Private tour in Riobamba Felipe C
up to 4 people
6 hours
Private transportation
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Felipe C.
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The last ice man, Baltazar Ushca, is the man who travels the extensive moors of the Taita Chimborazo to extract blocks of ice. This generational activity, transmitted by his father, he has been practicing since he was fifteen years old, and he still maintains it since it has been the main source of livelihood for his family. Hidden in the glaciers where time seems to freeze, grateful to his taita (father) for allowing him to extract the ice, he begins his activity with a prayer towards Chimborazo, and then with the help of a pick extract the blocks, wrap them in the pajonal (which is cut prior to the extraction of ice), and transport them on donkeys to the local population of Cuatro Esquinas, and then sell them in the city of Riobamba. During our hike it will be possible to observe the high Andean vegetation as well as birds and typical mammals of the area, llamas, sheep and vicuñas.
* The departure can be from the Railway Station, located in the center of the City of Riobamba, or if you wish you can make the transfer from your accommodation, for an extra value if you are outside the city. * The journey in a 4x2 vehicle takes 45 min to the community of Cuatro Esquinas, located 11 km from Riobamba. * The walk has a total duration of approximately 5 hours, depending on the physical condition of the participants. * The Ice mine is located at about 4800 meters above sea level where the dry ice extraction site can be observed. * After enjoying a high altitude lunch, you return to the vehicle and later to the Riobamba City. This tour can be customized upon request
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Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 4 people
Duration:
6 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 4 people
Duration:
6 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
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