Cuicocha is a caldera nestled within the crater of the Cotacachi volcano. It has an elevation of 10,649 ft. (3,246 m.) Located in the Imbabura province, in Ecuador. “Laguna Cuicocha” in Spanish is a 2 mi. (3 km.) crater lake. At the center of the lake sits two small islands. The lake is part of ... Read more
Imbabura is an inactive volcano with a peak elevation of 14,952 ft. (4,557 m.) height above the sea level. It has two main summits. One of the 100 m. higher than the other. The Imbabura volcano is located near the Lago San Pablo outside of Otavalo town, in the Imbabura province of Ecuador. This is ... Read more
Devil's nose is a four to five hour train ride. This zigzag railroad is one of the scariest and most thrilling ride in the Andes mountains. The track goes over rocky ravines, along raging rivers, through dense cloud forests and around mountains. Rute: Riobamba-Alausí-Sibambe.
Do you know that there are 47 volcanoes in Ecuador? 32 are in the mainland, while 15 in the Galapagos Islands. Both active and inactive. Most volcanoes are part of the Andes. This region crosses the equator from north to south. Ecuador attracts many travelers year-round. Some of them visit the country seeking adventure. They want activities such as climbing, hiking, and rafting.
Here is a list of volcanoes in Ecuador. To learn more, click a volcano image or a volcano name to visit its’ page.
Sangay is the most active volcano in Ecuador with a peak elevation of 17,017 ft. (5,188 m.) height above the sea level. In fact, it is one of the highest active volcanoes in the world. Located in the Morona Santiago province — 75 mi. (112 km.) Northeast of Cuenca and 136 mi. (200 km.) South of … Read more
Mount Carihuairazo is a volcanic caldera, in a beautiful snow-topped mountain. Located inside the Chimborazo Fauna Reserve. Close to the Chimborazo volcano — Ecuador’s highest mountain. The nearest city is Riobamba, about 19 mi. (30 km.) Southwest. This is 93 mi. (150 km) Southwest of Quito. Mount Carihuairazo is an inactive volcano, part of the “Avenue of … Read more
Guayaquil is a coastal city with no volcanoes, but Chimborazo is the closest volcano to Guayaquil. Mount Chimborazo lies some 137 m. (222 km.) west from Guayaquil. Chimborazo is the highest volcano in Ecuador, located near Riobamba, Chimborazo. Other volcanoes are El Altar — caldera, and Tungurahua — an active volcano. If you are willing to travel … Read more
Chimborazo volcano is the closest one to Riobamba. West of Riobamba is El Altar, an inactive volcano, and Tungurahua volcano. Going south there is the Sangay volcano, the least accessible and least studied volcano in Ecuador. If you are willing to travel a little north from Riobamba, there is the Quilotoa caldera and Cotopaxi volcano. … Read more
There are no volcanoes in Cuenca, Ecuador. Sangay volcano is the closest one, it is located in the Morona Santiago province, part of the Sangay National Reserve. The Sangay volcano is the least accessible and least studied volcano in Ecuador. Also, it is the most active volcano in Ecuador. Although Sangay is the nearest mountain to Cuenca, … Read more
Pichincha volcano is the closest one to Quito. The nearest accessible point to the Rucu Pichincha is the top of the Teleférico de Quito, from there you can walk. The city of Quito is surrounded by several volcanoes. South-west of Quito, there is the Antisana Volcano, while to the north-west is the Cayambe volcano. If … Read more
Cayambe volcano is a snow-capped volcano with an altitude of 18,996 ft. (5,790 m.) above sea level. Located 37 mi. (60 km.) Northeast of Quito. Cayambe volcano is part of the Cayambe Coca National Park and the third-highest mountain in Ecuador. Also, it is the only summit that lies above the equatorial line. Cayambe is … Read more
Antisana is an impressive and beautiful double cone volcano. The Antisana volcano is located inside the Antisana Ecological Reserve, between the provinces of Napo and Pichincha. This is about 31 mi. (50 km.) Southeast of Quito. Antisana has an altitude of 18,870 ft (5,753 m) above sea level. Indeed, the Antisana volcano is the fourth … Read more
Chiles volcano is a snowcapped volcano located on the border of Ecuador and Colombia. It has about 4760 meters height, climbing this volcano is a challenge for people seeking a thrill on its rocky slopes. Reaching its summit takes approximately six hours. The road up to Chiles volcano takes you through the northern part of … Read more
Sumaco volcano is located in the isolated Sumaco Napo-Galeras National Park, in the Orellana province of Ecuador, west of Quito. Sumaco volcano soars 13,087 feet (3,990 meters) above the jungle. The area near the volcano is heavily forested. Due to its isolated location, Sumaco volcano is a rarely visited site, helping its excellent preservation. The … Read more
Reventador is one of Ecuador’s most active volcanoes. It has an elevation of 11,683 ft. (3,562 m.) above sea level. The caldera is 2.5 mi. (4 km.) wide in diameter. Located 56 mi. (90 km.) west of Quito, on the edge of the Cayambe-Coca Ecological Reserve. This volcano is densely covered by forests and rises … Read more
El Altar is an extinct volcano on Sangay National Park. 170 km south of Quito, near Riobamba. It has nine peaks surrounding a beautiful glacial crater lake. Surrounding the crater, there are green valleys full of waterfalls and multi-coloured glacial lagoons.
