2x4000 + Pissis Balcony
2x4000 + Pissis Balcony
Alta Catamarca
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This trip combines the beauty and contrast of the Adobe Route with views of the lagoons at the Balcón del Pissis and two ascents to over 4,000 meters.
Cerro Falso Morocho (4,484 meters) is located 200 kilometers from Fiambalá (Catamarca), near the San Francisco Pass. It offers unparalleled views of the San Francisco (6016 mts) and Incahuasi (6638 mts) volcanoes, and the magical blue San Francisco Lagoon.
As part of the altitude adjustment process, we will ascend Cerro Coquena (4056 mts) and visit the Balcón del Pissis. From there, the dazzling and majestic Pissis Volcano (6795 mts) appears, the third highest peak in the Americas. Its glacier is visible from its balcony, offering one of the most impressive views of the Andes Mountains. The beautiful lagoons of different colors create a unique spectacle.
This combines satisfying our senses with the area's great biodiversity and taking you to beautiful peaks of over 4,000 meters that will undoubtedly leave you wanting more in the Valley of the Six Thousand.
Addressed to:
- People with trekking experience who want to make their first ascents above 4000m
- People in excellent physical condition.
- Those who understand the mountain environment, are willing to participate and adapt, and wish to share the experience in a group.
- Involves walking on scree, snow, or ice. The use of crampons and descents via mountain scree are possible.
- You can choose to book this experience for yourself if you do not wish to participate in a group.
Details
Details
Dates: January 11 to 14 | February 14 to 17.
Meeting Place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (Day 1, 10am).
Ending Place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (Day 4).
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medically fit with exercise stress test | Good physical condition.
Minimum Group / Ratio: 3 people / 1 Guide | 7 PAX.
Included / Not Included: View full lists.
Personal Required Gear: View full list.
How to get to Fiambalá:
There are two transportation services that arrive from San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca (Robledo and Gutiérrez companies). Both services can be booked online. Plan ahead to travel in case of unforeseen events.
How to get to San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca by plane or bus from your place of origin.
Personal Gear:
Rental gear is not an available service in Catamarca. If you must rent mountain gear, we recommend doing so at your place of origin or to ask us for help.
Personal gear is mandatory to attempt the proposed summits.
Please review the included services to manage anything else you may need.
How to get to San Fernando del Valle de Catamarca by plane or bus from your place of origin.
Personal Gear:
Rental gear is not an available service in Catamarca. If you must rent mountain gear, we recommend doing so at your place of origin or to ask us for help.
Personal gear is mandatory to attempt the proposed summits.
Please review the included services to manage anything else you may need.
“Leave no trace.”
During the mountain activity, all waste that came with us comes back with us.
Paper, fruit peels, toilet paper, wet wipes, feminine pads, etc. can be disposed of in the destination city after finishing.
Help us keep the mountains clean. Thank you very much!
- Bag or backpack to carry all your gear.
- Duffel bag or nylon to waterproof it in case of rain.
- 20/30L backpack to carry personal items.
- Backpack cover or nylon to waterproof your trekking backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Trail running shoes or trekking boots or mountain boots with semi-rigid soles.
- Headlamp. Spare batteries.
- Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
- Sunscreen SPF 60 or higher.
- Lip balm.
- Personal hygiene items. Quick-drying towel.
- Personal first aid kit (Band-Aids, gauze, adhesive tape, povidone-iodine, 1 pair of disposable gloves, 2 elastic bandages, ibuprofen, sublingual Reliveran, loperamide, rehydration salts) and prescription medication, if applicable.
- Suggestion: 70% alcohol for hand hygiene.
- Two t-shirts (long sleeve/short sleeve).
- Diver or fleece jacket or windstopper.
- Fine down jacket or synthetic filling.
- Expedition down jacket (500gs filling).
- Waterproof jacket.
- Thermal shoe.
- Trekking or fleece pants.
- Waterproof pants.
- Warm hat, sun cap and buff neck scarf.
- A pair of fleece gloves, a pair of waterproof gloves.
- Optional: Mittens and/or Mitten Covers.
- A pair of espadrilles or crocks (for resting in the shelter).
- Two pairs of socks thin.
- Two pairs of thick socks.
