January 14, 2024 Aconcagua– Team 2 led by Stu Johnson reached the summit of Aconcagua today battling high winds & cold temperatures. Now they are on their descent back to Mendoza via the Horcones Valley. Way to go team! Ecuador– Max Bond & team were thwarted from their summit on Antisana due to high winds […]
Ecuador Volcanoes
IMG Ecuador Team Heads to Papallacta Hot Springs
January 11th, 2024– The IMG Ecuador Team spent the past few days near Cayambe reviewing skills including cramponing, ice axe arrest, and rope travel. Last night, the team rose early to begin their summit attempt, leaving the Oleas-Ruales-Berge Hut feeling strong and prepared. Climbers maintained an optimistic attitude despite windy conditions on the upper slopes […]
Ecuador Team reaches Imbabura (15,109′) Summit
January 9th, 2024– IMG Ecuador Team, led by Max Bond, had a fantastic day of acclimatization hiking on Imbabura yesterday, reaching a new high point at 15,109′. The team enjoyed scrambling rocks and trekking amongst native plants. Climbers spent the evening at Cabañas Cayambe checking gear and preparing for their summit attempt of Cayambe (18,997′). […]
Ecuador team explores Quito
January 7, 2024 Over the past few days, our Ecuador team has been getting acquainted with Quito and the surrounding areas. From visits to the local museum, cathedrals, and a morning trip to Otavalo Market, the team is doing well! On their way to Hacienda Pinsaqui, the team stopped by San Pablo Lake to stretch […]
IMG Ecuador Team Stands on Top of Chimborazo Amidst Challenging Conditions
November 16th, 2023– Congratulations to our strong and driven Ecuador climbers for their successful climb of Chimborazo (20,561′)! The team woke up to overcast and snowy conditions but decided to poke into the storm and make a summit attempt. Climbers reported challenging conditions with a mix of snow, wind, and freezing temperatures, yet, were able […]
Ecuador Climbers visit Cotopaxi
November 14th, 2023– The IMG Ecuador team enjoyed their day yesterday by hiking on the lower mountain of Cotopaxi (currently closed due to active eruptions) and stopping by a local town to feed Alpacas and visit historic Inca Ruins. The team is feeling strong and well-acclimatized to begin their ascent of Chimborazo (20,561′), Ecuador’s tallest […]
Antisana team on the descent
November 12, 2023 Today our Antisana team pushed as far as they could but forfeited touching the top due to intense, high winds in a cloud cap. The team is back in camp now and doing well. Proud of our team and trying their best even when the mountains don’t cooperate. Audrey Simonson
Ecuador Team Enjoys a Nice Day at the Hot Springs
November 10th, 2023– IMG Ecuador team enjoyed a well-desired and relaxing night at the famous Papallacta hot springs and hotel after a successful summit of Cayambe (18,997′). The team is using their beautiful and bright recovery day to rest in the hot springs and visit haciendas near Sangolqui. Climbers look forward to spending tonight at […]
IMG Ecuador Finds Success on Cayambe (18,990′)
November 9th, 2023– Congrats to our strong and persistent IMG Ecuador climbers on their successful ascent of Cayambe (18,990′)! Following an informative and restful day of training on Wednesday learning skills including knots and crevasse rescue, the team went to bed early to get up at 10pm to begin their ascent. In an exceptional 8 […]
IMG Ecuador Team Climbs Imbabura
November 7th, 2023– The IMG Ecuador team is feeling strong after another acclimatization hike to the top of Imbabura (15,109′) yesterday. Climbers enjoyed a peaceful climb amongst blooming plants and good conditions. The team spent the evening at Cabañas Cayambe, preparing and packing for their upcoming attempt on Cayambe, and arose this morning to drive […]