and Nature&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px|||&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: What animals can I see in the Chimborazo Reserve?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"589\">Mainly vicu\u00f1as, llamas, alpacas, Andean rabbits, and birds like the Andean condor (if you\u2019re lucky).<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: What\u2019s the difference between a vicu\u00f1a, a llama, and an alpaca?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4968\" data-end=\"5209\">Vicu\u00f1as are wild and smaller, with very fine wool; llamas are bigger and used as pack animals; alpacas are bred for their soft fleece.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5211\" data-end=\"5491\">[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Are wild animals dangerous?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1136\">No. The animals in Chimborazo are not dangerous to visitors. Just remember to keep your distance and don\u2019t feed them.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q:What kind of vegetation is found in the area?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2327\">Mainly p\u00e1ramo vegetation: ichu (highland grass), mosses, lichens, and small mountain flowers.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\" \/>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;95%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Local Tips &#038; Travel Advice&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||15px|||&#8221; title_font_size_tablet=&#8221;31px&#8221; title_font_size_phone=&#8221;24px&#8221; title_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Can I visit Chimborazo without a tour?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5536\" data-end=\"5851\">Yes, but it&#8217;s easier and safer with a guided tour, especially for transportation and logistics. 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Solo travelers must register at the entrance and follow marked trails.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5853\" data-end=\"6066\">[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Q: Do I need a permit to enter the park?&#8221; open_toggle_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; closed_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf067;||fa||900&#8243; open_icon_color=&#8221;gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b&#8221; open_toggle_icon=&#8221;&#xf068;||fa||900&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_text_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; title_line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221; body_text_color=&#8221;#333333&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||2px|||&#8221; body_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; body_font_size_phone=&#8221;16px&#8221; body_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; border_width_all=&#8221;0px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-65d17b9b-2bb5-4686-af8a-74b562ba925b%22:%91%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22,%22icon_color%22,%22open_icon_color%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5853\" data-end=\"6066\">Entry is free, but all visitors must register at the control station upon arrival. 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