Open-water mountain swims
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Open-water mountain swims

2–6 days · all swim levels

Swim in high-altitude crater lakes and páramo lagoons across the Ecuadorian Andes — crystal-clear water, volcanic backdrops and routes for every level.

Ecuador's volcanic landscape is dotted with crater lakes and highland lagoons at 2,600–3,900 m. We guide supported swims in Quilotoa's emerald caldera and the páramo lagoons of Antisana and El Cajas. Every swim has at least one safety kayaker for every 2 swimmers, GPS waypoints, and is matched to your level — from a gentle 500 m crossing to a full circumnavigation. Wetsuits, swim buoys and hot drinks on shore included.

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