Chimborazo bike tour from Baños: 35 km descent at 4,800 meters

You descend 35 kilometers on a mountain bike from the summit of Chimborazo in a single afternoon.

A bike tour from Baños that takes you by private vehicle to 5,000 meters on Chimborazo, then down the volcano on two wheels over roughly two hours, with a local guide, all gear, hotel pickup and lunch included. The descent covers around 35 kilometers and stops are timed to your pace for photos and rest. Children from age 12 are welcome. Guides speak English and Spanish. The full day runs nine hours, ending back in Baños by 6pm.

The experience

Hotel pickup in Baños starts the day, followed by a two-and-a-half-hour drive in a private vehicle that climbs to 5,000 meters on Chimborazo. The road itself rises through Andean landscape where vicuñas graze at altitude. Once at the summit, you switch to the bike and begin the descent: roughly 35 kilometers over about two hours, dropping through terrain that shifts as you lose elevation. The pace is yours: the guide and support vehicle stay with you, and you stop whenever you want to shoot photos, catch your breath or simply take in the view.

The bike, helmet, knee pads and gloves are all provided. Lunch comes after the ride, with vegan or vegetarian options available. The day wraps with a return drive to Baños, arriving around 6pm. The activity suits riders with at least moderate fitness. The operator notes it is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy or cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your hotel.
• local guide in English or Spanish.
• bike, helmet, knee pads and gloves.
• lunch with vegan or vegetarian options.
• Chimborazo entrance fee.
• hotel drop-off at the end of the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

AgesAdult (19 to 70 years) · Youth (12 to 18 years) · Under 12: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Wonderful Ecuador

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup from Baños means you don't need a car or a ride to the mountain. The vehicle collects you and returns you at the end of the nine-hour day, so the logistics are settled whether you're staying in the city center or elsewhere in town.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 18 years). Under 12: they can't be included in the booking.

What's the actual riding time on the bike down Chimborazo?

The descent takes roughly two hours to cover the 35 kilometers from the summit. Stops for photos and rest are built in at your pace, and the support vehicle stays with you throughout.

Do I need to be an experienced mountain biker to do this?

You need at least moderate physical fitness and some comfort on a bike, but the guide and support team stay with you the entire descent, and you set the pace. Children from age 12 can join.

What happens if I can't finish the ride?

The private vehicle follows the route, so you can stop riding and get a ride down whenever you need to. The guide will help you decide what works for your energy and comfort.

Is the hotel pickup included in the price?

Yes, pickup and drop-off at your Baños hotel are included, along with the drive up the mountain and the return to the city at the end of the day.

What animals or wildlife might I see on Chimborazo?

Vicuñas are common at altitude on the mountain. The landscape itself, high-altitude Andean terrain, is the main draw, especially during the descent when you're moving through different elevations.