- Kitchen supplies (knife, fork, spoon, plate, and unbreakable cup).
- Containers to store at least 3 liters of water per person.
- Steel thermos for personal use (at least 500 cm3).
- Plastic bags for self-management of your waste.
- Personal portable charger (power bank) for camping or shelter days.
- Foods for the march (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougat, cereal bars, candy, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.)
Meeting in Fiambalá where the guides will be introduced. Departure to Balcón del Pissis. Along the way, we will take the opportunity to explore the Cañon del Indio. This trip will take a full day and is intended to help you adapt to the altitude.
Return to Hosteria Cortaderas, our base for the rest of the trip.
Return to Hosteria Cortaderas, our base for the rest of the trip.
Transfer by private vehicle. Trekking to Cerro Coquena (4060m). Return to Cortaderas.
12km - 795m elevation gain - 7 hours of activity.
12km - 795m elevation gain - 7 hours of activity.
Transfer by private vehicle. Trekking to Cerro Falso Morocho, from its summit offering spectacular views of the San Francisco (6,016 m), Bertran (5,260 m), and Incahuasi (6,640 m) volcanoes, as well as the beautiful Laguna San Francisco. Return to Cortaderas.
8 km, 500mts elevation gain - 5 hours of activity.
8 km, 500mts elevation gain - 5 hours of activity.
We return from Cortaderas to Fiambalá (a 1-hour drive) to continue on to the Adobe Route. We will visit the Plaza de Armas, Orquera Oratory, Mayorazgo and Andacollo Church. At the end, we will return to Fiambalá to conclude our services.
Included Services:
- Accommodation:
- Cortaderas Inn, shared rooms with the group, beds with white linen, private bathroom.
- Meals:
- Breakfast, box lunch, afternoon snack. From lunch on day 1 to lunch on the last day. The box lunch includes sandwiches, pastries, fruit, and an isotonic drink.
- Mineral water for the activity days.
- Group kitchen equipment, heaters, pots, cooking utensils, table, and chairs.
- Safety:
- Professional Guide EPGAMT, licensed in Catamarca / Assistant as applicable.
- Insurance: Personal Accident - Civil Liability.
- Satellite Communication
- First Aid Kit, VHF Communication.
- Use of medical oxygen in case of emergencies.
- Logistics:
- Entrance registration for the mountain area at Paso San Francisco.
- Round trip transfer in a private 4x4 vehicle from Fiambalá.
- Off-road transfer to the mountain. Altitude subject to terrain conditions and accessibility.
- Personalized:
- Specialized personalized pre-trip assistance.
- Advice on equipment rental or purchase.
- Small groups.
The informal lunch consists of empanadas or snacks. Special options are considered due to health restrictions.
Not Included Services:
- Breakfast of 'Day 1'
- Personal clothing / personal gear.
- Dinner at the inn.
- Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Round trip from Catamarca to Fiambalá (325km).
- Access fee to 'Balcón del Pissis' road.
- Access fee to the Fiambalá Hot Springs (if applicable).
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
Optional Services (not included):
- High-quality photography without a watermark.
- Drone photography / video.
- Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan, etc. options.
"An unforgettable experience! My first summit at 4,500 meters above sea level, climbing Falso Morocho with Silvina, on the Seismiles Route in Catamarca! Silvina takes care of every detail, from health and pre-training to food and well-being during rest periods, to make the expedition a spectacular experience! She also took us to the Ruta de los Adobes and the Cañón del Indio in Paso de San Francisco! I'm so grateful to Silvina for accompanying me and encouraging me to undertake this first high-altitude expedition! And many more to come!", Juana M. - Bertran Volcano Expedition.
"A beautiful trip, Balcón del Pissis, along with the Falso Morocho and Coquena treks (my first 4000m), with a breathtaking view. ❤️ I really enjoyed sharing this experience and adding some tours in the area (we also included a stop at the Cañon del Indio and the Adobe Route on this itinerary) to get to know Catamarca a little better! Thanks, Sil, for such a lovely weekend, excellent guide, and very good service. ✨ @andesxtadventures In summary, the guide, included services, and shared days: Excellent, it fulfilled everything proposed and exceeded expectations. THANK YOU," Giselle M. - 2x4000 Expedition, Valle de los Seismiles.
