Chile - Ojos del Salado Expedition (17 days)
Located in the Norte Chico (Little North), close to the Argentinean border, the soaring snow capped cone of Ojos del Salado (6893m) provides an unmistakable backdrop on the vast Andean altiplano. For the local people the volcano is regarded in awe, while for the well prepared trekker the opportunity of climbing the world's highest volcano (and the second highest peak in the Americas) is equally compelling.
An inspiring trek through the dramatic canyons and atop the volcanic cones of the Atacama region will provide ideal preparation and acclimatisation for our climb of Ojos del Salado. Whilst the climb is not technical, the final stages of the ascent involves some easy rock scrambling and an excellent level of fitness is required. From the summit we will be rewarded with stunning views of nearby volcanic cones and the vast expanse of the altiplano below.
- DAY 1: Join Santiago
- DAY 2: Fly to Calama, drive to San Pedro de Atacama, trek in Salty Mountain Range
- DAY 3: Trek via canyon to San Bartolo
- DAY 4: Trek to Rio Grande
- DAY 5: Trekking in the Altiplano, drive to El Tatio Geysers
- DAY 6: Return to San Pedro, transfer to Lascar Base Camp
- DAY 7: Ascend Lascar (5592m)
- DAY 8: To Salar de Atacama
- DAY 9: Drive to Taltal
- DAY 10: To Altiplano
- DAY 11: To Lagoon Verde
- DAYS 12/15: Climb of Ojos del Salado
- DAY 16: Return to Caldera
- DAY 17: Free day on the beach. Fly to Santiago where trip concludes
Operated by World Expeditions
Departures: March & November only
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