16-day Triple Summit Expedition on Tres Cruces in Atacama, Chile

Situated in the Atacama Desert of northern Chile, the triple-peaked Tres Cruces is perhaps the most isolated mountain worth climbing in all of the Andes. Naturally, Tres Cruces is one of the less frequented mountaineering destinations in the region, but it has a lot to offer those eager to get away from it all. If you are willing to make the journey, you will be infinitely rewarded by Mother Nature here on Tres Cruces.

At 6750m, the South peak is the tallest. Tres Cruces’ South peak is also the second highest peak in Chile and the fifth highest in the Americas. Along with the Central (6629m) and North (6030m) peaks, Tres Cruces invites you to make a triple summit in one of the most unique places on Earth.

I must warn you that this expedition is not for everyone, however. The journey to the top of the Tres Cruces’ peaks is demanding and requires a high level of physical fitness. While we will gradually acclimate to the altitude during our first days together, only intermediate and advanced level mountaineers should sign up for this trip.

In addition to making a triple summit on Tres Cruces, we will also explore the other highlights of the Nevado Tres Cruces National Park. We will visit the Santa Rosa and Negro Francisco Lagoons, as well as the the Lamas River. We will also make ascents on Redondo Colorado (4180m), Cornisa (4860m) and Laguna (4960m) in preparation for our triple ascent on Tres Cruces.

You can find the complete itinerary for this trip below. As always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me.

They say good things come in threes, and Tres Cruces is certainly no exception. Click on “Request to book” now for more information or to reserve your spot on this triple threat expedition.

I lead a few other expeditions here in the far north of Chile as well. You can join me on the Parinacota Volcano from March to October, or climb to the top the Llullaillaco, the highest archaeological site in the world, between August and December.