Ojos del Salado Volcano (6893 mts)
Ojos del Salado Volcano (6893 mts)
Atacama
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The highest volcano in the world.
Nevado Ojos del Salado is a stratovolcano located on the border between Chile and Argentina. At 6,893 meters it is the highest volcano in the world and the second peak in the southern and western hemispheres, only surpassed by Aconcagua.
This gigantic volcanic complex is located east of Copiapó (Atacama) and west of Fiambalá (Catamarca). Its main block culminates in 3 peaks. The highest summit ends in two rocky towers of equal altitude, these two maximum levels of the Main Peak are called: West tower and East tower, known as the Chilean summit and the Argentine summit.
In this expedition we will ascend the Chilean route.
This Volcano is located in the great Atacama Desert, in an extremely arid and desert area of the Andes, surrounded by many volcanoes and hills over 6,000 meters high, which makes this place undoubtedly earn the name of the “Route of the six thousand”.
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These ascents are ideal for people with good physical condition, experience in high mountains (+5000m), good will and the ability to adapt to the environment.
Personalized attention and all services
This personalized proposal considers all services so you only have to worry about acclimatizing and achieving your goals.
You can hire only the guidance service, using your vehicle and logistics. If this is the case, please contact us to request the price.
Details
Details
Fecha: March, 10 to 21 | Special dates can be agreed, please contact us.
Meeting place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (10am).
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medical fitness with stress ergometry | Good physical condition | Previous experience in high altitude mountaineering (+5000m).
Group Min / Ratio: 2 people / 1 Guide| 4 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.
- 30/50 liter backpack for personal items during activity.
- Backpack or nylon cover to waterproof the trekking backpack.
- Trekking poles.
- Leggings.
- Climbing helmet (with size adjustment).
- Mountain boots with semi-rigid or rigid soles.
- Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
- Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
- Headlamp. Replacement batteries.
- In case of adverse wheather or snow forecast
- Crampons.
- Double Boots
- Ice axe (winter conditions)
- 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 crocks (for resting in the shelter).
- Two pairs of thin socks.
- 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.
Rest, in the afternoon we will visit the "San Francisco" lagoon or the hot springs again. Free afternoon to rest.
4:30am, transfer to the base of the San Francisco Volcano (5100 masl). 5:30am start of the high altitude trekking. Approximate time of return to Las Grutas, 4:00 pm. The conditions of the group will be evaluated at all times because it is a long day. All decisions will be made based on this.
Around midday, we will depart for the Chilean border crossing (Maricunga). We will complete the necessary formalities and return to Laguna Verde.
Laguna Verde is located a few kilometers from the border with Argentina. Its turquoise waters and surrounding landscape are incredible. This place serves as a spot for acclimatization and rest. Around the lagoon, we can find hot springs.
Free afternoon to enjoy the area.
Services: Contingency shelter or tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Laguna Verde is located a few kilometers from the border with Argentina. Its turquoise waters and surrounding landscape are incredible. This place serves as a spot for acclimatization and rest. Around the lagoon, we can find hot springs.
Free afternoon to enjoy the area.
Services: Contingency shelter or tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
4x4 transfer. Camp setup. Hydration, dinner and overnight stay.
Trekking to Refugio Tejos (5820m), return to CB Atacama. Today we will take advantage of the ascent to aid the process of acclimatization to the altitude.
4x4 transfer to Tejos Refuge, from where we will begin our summit attempt (12 to 16 hours of activity).
The group's condition will be assessed continuously due to the long day. All decisions will be made based on this assessment.
Return to Atacama Camp.
Services: Contingency huts or tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Return to Atacama Camp.
Services: Contingency huts or tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Descent to the vehicle, transfer to Chilean customs for departure formalities. Transfer to Fiambalá. End of services.
An extra day can be used in case of adverse weather or for rest. If not needed, the expedition ends on day 11.
Included Services:
- Accommodation:
- Fiambalá: Shared cabin, night before the expedition begins, day 7 (if the itinerary considers that), and the final day.
- Cortaderas Hotel: Beds with linens, shared rooms with the group with private bathrooms.
- High Mountain Tents or Contingency Huts - subject to availability.
- Meals:
- Fiambalá: Arrival and departure nights: Menu included in the price.
- Hosteria / On the mountain: Breakfast, Box Lunch, afternoon snack, Dinner. 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, fuel, 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 in every way, great organization. The two experiences I had with Sil, one in Bolivia and now in Catamarca, demonstrate her level of commitment to clients, with whom we ended up becoming friends. Thank you, Sil, for supporting me and always encouraging me to do better." - Gustavo B., Bolivia Classic - Ojos del Salado Volcano Expedition (6893m).
"Amazing first experience. Cerro del Plata, 5968 meters above sea level, 7 days to reach the summit, halfway there. A great learning experience, a great challenge for body and mind. A big thank you to my mom Sil @andesxtadventures and to my summit companions for teaching me and sharing their experience with so much patience." Juan M., Cerro Plata Expedition.
