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Recommendations
Ecuador provides many opportunities for climbing new routes. But the danger for beginners and experienced climbers due to errors is great. We recommend that you always go accompanied by a professional guide and always take appropriate equipment for each adventure.

Necessary Equipment
(Most climbing companies provide the necessary equipment such as ice -axes, ropes, head lamps and crampons for their clients)
Hiking shoes or boots
Between 2 and 3 layers of warm clothing: thermal clothes, sweater and pants, rain jacket and pants (nylon)
Gloves and mittens
Ski mask
Hand flashlight
Sunglasses
Sleeping bag for low temperatures
Sleeping mat
Water bottle
Backpack
Sun screen
Camera

Recommended Reading
Climbing and Hiking in Ecuador 4th ed ,
Authors: Rob Rachoweicki and Mark Thurber, Bradt
Year: 1997
Price: $18.95 in www.trekkinginecuador.com/
Synopsis: The most complete and up to date guide for mountaineering in Ecuador.

 

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