City: Chimborazo Province
Top Things to do in Chimborazo Province
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Chimborazo Province That You Shouldn't Miss
Chimborazo (Spanish pronunciation: [tʃimboˈɾaso]) is a province in the central Ecuadorian Andes. It is a home to a section of Sangay National Park. The capital is Riobamba. The province contains Chimborazo (6,267 m), Ecuador's highest mountain.
Restaurants in Chimborazo Province
1. Biking Spirit
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5.0 based on 31 reviews
Mountain Bike Tours in Ecuador; 20 years experience, good quality bikes, gear and support, outdoors are our life style.
2. Pro Bici
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5.0 based on 323 reviews
We offer excursions to Chimborazo and other snowpeaks, mountain lakes, thermal pools, rain and cloud forests and indigenous, historic and cultural sites that reveal unimagined natural and cultural wonders hidden to the common tourist.
Reviewed By AlexHesse1111
An all round amazing trip, cannot recommend enough! From the knowledge of the guides to the quality of the equipment. All the guides were extremely friendly and supportive throughout the 12 hour trip, tending to the needs and skill levels of each member of the group. They shared their vast comprehensive knowledge of the plants and different terrains we covered as well as explaining the history and spiritual aspects of Chimborazo. The bikes and safety equipment were all extremely well maintained and the advice given to deal with being at such high altitude was comprehensive and helpful!
3. Thursday Market
4. Lakes of Ozogoche (Lagunas de Ozogoche)
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Located in the state of Chimborazo, this group of 45 small lakes or lagoons is an excellent site for viewing wildlife, hiking, fishing and bird watching.
5. Sangay National Park
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
The park features two active volcanoes, rainforests, glaciers. It is home to animals such as tapirs, ocelots, pumas and porcupines.
Reviewed By Fxtutti
This is an incredible place located in the Releche’s community on the slopes of Ecuador’s El Altar Mountain. The Hacienda provides bed and breakfast including showers, rest and game room, Wi-Fi, horseback riding, hiking and other activities. Mr. Oswaldo Cedeno can provide all the amenities, and much more including a journey thru the trails up to El Altar. For information about reservations, supplies and much more please contact Mr. Cedeno at [email protected]. Best time to visit: Any time of year. Supplies and What to wear: It is best to stop in Riobamba town for some supplies including a pair of rubber boots that you will use only in some parts of the trails. The trails are muddy after rain, but this could be a fun challenge. Always pack warm, waterproof clothing, hiking boots, sleeping bag, hat, etc. For a complete list of the supplies and prices you could contact Mr. Cedeno at [email protected]. How to get there: Hacienda Releche is about one-hour bus ride away from Riobamba Town. You will have to pass by Penipe Town first and then truth the small village of Candelaria continuing all the way to Hacienda Releche. Visitors can hike or horseback ride thru the trails up to “The Paramo”. This could be done in two days but I do recommend three days in order to have a complete experience and enjoy a magnificent place. I spend the first night at Hacienda Releche at the start of the trail, and taking off the next day between 6am and 7am. Hacienda Releche also has a small refuge at the foot of the volcano with running water, but you’ll need a sleeping bag. The hike could take from 3 to 6 hours to the small refuge, and another two hours up to the crater with the lagoon. Arriving at The Paramo I decided to enjoy the views, the nature and wildlife animal including the magnificent Andes’ condors, other birds, bears, foxes, etc. I was recommended to be back before 5pm the third day in order to catch the bus back to Riobamba. Third day. After spending the night in the small refuge, I hiked early in the morning all the way to the lagoon, which is incredible. About 12pm I started descending back to Hacienda Releche where I spend my last night enjoying a wonderful meal and a good sleep. Weather: The weather extremely unpredictable. Prepare for inclement weather at any time, including rain, fog, or even snow.
6. Market Guamote
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By cymopterus - Salt Lake City, United States
I am not sure why this market in Guamote is listed under Riobamba, which is about a 2 hour bus ride away. The market is on Thursday and all the indigenous people from the surrounding area come and do their weekly shopping. The large market covers many streets of the town. All the people are dressed in their traditional beautiful and colorful clothing. The market contains all the basic foods and goods necessary for the local subsistence. It does not have tourist items. We did not see any other tourists the day we visited. A great experience and highly recommended. If you are coming from Riobamba, it is a $20 taxi ride.
7. Ecuador Eco Adventure
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4.5 based on 162 reviews
Specialists in Trekking - Mclimbing - Horseback riding - Galapagos Islands - and amazon expeditions as well as Volunteering oportunities in Ecuador. Ecuador Eco Adventure, has over 16 years of experience, helping thousands of tourist from all over the world as well as national toutist. Profesionales de montaña, especialistas en expediciones andinas y alta montaña, somos profesionales de la aventura.
8. Iglesia de Balbanera
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4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By vjv2007 - Tampa, United States
Our travel guide insisted that we leave our B&B in Riobamba at 5:30 AM to see this beautiful church. He was right!
