Ojos del Salado, the highest volcano in the world.
Nevado Ojos del Salado is a stratovolcano located on the border between Chile and Argentina. At 6893 meters it is the highest volcano in the world and the second peak in the southern and western hemispheres, only surpassed by Aconcagua.
This gigantic volcanic complex is located east of Copiapó (Atacama) and west of Fiambalá (Catamarca). Its main block culminates in 3 peaks. The highest summit ends in two rocky towers of equal altitude, these two maximum levels of the Main Peak are called: West tower and East tower, known as the Chilean summit and the Argentine summit.
In this expedition we will ascend the Chilean route.
This Volcano is located in the great Atacama Desert, in an extremely arid and desert area of the Andes, surrounded by many volcanoes and hills over 6,000 meters high, which makes this place undoubtedly earn the name of the “Route of the six thousand”.
Personalized attention and all the services
This personalized proposal considers all 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.
If you do not have an ascent plan (+6000mts) before this expedition, you can opt for a limited 12-day version:
Expedition to Ojos del Salado Volcano (6893mts).
Details
Details
Next dates: To be agreed from December to April.
Meeting place: Copiapó airport, Chile.
Ending place: Inn at Copiapó airport, Chile.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Verifiable prior acclimatization to +6000m | Medical fitness with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Min Group / Ratio: 1 people / 1 Guide| 3 PAX.
Gear List: is provided at the time of booking.
Plan your travel for the day after the expedition ends, as there may be delays en route to Copiapó.
Meeting place: Copiapó airport, Chile.
Ending place: Inn at Copiapó airport, Chile.
Difficulty: Moderate / High.
Requirements: Verifiable prior acclimatization to +6000m | Medical fitness with stress ergometry | Good physical condition.
Min Group / Ratio: 1 people / 1 Guide| 3 PAX.
Gear List: is provided at the time of booking.
Plan your travel for the day after the expedition ends, as there may be delays en route to Copiapó.
Pick up at Copiapó airport, transfer to Bahia Inglesa, overnight in a private cabin shared with the guide.
Free afternoon to enjoy the pacific ocean view, rest, hydrate and prepare for the next day.
Services: Cabin, dinner.
Free afternoon to enjoy the pacific ocean view, rest, hydrate and prepare for the next day.
Services: Cabin, dinner.
The travel to Laguna Verde will take us from 5 to 6hs. Laguna Verde is located a few kilometers from the border with Argentina. Its turquoise waters and surrounding landscape are incredible. This place serves as a spot for acclimatization and rest. Around the lagoon, we can find hot springs.
Free afternoon to enjoy the area.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Free afternoon to enjoy the area.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Starting from Laguna Verde we will do a trekking to Mulas Muertas Mt. Once arrived to its summit we will enjoy the view to Laguna Verde and we will take between 30 minutes and 1 hour (depending on weather conditions) for lunch and rest. Return to Laguna Verde. Rest of the day to facilitate the adaptation process to the altitude and enjoy the Hot Springs.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
4:30am, transfer to the base of the San Francisco Volcano (4700m). 5:30am start of the high altitude trekking. Approximate time of return to Laguna Verde, 4:00 pm. 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.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
4x4 transfer. Camp setup. Hydration, dinner and overnight stay.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Trekking to Refugio Tejos (5820m), return to CB Atacama. Today we will take advantage of the ascent to aid the process of acclimatization to the altitude.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
4x4 transfer to Tejos Refuge, from where we will begin our summit attempt (12 to 16 hours of activity).
The group's condition will be assessed continuously due to the long day. All decisions will be made based on this assessment.
Return to Atacama Camp. Return to Atacama basecamp and Laguna Verde.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Return to Atacama Camp. Return to Atacama basecamp and Laguna Verde.
Services: high mountain tents, breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, dinner.
Transfer to Copiapó. End of Services.
Services: Simple Inn | breakfast, packed lunch.
Services: Simple Inn | breakfast, packed lunch.
- Accommodation:
- Bahía Inglesa: Shared cabin, day 1.
- Copiapó: Private room in an Inn the last night.
- High Mountain Tents or Contingency Huts - subject to availability.
- Meals:
- 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.
- Mineral water for the activity days.
- Group kitchen equipment, heaters, fuel, cooking utensils, table, and chairs.
- Safety:
- Professional Guide EPGAMT, WFR / Assistant as applicable.
- Insurance: Civil Liability.
- Satellite Communication
- First Aid Kit, VHF Communication.
- Use of medical oxygen in case of emergencies.
- Logistics:
- Entrance registration for the mountain area in Chile
- Round trip transfer in a private 4x4 vehicle from Copiapó.
- Off-road transfer to the mountain. Altitude subject to terrain conditions and accessibility.
- Personalized:
- Specialized personalized pre-trip assistance.
- Advice on equipment rental or purchase.
- Small groups.
The informal lunch consists of empanadas or snacks. Special options are considered due to health restrictions.
- High-quality photography without a watermark.
- Drone Photography / Video.
- Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.
"Excellent in every way, great organization. The two experiences I had with Sil, one in Bolivia and now in Catamarca, demonstrate her level of commitment to clients, with whom we ended up becoming friends. Thank you, Sil, for supporting me and always encouraging me to do better." - Gustavo B., Bolivia Classic - Ojos del Salado Volcano Expedition (6893m).
"Dear compatriots, instead of heading to the Andes with one of our agencies, do it with Silvina. I promise you a different dimension of adventure with a determined, experienced, and strong woman from Argentina." Michal E. (Poland), Expedición Ojos del Salado.
