TOURISM AND RECOMMENDATIONS

There are two entrances to the reserve along the Pan-American highway, south of Quito, that eventually join on the foot of Chimborazo. One is the detour for Guaranda in the city of Ambato, the other is the more commonly used road after Riobamba that specifically tours the reserve. The extinct Chimborazo volcano is the greatest attraction, as Ecuador’s highest peak. There are two refuges, one at 15.750 ft where one can arrive by car, and another at 16.400 ft where one can spend the night. The longest trail that tours the paramo goes around Chimborazo and takes two days.