Bertran Volcano (5260mts)
Bertran Volcano (5260mts)
Alta Catamarca
Your travel starts now...
Your travel starts now...
The Bertrán volcano is located 200 kilometers from Fiambalá (Catamarca) in the San Buenaventura Mountain Range, near the San Francisco Pass. Its 4.5km crater and more than 300 meters deep leaves even the most incredulous speechless.
As part of the altitude acclimatization process, we will ascend Cerro Coquena (4035m) and Falso Morocho (4484m).
This expedition is designed for those with experience in mid-mountain terrain who are looking to summit their first 5000-meter peak while enjoying the unique environment of the Valley of the Six-Thousanders. As part of the acclimatization, we will ascend Pico Cortaderas, Cerro Coqueña (4035m), and Cerro Falso Morocho (4484m).
The scenic beauty of the surroundings, along with its biodiversity, and the added bonus of reaching a beautiful summit of over 5000 meters, will undoubtedly leave you wanting more in the Valley of the Six-Thousanders.
Addressed to:
This climb is intended for people with good physical condition and good health who wish to experience an ascent to 5000 meters without technical difficulty.
Details
Details
Next Date: | January, 04 to 08 | March, 10 to 14.
Meeting place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (Day 1, 9am).
Ending place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (Day, 5).
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Physical preparation and willpower.
Min Grupo / Ratio: 3 PAX / 1 Guide|7 PAX.
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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 returns with us.
Papers, fruit peels, toilet paper, wet wipes, feminine dressings, etc. They can be discarded upon arrival at the shelter or in the destination city upon completion.
Help us keep the mountain clean. Thank you so much!
- Bag or backpack to transport all your luggage.
- Bag or nylon to waterproof it in case of rain.
- 20/30 liter backpack to carry personal items.
- Backpack or nylon cover to waterproof the trekking backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Trekking or mountain boots with semi-rigid soles.
- Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
- Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
- Headlamp. Replacement batteries.
- Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
- Sunscreen factor 60 or higher.
- Lip protector.
- Personal hygiene elements. 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 to sanitize your hands.
- 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.
- Snow gaiters.
- 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 thin stockings.
- Two pairs of thick socks.
- Kitchen items (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 500cm3).
- Plastic bags to self-manage your waste.
- Personal portable charger (powerbank) for camping or shelter days.
- Snacks (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougats, cereal bars, candies, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.).
Meeting in Fiambalá. Transfer to the mountain Inn in Cortaderas.
Free afternoon to rest, hydrate and prepare for the next day or trekking to Cortaderas Peak (3650mts).
Free afternoon to rest, hydrate and prepare for the next day or trekking to Cortaderas Peak (3650mts).
After breakfast (7 hours) we will move to Paso San Francisco.
After accomodating in a free use hut or to setting up the tents we will prepare for our objective: Cerro Falso Morocho (4484 masl).
One hour of travel, 5 hours of trekking.
One hour of travel, 5 hours of trekking.
Rest day to facilitate the adaptation process to the altitude. Visit to the "Blue Lagoon" Hot Springs.
After breakfast, we will travel by private vehicle to the base of Bertran Volcano (4650m). We will then trek to the summit of the volcano, from where we will have a breathtaking view of its crater and the surrounding volcanoes: San Francisco (6016m) and Incahuasi (6640m). We will take between 30 minutes and 1 hour (depending on weather conditions) for lunch and rest. Return tu Las Grutas.
Return to Fiambalá. End of services.
After breakfast we will prepare our stuff to return to Fiambalá and end up the expedition.
After breakfast we will prepare our stuff to return to Fiambalá and end up the expedition.
Included Services:
- Accommodation:
- Cortaderas Inn, beds with white linen, shared rooms with the group with private bathroom.
- High mountain tents or mountain hut (if available).
- 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, WFR, 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.
"Excellent experience in the high altitudes of Catamarca. The itinerary was designed for proper acclimatization, including routes with beautiful landscapes. Sil was attentive to every detail, taking care of the group, ensuring maximum enjoyment, and willing to teach. She was also very attentive to the prior arrangements, providing guidance on the necessary equipment to ensure nothing was missing. Thank you, Sil, for a wonderful experience, for the care and encouragement at the right moments." Florencia Gilletta - Bertran Volcano Expedition.
"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 Miñones - Bertran Volcano Expedition.