Chimborazo volcano is the highest peak of Ecuador. It is 20,564 feet (6,268 meters) height. The mountain is capped with eternal snow. Chimborazo volcano is the farthest point from the center of the earth.
Quilotoa is an inactive volcano. It features an awe-inspiring volcanic crater lake. Surrounded by massive sheer cliffs and filled with deep blue and turquoise water. Quilotoa sits in the center of the Quilotoa Loop, about 1,000 ft. (300 meters) down in the middle of a crater ringed with sharp knife edge mountain peaks. The crater … Read more
Mojanda lakes are three turquoise lagoons nestled in the Andes Highlands. They are amongst once-active volcanoes. Located in the Imbabura province, near Otavalo. “Lagunas de Mojanda” in Spanish. It has an altitude of 13,983 ft. (4,263 m) The complex has three lakes Caricocha, Huarmicocha, and Yanacocha. Connected by the surrounded by mountains of Fuya-Fuya and … Read more
Tungurahua is an active volcano with an elevation of 16,475 ft. (5,023 m.) above sea level. It is an impressive symmetric volcano, but its summit is usually under clouds. Located in the Tungurahua province of Ecuador. It is part of the Sangay National Park. Also, considered one of South America’s most active volcanoes. No doubt why Tungurahua … Read more
The Pichincha volcano is an active stratovolcano located next to the city of Quito, capital of Ecuador. The three highest peaks of the Pichincha volcano, known as “Los Pichinchas” are Guagua, Rucu, and Padre Encantado. From its peaks, you have a spectacular view of the city in addition to the peaks of Cayambe, Antisana, Tungurahua, … Read more
The Illinizas are a pair of volcanic mountains, their peaks are covered with glaciers. Located 55 km (34 mi) south of Quito, Ecuador. The Illinizas used to be a complete volcano with a single crater, but eventually, they split into two. Iliniza Sur is the sixth-highest volcano in Ecuador. It is located at a height … Read more
Imbabura is an inactive volcano with a peak elevation of 14,952 ft. (4,557 m.) height above the sea level. It has two main summits. One of the 100 m. higher than the other. The Imbabura volcano is located near the Lago San Pablo outside of Otavalo town, in the Imbabura province of Ecuador. This is … Read more
Quilotoa Lake set in its deep volcanic crater is an extraordinary landscape, visitors can hike around the crater’s rim, visit on mules or kayak across the turquoise waters. Quilotoa lake is located in the Illinizas Ecological Reserve. Quilotoa is a salty lagoon from a volcanic origin with 3 kilometers of diameter. To reach Lake Quilotoa, from Quito … Read more
Cotopaxi volcano is the best-known active volcano of Ecuador. Also, one of the most famous in South America. Located in the Cotopaxi province, about 31 mi. (50 km.) South of Quito and 22 mi. (35 km.) Northeast of Latacunga. Cotopaxi is the second-highest volcano in Ecuador, with a height of 19,347 ft. (5,897 m.) above … Read more
Devil’s nose is a four to five hour train ride. This zigzag railroad is one of the scariest and most thrilling ride in the Andes mountains. The track goes over rocky ravines, along raging rivers, through dense cloud forests and around mountains. Rute: Riobamba-Alausí-Sibambe.
Cuicocha is a caldera nestled within the crater of the Cotacachi volcano. It has an elevation of 10,649 ft. (3,246 m.) Located in the Imbabura province, in Ecuador. “Laguna Cuicocha” in Spanish is a 2 mi. (3 km.) crater lake. At the center of the lake sits two small islands. The lake is part of … Read more
