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TREKKING AND CLIMBING TO THE MISTI VOLCANO $135 USD Per Person

Full Day Trekking To The Summit Of Active Volcano - 1 Day Tour

El Misti volcano (5825m) haves symmetrical cone of considerable scenic beauty, is located in southern Peru near of Arequipa city, the second largest city in the country, lies at the foot of El Misti in a fertile valley located 2400m above sea level. El Misti is a Quechua name, means the gentleman. El Misti volcano stands at 5825m and lies between the mountain Chachani (6075m) and the volcanoPichu Pichu (5669m), these impressive mountains, located northeast of Arequipa, are visible almost year-round, but especially during winter (April-December).
Misti has been active numerous times since historic records began. The last strong eruption of Misti is thought to have occurred between 1438 and 1471. Many other eruptions have been reported since the mid-15th century affected Inca inhabitants living near the volcano. The last eruption of this volcano was in 1870. Also the archaeologist found several Inca mummies near the crater. Most of the city's colonial buildings were constructed from El Misti's white volcanic stone (sillar).

The North Face Of Misti Volcan

TOUR ITINERARY OF HIKE AND CLIMB TO MISTI VOLCANO

At 11pm (midnight) you will collected from your hotel by experienced and certified mountain guide and 1 hour of travel in our 4x4 truck from the city to the trailhead (3400m), this is the highest point reached by the 4x4. Trek on stony path climbing through bushes and Andean tree forest as known Queñuales and Andean grass. This climbing will during the night following sandy path and sometimes will be necessary to climb small rock walls like 1 or 2 meters high.
After 7-9 hours of hard climb you will arrive to the small crater of the Misti volcano (5730m), hike around the crater to see the deepest point of the volcano, you will appreciate volcanic activity of sulphuric gas coming out.
After amazing break we continue climbing to the highest point of the volcano following a sulphur track, where is planted iron cross looking to Arequipa. The highest point of Misti volcano is above 5825m, 30 minutes for picture and spectacular views of volcanic and snow-capped range of south of Peru and the amazing view of Salinas lagoon.
Fast downhill following a dark volcanic sand trail to meet our 4x4 truck located at the bottom of the volcano. Aboard the 4x4 and return to the hotel of Arequipa and end the service.

Camping In Misti Volcano

TREKKING AND CLIMBING TO MISTI VOLCANO INCLUDES

Experienced and certified Mountain English-speaking guide
Personal porter to carry the items of each participant (Private VIP Service only)
Private 4x4 truck from Arequipa up to the trailhead (3400m)
Climbing Equipment such as crampons, ice axe and rope, only if is snow on the top
Meals on the Mountain (1 hot breakfast - 1 Lunch)
Oxygen bottle and first aid kit for the participants and our camp staff
Headlamp - Wind proof gloves - Wool hat - Walking sticks or poles
Climbing price includes government sales tax (19% as known IGV)
PERU ADVENTURE TOURS gift (Private VIP Service only)

TOUR SCHEDULE & COST 2010
DATE	TOUR	COST
Any day (April to November) Some days in the rain season, between december to March	TREKKING AND CLIMBING TO THE MISTI VOLCANO $135 USD Per Person Full Day Trekking To The Summit Of Active Volcano - 1 Day Tour	Backpacker Service (Join a group) 1 to more paticipants $135 USD each one Private VIP Service (Private 4x4/guide) 2 participants $205 USD each one 3-4 participants $155 USD each one 5 to more particip $65 USD each one
Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members Discount 10%: Tour Operators or Travel Agencies Only Students: $8 USD discount only with valid green ISIC card
Organized Groups: We offer private and any time departure
Group size: 4 participants per guide
BOOK HERE: We highly recommended to book space prior you arrive to Peru

See the classic map of climbing to Misti Volcano.
All prices stated above are subject to change.
Exchange rate $1 USD = S/. 3.02 (rate may vary daily).
Above prices includes local sales tax.

NOT INCLUDED

Alcoholic drinks
Extra batteries for your headlamp
Sleeping bag -10ºC (can be hired from our office of Arequipa $5 USD per day)
Breakfast on the first day/snacks
Tips for guide and camp staff
Wind proof jacket or wind proof pants (can be hired from our office of Arequipa $3 USD per day each thing)
Water proof climbing boot (can be hired from our office of Arequipa $5 USD per day)

RAIN SEASON

December to March. Some days blue sky with good conditions to climb.

BEST TIME FOR CLIMB

April to December, on the rain season same days are with good weather (blue sky) permiting to climb this volcano. before to book your tour please see the weather report.

ADVICE FOR CLIMBERS

To have good acclimatization, good physical conditions and good quality winter clothes. One day before all the climbers will have meeting with the mountain guide at our office or in the hotel, who will give a BRIEFING about this climb and also you can check the quality of the climb gear will be used on the mountain.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING/CARRY

Backpack 25Lt minimum
Windproof jacket
Strong comfortable and waterproof boots
One complete change of clothing
Headlamp and plenty of batteries
Sweater and thermal pants and everything you can have to be warm
3lt of water per person minimum
Hat or cap and sun block to be protected from the strong sun
Toilet paper
Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits, etc
Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
Sunglass is strongly recommended to protect your eyes from the snow and sun
Your personal medications

Porters will cost $35 USD per day, to carry your personal items. You will need to carry with you a daypack with your Camera, bottle of water, snacks, a fleece or something warm and a poncho in case of rain (unlikely in Dry season but as a precaution) and anything you will need before lunch as porters do not walk alongside you. Your bag will be waiting for you in your tent at campsites. Please note there are fines if you give an excess of 18 kgs so try to underpack rather than overpack. You can hire a porter from Arequipa to carry your pack over the base camp.

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