Monte Pissis (6795mts)
Monte Pissis (6795mts)
Valle de los Seismiles
Your next challenge...
Your next challenge...
Your next challenge...
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 Vn. Pissis 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.
You can opt out for a limited 7-day version:
San Francisco Volcano Climb (6016mts).
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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.
Details
Details
Next Dates: December 1 to 15 | March 14 to 28 | Other dates to be agreed for groups of 2 PAX.
Meeting place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (10am).
Ending place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (10am).
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medically qualified with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Min Group / Ratio: 2 PAX / 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.
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Rest day to facilitate the adaptation process to the altitude. Visit to the "Blue Lagoon" Hot Springs.
Rest day to facilitate the adaptation process to the altitude. Visit to the "Blue Lagoon" Hot Springs.
4x4 approach at 4650 meters. Ascent to the summit of Bertran Volcano. Return to 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.
This day, if possible, we will visit Laguna Verde in Chile. This activity is subject to access permits available at the border.
Laguna Verde is located a few kilometers from the Argentine border. Its turquoise waters and the surrounding landscape are incredible. This place serves as a place to acclimatize and rest. Around the lagoon, we can find hot springs. The rest of the day is free to recharge and prepare for the next day.
Services: Emergency shelter or tents, breakfast, boxed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Laguna Verde is located a few kilometers from the Argentine border. Its turquoise waters and the surrounding landscape are incredible. This place serves as a place to acclimatize and rest. Around the lagoon, we can find hot springs. The rest of the day is free to recharge and prepare for the next day.
Services: Emergency shelter or tents, breakfast, boxed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
4x4 transfer. Camp set-up. Hydration, dinner, and rest at overnight stay.
Carrying to the camping area (5,800 meters), we return to Camp 1.
This day we will take advantage of the ascent to facilitate the process of adapting to the altitude.
This day we will take advantage of the ascent to facilitate the process of adapting to the altitude.
Trekking to Camp 2. Camp set up, and the rest of the day is spent resting and preparing for the summit attempt.
Services: Overnight in tents, breakfast, boxed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Services: Overnight in tents, breakfast, boxed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Summit attempt day (12 to 16 hours of activity).
The group's condition will be assessed at all times due to the long day. All decisions will be made based on this. Return to C2, if possible, dismantle camp, and descend to C1.
Descent to the vehicle, transfer to Fiambalá. End of services.
If not used, the expedition ends on the 13th.
Services Included
- Professional guide with Catamarca certification / Assistant, as applicable.
- Meals: Breakfast, Box Lunch, Dinner. From lunch on day 1 to breakfast on the last day.
- Transportation by private 4x4 vehicle from downtown Fiambalá.
- Off-road approach transfer to Vn. Bertrán (4650 m) and Vn. San Francisco (5100 m), and Vn. Pissis (4500 m).
- Hostel (1N), bare beds | High-mountain tents | Emergency shelters - subject to availability.
- Kitchen items and utensils for groups. Table/Chairs.
- Insurance: Personal Accident - Civil Liability.
- First Aid Kit, VHF and Satellite Communication.
- Use of medical oxygen in case of emergencies.
- Entry registration for the mountain area.
- Specialized personalized assistance prior to the trip.
- Advice on renting or purchasing equipment.
Services Not Included
- Clothing/Personal Gear.
- Meals/Drinks at the Cortaderas/Fiambalá Inn.
- Meals during the hike/meals outside the mountain itinerary.
- Drinks.
- Transport outside the mountain itinerary.
- Other extras not specified in the program.
- Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
- Rescue and evacuation expenses.
"Excellent in every way, well-organized. The two experiences I had with Sil, one in Bolivia and now in Catamarca, demonstrate his commitment to clients who have become our friends.
Thank you, Sil, for supporting me and always encouraging me to do more." Gustavo B., Classic Bolivia - Incahuasi Volcano Expedition (6638 m).
"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., Cerro Plata Expedition.
