2-day Lanin volcano (3,776m) summit in Patagonia, Argentina
Come with AAGM certified mountain guide Gabriel on this 2-day program and reach the summit of the iconic Lanin Volcano in Patagonia.
Private
Andes
2 Days
Jan - May, Sep - Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Reach the summit of the stunning Lanin Volcano.
- Spend the night at the BIM mountain hut.
- Contemplate incredible views of the Andes from up above.
Description
Lanin volcano, with a summit standing at 3,776 m (12,390 ft) above sea level, is one of the tallest volcanoes in Patagonia. It is located in the Lanin National Park. The access to the peak is surrounded by an araucaria forest, that is located near the Chilean International Pass, “Mamui Malal” and the closest town to the trailhead is Junin de Los Andes. The name of the volcano comes from an old Mapuchian word that means “The Dead Rock”.
This volcano is for mountaineering beginners. It’s a perfect entryway to discover the Andes, due to its aesthetic value, its challenging snowy slopes and its 360º panoramic views from the summit.
Would you like to look at the world from the top of the Lanin Volcano? Get in touch with me by sending a request to book your place. We’ll start discussing all the details of the program right away.
Price includes
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Personal insurance
- Helmet
- Crampons
- Ice axe
Price details
- Technical equipment included.
Meeting point
Itinerary
Day 1: Lanin Volcano Base - BIM refuge
On the first day, we’ll start at the base of the volcano early in the morning and start a 5-hour walk to the Refugio BIM, located at 2,300 meters. Upon arrival, we’ll eat lunch together and contemplate the beautiful sights all around us. We’ll spend the rest of the afternoon and evening resting and relaxing in preparation for the next day. You can spend the night outside in a tent or inside the mountain hut, depending on your preferences.
Distance: 7 kilometers.
Time: 4-5 hours.
Day 2: Summit Day
The second day of the program will be a long but rewarding one! We’ll start with an energetic breakfast and begin our journey towards the summit. We’ll face an elevation gain of 1,500 meters and we’ll spend around 6-8 hours climbing. On the way back down, we’ll have lunch once again at the hut before heading back down to the base.
Distance: 5 kilometers.
Time: 10-12 hours.
Details
More info
• Trekking backpack, of good quality in good condition. Between 60 and 80 liters (16 to 21 gallons) of capacity. • Mountaineering boots, semi-stiff footwear, waterproof and tried beforehand (It is very important that your boots are semi-stiff, waterproof, and broken in from previous use). • A Sleeping bag of good quality rated for below zero temperatures. • Insulating mountaineering pad. • Technical jacket for mountaineering (no thermal padding) • Trousers overlay (no thermal padding). • 2 synthetic, long-sleeved thermal shirts. • 2 polar sweatshirts (a thin one and a thick one). • 1 pair of trekking trousers. • 2 pairs of trekking stockings (not cotton). • A sun hat and a winter hat. • Trekking scarf or bandanna. • Ski gloves and another pair of thin gloves. • Sandals or espadrilles for the campsite. • Front-facing torch (LED), with spare batteries. • Plastic water bottle (2 liters or half a gallon). • Sunglasses that offer 100% protection (A Mountaineering or Glacier model that blocks the sun rays from the sides • Personal Hygiene Items (baby wipes can be a useful addition) • A couple of trash bags, one standard and one with handles.
Equipment you will need to bring
Crampons
Ice axe
Helmet
Poles
About the guide
Gabriel
Mountain Guide
I was born in Buenos Aires, where my passion for travel and the mountains started to grow. This motivated me from a young age to explore the Andes
Mountain Range and almost all of Latin America, through treks, trips,
climbs and expeditions to discover new places and challenges.
I am a certified EPGAMT. My first job as a guide was at Los Glaciares National Park (El Chaltén – Santa Cruz). After that, I worked in the Aconcagua Province Park (Mendoza), Lanín National Park
(Neuquén) and Nahuel Huapi National Park (Río Negro), among other
places.
During the winter season, I am a ski instructor (certified by AADIDES ) and I have worked in Cerro Catedral since 2007.
In my free time, I enjoy backcountry skiing around the Argentinian and
Chilean Patagonia. I also enjoy skiing and spending time with my kids.
Languages
English
Certificates
EPGAMT | AAGM
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