In 2005, a cable car known as Teleferico opened in Quito, Ecuador, providing tourists and locals alike a quick way to get to the top of the Pichincha Volcano that rises behind the city. With its starting station located in the heart of Quito, riding the Teleferico is a simple, straightforward affair, although you should plan certain aspects of your trip before you board your carriage -- namely, the means you plan to use to descend from the summit.