Pissis Volcano (6795mts)
Pissis Volcano (6795mts)
'The white summit of the Puna' | Third summit in America
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Pissis Volcano: glaciers and amazing lagoons.
The valley of six thousand in Catamarca is the place where there is the largest population of mountains of more than 6000 and 6500 meters high.
The Pissis Volcano has the 3rd highest peak in America, which reaches 6795 meters. It is located between the provinces of La Rioja and Catamarca.
Its glaciers and spectacular lagoons ensure a unique experience.
An expedition to Mount Pissis is a pure mountaineering experience where it is common not to coincide with other people.
If you have experience in the mountains and want to improve yourself in a unique experience, this is your opportunity.
Dear compatriots, instead of heading to the Andes with one of our agencies, do it with Silvina. I promise you a different dimension of adventure with a determined, experienced, and strong woman from Argentina.
Michal E. (Polonia)
Ojos del Salado Volcano Expedition (6893m) - Chile
Details
Details
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Dirigido a:
- Personas con experiencia previa en montañismo +5700 mts.
- Que posean buena condición física y de salud.
- Capacidad psicológica de adaptación al entorno agreste y al grupo.
¿Qué nos diferencia?
- Grupos reducidos y trato personalizado.
- Solo te preocupas por entrenar y llevar tu equipo personal.
Requisitos:
- Admisión con entrevista.
- Apto médico con ergometría de esfuerzo
Exigencia:
Alta. Implica caminar con mochila en terreno inestable por senderos, pedreros o manto níveo.Ratio:
1 Guía cada 2 personas.Grupo Mínimo:
2 personas.Dates:
January 17th to 31stFor other dates, please contact us via WhatsApp.
Starting point:
Fiambalá, Catamarca.Difficulty:
High physical and psychological demand.Duration:
15 days / 14 nights.
Itinerary Itinerary
9:00 AM: Meeting in Fiambalá.
9:30 AM: 4x4 transfer to Hostería Cortaderas.
2:00 PM: Trekking at Cerro Cortaderas.
Services: Shared rooms (with the group), beds with linens, and private bathroom | Meals: Box-Lunch, Afternoon snack.
9:00 AM: Breakfast. Trip to Las Grutas. Setting up camp.
Services: High-mountain tents or mountain hut (subject to availability). | Meals: Breakfast, Box-Lunch, Dinner.
Services: High-mountain tents or mountain hut (subject to availability). | Meals: Breakfast, Box-Lunch, Dinner.
8:00 AM: Breakfast. 10:00 AM: Ascent of Cerro Falso Morocho.
Activity: 6 hours | Ascent: 500 meters | Distance: 9 km.
Services: Accommodation: High-mountain tents. | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Afternoon snack, Dinner.
9:00 AM: 4x4 transfer for the approach. 10:00 AM: Ascent of Bertran Volcano
Duration: 8 hours | Ascent: 750 meters | Distance: 9 km.
Services: Accommodation: High-mountain tents. | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Afternoon snack, Dinner.
A day off to rest and prepare for the next challenge.
Accommodation: High-altitude tents or mountain refuge | Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner.
4:00 AM: 4x4 transfer to San Francisco Volcano. Ascent of San Francisco Volcano.
Activity: 12 hours | Ascent: 1,200 m | Distance: 12 km.
Services: High-altitude tents | Meals: Breakfast | Lunch (box lunch) | Dinner.
11:00 AM: Return to Fiambalá.
Services: 4x4 transfer. Cabin shared with the group. | Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
9:00 AM: Journey from Fiambalá to the base of Mount Pissis.
Setting up the base camp.
Services: High-mountain tents. | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Afternoon snack, Dinner.
10:00 AM: Carrying gear to the camping area (5,100 m), return to base camp.
Services: High-mountain tents. | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Afternoon snack, Dinner.
10hs: Ascenso y estadía en el campo 1, armado de carpas y descanso.
