One Day Of Full Climb 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).
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.
MISTI TOUR INCLUDES
- Experienced and certified Mountain English-speaking guide
- Personal porter to carry the items of each participants (only with private VIP service)
- 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 include government sales tax (19% as known IGV)
| TOUR SCHEDULE & COST | ||
| DATE | TOUR | COST |
| Any day (April to November) Some days in the rain season, between december to March |
Misti Volcano Climbing Volcanic Lands 2 Day - 1 Night (Classical Route) |
Backpacker service (Join a group) 1 to more paticipants US$115 each Private VIP service (private guide) 2 participants US$205 each 3-4 participants US$185 each 5 to more particip65 each |
| Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members Discount 10%: Tour Operators or Travel Agencies Only Students: US$5 discount only with valid green ISIC card |
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| Organized Groups: We offer private and any time departure | ||
| Group size: 4 participants per guide | ||
| We highly recommended to book space prior your arrival to Arequipa | ||
NOT INCLUDED
- Alcoholic drinks
- Extra batteries for your headlamp
- Sleeping bag -15ºC (can be hired from our office of Arequipa US$5 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 US$3 per day each thing)
- Water proof climbing boot (can be hired from our office of Arequipa US$5 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 70Lt minimum
- Sleeping bag -15ºC (can be hired from our office in Arequipa US$5 per day)
- Windproof jacket
- Strong comfortable and waterproof boots
- One complete change of clothing
- Sweater and thermal pants and every thing you can have to be warm
- 5lt 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
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