The Central Volcanic Zone in western South America forms one of the major volcanic neighbourhoods along the Andes. The high rising Ojos del Salado is home here, which at 6,893 meters is the world’s highest active volcano, as well as being the second highest mountain in both the Western and Southern Hemisphere, peaked only slightly by Aconcagua (6,961 meters).

Rich and rugged environment

The landscape that surround the giant mountains and stratovolcanoes are home to unique environments. It’s punctuated with green lagoons, volcanoes that at times can be covered in snow even in the summer, and vast desert that rolls beyond the eye can see. This picture-perfect country is also home to flocks of flamingos, coots, ducks and foxes that populate the lands and wander among the high altitude territory.

Rewarding challenges

Chile is home to naturally challenging terrain that forms a high and rocky border with Argentina. Its territory provides spectacular beauty that requires a lot of effort to capture some of the most unforgettable rewards of mountain climbing. Mountain climbing here demands strong levels of fitness and previous climbing experience. And once you reach the peaks, you’ll capture breathtaking views of the Andes.

Rewarding challenges

Volcanic neighbourhood

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Chile forms a curious long and narrow strip that is squeezed between the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Andean mountains to the east. The country is 2,653 miles long, yet just 110 miles wide on average. Chile borders Peru and Bolivia to the north and northeast, while to the east it borders Argentina, with which it shares much of the Andes. To the south of Chile lies the Drake Passage. Its extreme length creates a deep diversity of climates and terrain, with the mountains playing a prominent role.

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What's the weather like?

The mountains of Chile receive temperatures that are much cooler than other regions of the country, as well as experiencing a windy and dry climate.

Language

Spanish.

Currency

Chilean peso.

Country code

+56.

Best time to visit

Visit between December and March for quality mountain climbing conditions.

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Mountain Climbing in Chile

Scale the smoky Andean summits and dramatic rock formations of Chile

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Summer or winter adventures in Argentina and Chile

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Cerro El Plomo (5424m), 4-day ascent in the Andes, near Santiago

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Almirante Nieto Peak (2670 m) guided ascent

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Ojos del Salado guided ascent in 12 days

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Guided climbing program to San Jose Volcano

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Central Andes Climb Expedition

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Cajon del Maipo, Chile, 2 Day Guided Mountaineering

Cierro Almirante Nieto, 10 Day Guided Expedition

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Las Peinetas, 2-day Winter mountaineering ascent with ice climbing near Pucón

3-day Winter mountaineering ascent on Puntiagudo, near Pucón

Winter mountaineering on Cerro Pantojo, 3-day ascent near Pucón

3-day North Tower Climb in the Torres del Paine National Park, near Puerto Natales

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Cerro Pantojo 3 day climbing adventure

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