Services: High-mountain tents. | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Afternoon snack, Dinner.
Load carry to the camping area (5,800m), return to Camp 1.
Services: High-altitude tents. | Meals: breakfast, box-lunch, dinner.
10:00 AM: Trek to Camp 2. Setting up camp.
Services: High-altitude tents. | Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.
3:00 AM: Summit attempt day (12 to 16 hours of activity).
Return to Camp 2 (C2), if possible; dismantle camp and descend to Camp 1 (C1).
Services: High-altitude tents. | Meals: Breakfast, box-lunch, dinner.
Descent to the vehicle, transfer to Fiambalá.
Services: Cabin shared with the group. | Meals: breakfast, box-lunch, dinner.
To be considered in the event of bad weather or the need for a rest day.
If not used, the expedition concludes on Day 14.
Silvina is one of those people who turn a trip into a unique experience.
She is organized, clear, and always attentive, yet approachable in a way that makes you feel at ease from day one. Throughout the eight-day expedition to the San Francisco Volcano, she attended to every detail and was there whenever I needed her.
It is clear that she loves what she does, and that passion shines through in every location, every explanation, and every decision.
It wasn't just an expedition, but a group experience that changes the way you view the mountains.
Diego S.
San Francisco Volcano Expedition (6016m) - Argentina
Images from our expeditions
What is included?
Accommodation
- Fiambalá: Shared cabin—the night before the expedition begins, Day 7, and the final day.
- Hostería Cortaderas: Beds with linens; shared rooms with private bathrooms.
- High-altitude tents or emergency shelters—subject to availability.
Meals
- Fiambalá: Arrival night (day prior) and conclusion: menu included in the cost.
- Hostel / Mountain: Breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, trail snacks, dinner (menu included in the cost).
- Mineral water during the stay.
- Group cooking equipment, stoves, fuel, cooking utensils, table, and chairs. The packed lunch contains sandwiches, a sweet treat, fruit, and an isotonic drink.
The informal lunch consists of empanadas or 'picadas'.
Professional Guides
- EPGAMT-certified professional guide with WFR certification.
- Assistant guide (if applicable).
- Specialized, personalized pre-trip assistance.
- Advice on renting or purchasing mountain gear.
Communication
First Aid
- Satellite communication.
- VHF communication.
- First aid kit.
- Use of medical oxygen in emergencies. >
Insurance
- Personal Accidents.
- Civil Liability.
4x4 Transfers and Logistics
- Round-trip transfer in a private 4x4 vehicle from Fiambalá.
- Off-road approach to the mountain; altitude reached depends on terrain conditions and accessibility.
- Mountain area entry registration at Paso San Francisco.
- Small groups.
Not Included
Personal Gear
- Personal gear.
- Technical gear for personal use.
- Included pre-trip advice applies to cases where gear is purchased or rented in advance. It is available from the moment of booking.
- We can provide rental gear if booked in advance.
See required gear below.
Additional Expenses
- Breakfast of 'Day 1'
- Personal clothing / personal gear.
- Dinner at the inn (only the breakfast is included).
- Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Meals in Fiambalá on rest days, as well as the day before and the day after the activity concludes.
- Drinks.
- Round trip from Catamarca to Fiambalá (325km).
- Access fee to 'Balcón del Pissis' road (if applicable).
- 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:
Photography - Video
Special meals
- High-quality photography without a watermark.
- Drone Photography / Video.
- Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.
- A guide per person or a guide assistant - when the size of the group is small and it is not included in the services.
Awesome first experience. Cerro del Plata, 5968 masl, 7 days to reach the summit, halfway there. Great learning experience, great challenge for body and mind. Great mom @andesxtadventures and my summit companions for teaching me and sharing their experience with all their patience.
Juan M.
Plata Mt. Expedition (5968m) - Argentina
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Pissis Volcano
Catamarca - Argentina
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