Incahuasi Volcano (6638 mts)

Tenth highest mountain in the America continent | Third highest Inca shrine

Incahuasi volcano, the third highest Inca shrine in the world.

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.
Incahuasi comes from the Quechua, "Inka wasi" and translates as "House of the Inca", it is a stratovolcano on the Argentine-Chilean border. This high mountain expedition will take you to know one of the sacred mountains, the third highest Inca shrine in the world after the Llullaillaco volcano and Cerro Mercedario.
From its summit we will have an impressive view of its crater and the highest volcano and second summit in America: Ojos del Salado (6893m).
Personalized attention and all services

This personalized proposal it considers all the services so you only have to worry about acclimatizing and achieving your goals.

Addressed to:
  • People with mountaineering experience over 6000m.
  • People in excellent physical condition.
  • Those who understand the mountain environment, are willing to participate and adapt, and wish to share the experience in a group.
  • Involves walking on scree, snow, or ice. The use of crampons and descents via mountain scree are possible.
  • You can choose to book this experience for yourself if you do not wish to participate in a group.
Details Details
Next Date: 02 to 15 November | 13 to 25 March | Other dates to be agreed from December to April (minimum 2 passengers).
Meeting place: Fiambalá, Catamarca (10hs)
Ending place: Fiambalá (18hs).
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Medical certificate with stress test | Experience in mountaineering +6000m
Physical preparation and willpower.
Min group / Ratio: 2 people / 1 Guide| 4 PAX.
Gear list: It is delivered at the time of booking.
* Please consider arriving in Fiambalá the day before the expedition begins to complete the registration process for entering the mountain area. Plan your trip for the day after the expedition ends, as there may be delays en route to Fiambalá.

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).

After breakfast, we'll prepare to begin our trek to Cerro Coquena (4035m). Once we reach the summit, we'll take a break and enjoy the view, weather permitting. Return to the vehicle and the lodge.
9km - 630m elevation gain - 7 hours of activity.
Services: Inn with linens | Breakfast | Lunch (box lunch) | Snack.

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..

After breakfast, we will travel by private vehicle to the base of Bertran Volcano (4650m). We will then trek to the summit of the volcano, from where we will have a breathtaking view of its crater and the surrounding volcanoes: San Francisco (6016m) and Incahuasi (6640m). We will take between 30 minutes and 1 hour (depending on weather conditions) for lunch and rest. Return to Las Grutas.

Rest, in the afternoon we will visit the "San Francisco" lagoon or the hot springs again. Free afternoon to rest.

We will start the day very early, so after a light breakfast, at 4:30 am we will travel to the base of the San Francisco Volcano (4700 m). At 5:30 am we will begin the slow ascent towards its summit. Once there,if the weather allow us, we will take some time to rest before beginning the return to the vehicle and our base camp in Las Grutas. The approximate return time is 6:00 pm. The group's condition will be assessed at all times because it is a long day. All decisions will be made based on the health of the participants, with their well-being as the priority.

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.

Transfer to the base, setting up camp, carrying equipment and water to Camp 1. Upon returning we will enjoy a delicious dinner to rest later.
Activity: 3hrs | Ascent: 500m | Distance: 6km.

Carrying and setting up camp. Approximately 4 hours of activity.
Activity: 3hrs | Ascent: 400m | Distance: 6km.

Carrying equipment to Field 2. Return to Field 1. Dinner and Rest.
Activity: 5hrs | Ascent: 650mts | Distance: 4km.

Trekking to Camp 2, setting up camp. Overnight in C2. Approximately 6 hours of activity.
Activity: 5hrs | Ascent: 650mts | Distance: 4km.

This day we will try to summit. 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. Return to Camp 2 (5700 meters above sea level).
Activity: 1-4pm | Ascent: 938m | Distance: 6km.

Descent to the vehicle, transfer to Fiambalá. End of Services.

  • Accommodation:
    • Fiambalá: Shared cabin, night before the expedition begins, day 7 and the final day.
    • Cortaderas Hotel: Beds with linens, shared rooms with the group with private bathrooms.
    • High Mountain Tents or Contingency Huts - subject to availability.
  • Meals:
    • Fiambalá: Arrival and departure nights: Menu included in the price.
    • Hosteria / On the mountain: Breakfast, Box Lunch, afternoon snack, Dinner. From lunch on day 1 to lunch on the last day.
      • The box lunch includes sandwiches, pastries, fruit, and an isotonic drink.
      The informal lunch consists of empanadas or snacks. Special options are considered due to health restrictions.
    • Mineral water for the activity days.
    • Group kitchen gear, heaters, fuel, cooking utensils, table, and chairs.
  • Safety:
    • Professional Guide EPGAMT, WFR, licensed in Catamarca / Assistant as applicable.
    • Insurance: Personal Accident - Civil Liability.
    • Satellite Communication
    • First Aid Kit, VHF Communication.
    • Use of medical oxygen in case of emergencies.
  • Logistics:
    • Entrance registration for the mountain area at Paso San Francisco.
    • Round trip transfer in a private 4x4 vehicle from Fiambalá.
    • Off-road transfer to the mountain. Altitude subject to terrain conditions and accessibility.
  • Personalized:
    • Specialized personalized pre-trip assistance.
    • Advice on gear rental or purchase.
    • Small groups.

  • Breakfast of 'Day 1'
  • Personal clothing / personal gear.
  • Dinner at the inn.
  • Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
  • Drinks.
  • Round trip from Catamarca to Fiambalá (325km).
  • Access fee to 'Balcón del Pissis' road.
  • Access fee to the Fiambalá Hot Springs (if applicable).
  • Other extras not specified in the program.
  • Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
  • Rescue and evacuation expenses.

  • High-quality photography without a watermark.
  • Drone Photography / Video.
  • Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.

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"Fantastic experience!!! It was an unforgettable day because the snow-capped San Francisco volcano allowed us to visit its summit and because Andes Extreme Adventures made the difficult easier!! Thank you!", Marcelo Y., San Francisco Volcano Expedition (6016m).


"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., Huayna Potosí (6088m) - Incahuasi Volcano Expedition (6638mts).