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6 x 6,000m peaks in the Andes of northern Chile, from base camp at Laguna Verde

6 x 6,000m peaks in the Andes of northern Chile, from base camp at Laguna Verde | Chile

Enjoy a thrilling 13 day climbing expedition with ACGM certified mountain guide Adolfo that will take you to the tops of no less than six incredible summits in Chile, including San Francisco, Fraile, Barrancas Blancas, Vicunas, Ermitano and Penas Blancas.

Group

Andes

13 Days

Jan - Apr, Nov, Dec

High

Intermediate


Highlights

* Enjoy a 13-day climbing trip in the Andes of Chile to no less than 6 summits.

* Scale some truly incredible volcanoes, including Vicunas and San Francisco.

* Relax in the base camp at beautiful Laguna Verde.

Description

The only thing better than climbing one amazing volcano in the Andes is climbing many. And, on this 13-day expedition, you will get to climb no less than 6 incredible volcanoes in Chile.

The six volcanoes you will be scaling during this unforgettable adventure include the following.

  • San Francisco (6.020m)
  • Fraile (6,080m)
  • Barrancas Blancas (6,118m)
  • Vicunas (6,060m)
  • Ermitano (6,060m)
  • Penas Blancas (6,056m)

Each one of these volcanoes represents a spectacular climbing experience. Each volcano will provide you with its own set of majestic views. And, since these peaks are not as popular as other, larger, nearby peaks, like the Ojos del Salado (6,893m), you won’t have to worry about crowds. Instead, you will get to enjoy not just the sheer enormity of these volcanoes, but the tranquility and peace they offer.

Our base camp throughout this trip is located at the beautiful Laguna Verde (4,300m). Every volcano is near the area, and each climb will take approximately 4 to 7 hours. And, at the end of each climbing day, we will return to the camp. There will also be some rest days at the camp as well. Hence, giving you plenty of time to regain your strength and relax in the soothing hot springs, while also properly acclimatizing.

An additional highlight during this trip is a day-long visit to the stunning Laguna Santa Rosa (3,700m).

Since the climbs of each volcano will only cover approximately 1,000 meters of elevation, you don’t have to be an expert mountaineer to enjoy this trip. However, you should be in good physical condition.

If you want to climb a number of amazing peaks in the Andes of Chile, this is the trip for you. To enjoy this amazing adventure, just send me a request.

Would you like to climb one of the highest and most mythical peaks in Chile? Then come and join me on this 9-day expedition to the summit of Llullaillaco.

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Snacks

- Transportation start and back

- Transport during the trip

- Luggage transfer

- Permit and entrance fees

- Drinks

- Clean drinkable water

- Mountain guide expenses

- Rope

- Harness

- Helmet

- Crampons

- Ice axe

- Avalanche equipment

- Belay and rappel devices

- Quickdraws

- Camping equipment tents

Price details

Please contact if you need extra equipment or clothes.


Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival from Santiago – Copiapó. Pick-up at the airport, drop-off at hotel

Day 2: Drive to Laguna Santa Rosa (3,750 m – 12,303 ft). Double shared tents.

Day 3: Climb of 7 Hermanos Mountain (4,850 m – 15,912 ft), acclimatization trek. Return to camp

Day 4: Drive towards the Laguna Verde, base camp. Double shared tents.

Day 5: Climb to summit of San Francisco Volcano (6,020m)

Day 6: Climb of the Volcano San Francisco (6,018 m - 17,744 ft), L. Verde.

Day 7: Climb of the Volcano Tres Cruces Norte (6,030 m - 19,783 ft), L. Verde.

Day 8: Rest day in base camp and hot springs.

Day 9: Climb of the Volcano Vicuñas (6,067 m - 19,904 ft), L. Verde.

Day 10: Climb of the Volcano Barrancas Blancas (6,118 m - 20,072 ft), L. Verde.

Day 11: Rest day in base camp and hot springs.

Day 12: Climb of the Volcano Peñas Blancas (6,030 m - 19,083 ft), L. Verde.

Day 13: Climb of the Volcano Ermitaño (6,180 m - 20,275 ft), L. Verde.

Day 14: Return to Copiapó - Hotel.

Day 15: Return to Santiago. Drive to Copiapó airport. End of the services of AndesContact.

 

About the guide

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Adolfo

For more than 20 years I have worked as a guide in Chile. Join me and I´ll be able to show you the wonderful spots that the Andes offer to those who share my passion for big mountains.

I live in Santiago de Chile, the Chilean capital, where there are many options for high altitude ascents, even over 6,000 meters, in close proximity to the city. I also regularly organize trips to the Chilean Altiplano, where there are many mountains over 6000 meters. However, the main attraction of these trips is to witness the intensity and loneliness of the Atacama Desert.

I would love to have the opportunity to share these magical moments with you and help you achieve your goals and dreams.

Languages

English


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