Ecuador is Home to Some Pretty Spectacular Volcanoes

Cotopaxi volcano, Ecuador.
Cotopaxi, Ecuador. Photo by Jaime Dantas on Unsplash

Central and South America are home to some of the most amazing volcanoes in the entire world, and some of them happen to be located in Ecuador. If you’re planning a trip to this country and want to have an unforgettable experience, make sure to put these three volcanoes on your bucket list.

Chimborazo

There are a couple of things that make Chimborazo special, mostly with passionate climbers and hikers. With a peak elevation of 6,263 meters, it’s Ecuador’s highest mountain, but it’s also believed to have the farthest point on the Earth’s surface from its center due to its location near the planet’s equatorial bulge.

Cotopaxi

Cotopaxi is located near Ecuador’s capital of Quito, so it grew into one of the most popular day-trip destinations to explore from this city. It’s heaven on Earth for nature lovers because you can explore everything from hiking trails to equatorial glaciers during your visit.

Cayambe

The third highest peak in this South American country will win you over with its snow-capped slopes. Adventure seekers and mountaineers visiting Ecuador can’t resist its charm, despite the fact it’s often described as one of the country’s most challenging climbing spots.