Ojos del Salado, Chile

18th-29th March 2024

Duration: 12 Days
Max elevation: 6,893m

Ojos del Salado is the highest volcano in the world, standing at 6,893 meters. It is located in the heart of the Chilean Andes, in a remote area within the spectacular Atacama Desert.

It offers a unique journey away from mass tourism. It can be considered the perfect trip for those who wish to challenge themselves at high altitudes, experience an expedition in a challenging environment, and to prepare for more difficult challenges.

The mountain will surprise you with the immensity and beauty of its landscapes. The country, and hospitality of its people, combined with this grandiose volcano, make it a truly remarkable experience.

Ojos del Salado, Chile

Highlights

01.

Ojos del Salado, the highest world's volcano has 6,893 meters

and it is located in the Chilean Andes

03.

Without technical difficulties

Perfect to challenge yourself in altitude

02.

Remote location in Atacama Desert

Far from the crowds

04.

Enjoy your last day at Bahía Inglesa

From the mountain to the beach!

Itinerary

Day 1. Copiapó-Laguna Santa Rosa (3,762m)

Upon arrival in Copiapó, we’ll be tranfered on a 2.5-hour 4×4 to Laguna Rosa. We’ll visit Maricunga Salt Flat and spend the night at the lagoon, surrounded by magnificent mountains.

Day 2. Laguna Santa Rosa

After breakfast, we will proceed to the charming village of Eli, which is the starting point for our trekking adventure at an elevation of 2200m at the foot of the mountain.

Here, the porters will take care of our equipment and transfer it to the camp using mules. In the afternoon, we will do a short ascent to acclimatize ourselves to the altitude.

Elevation gained: 2200m to 3200m

Day 3. Laguna Santa Rosa- Siete Hermanas (4,700m)- Lag. Santa Rosa

We will continue the acclimatization process by ascending the mountain and then descending back to sleep at the Laguna.

Day 4. Lag. Santa Rosa- Laguna Verde (4,340m)

Transfer to Laguna Verde, it will take us 1.5 h by road.

Day 5. Acclimatization at Laguna Verde
Day 6. Laguna Verde- Ascenso Volcán San Francisco (6,030m)- Lag. Verde

From Camp 1, we will return to Dogubeyazit. Today, we will visit the magnificent Ishak Pasha Palace, sitting at the highest point of a rock. The ruins of this castle-fortress complex are an impressive cultural relic of the region.

In the afternoon, we offer you the opportunity for one last excursion. On the mountain flank of Mount Tendürek Dağ, you will find the second-largest crater in the world. It is believed that the legendary Noah’s Ark was found here.

We will celebrate our achievements with a Turkish dinner.

Day 7. Acclimatization at Laguna Verde

In case of bad weather, a day is reserved to ensure more chances to summit.

Day 8. Lag. Verde- Refugio de Atacama (5,200m)- Refugio Tejos (5,500m)- Laguna Verde

Transfer to the international airport and return home, filled with achievements, memories, and adventures..

Day 9. Rest day at Laguna Verde

Transfer to the international airport and return home, filled with achievements, memories, and adventures..

Day 10. Lag. Verde- Tejos Hut (5.825m)

Transfer to the international airport and return home, filled with achievements, memories, and adventures..

Day 11. Tejos Hut- Ojos del Salado Summit (6,893m)- Laguna Verde

Transfer to the international airport and return home, filled with achievements, memories, and adventures..

Day 12. Transfer to Copiapó

Transfer to the international airport and return home, filled with achievements, memories, and adventures..

Ojos del Salado total cost for just AED 11650 | 2995 euros

Cost

INCLUDES

  • High altitude tents (2-3 people)
  • Equipped dining tent
  • Certified local guide, assistant guide, Spanish team coordinator, cook
  • All meals included during the mountain expedition
  • Complete first aid kit
  • Auxiliary oxygen in case of emergency
  • Private transportation in equipped 4×4 vehicles
  • one night in a hotel in Copiapó
  • Farewell dinner
  • GPS, radios, and satellite phones ($2,000 per minute used)
  • Group technical equipment (rope, harness, ATC or Grigri, cords, and carabiners)
  • Photography service
  • Accommodation Double room hotel accommodation in Dogubeyazit (2 nights) and Istanbul (1 night). 4 nights in a double tent during the trekking ($15 extra per night for single tent accommodation).
  • Equipment list, training advice, travel recommendations, and personalized attention.
  • Portering.
Cost

EXCLUDES

  • International Flights
  • Entry Visa if needed
  • Evacuation or rescue: Due to emergencies (rescue, evacuation, helicopters, mediation, medical tests, and hospitalization costs).
  • Additional nights: In case of unforeseen circumstances or if you decide to extend your stay in Istanbul for leisure purposes.
  • International and domestic flights.
  • Nights in Santiago
  • Visa, if necessary depending on nationality
  • Personal technical equipment. Possibility to rent
  • Meals and dinners outside the expedition (except farewell dinner)
  • Mountain insurance.
  • Any other expenses not mentioned in the included section.

We provide assistance when booking domestic flights and hotels in Santiago, as well as prices for the complete package in case you prefer Thin Air to handle the corresponding reservations.

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