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CLIMBING TO MISTI BY AGUADA BLANCA

Climbing By The Easier Way Up Of Northeast Face 2 Days - 1 Night

To climb Misti volcano by the northeast face is the best and easy way up to the summit, climbers have 90% posibility to get the top of Misti volcano. The trip runs through Aguada Blanca and Salinas national reserve, where are wild animals protected such as Vicuñas and Guanacos, also climber can have panoramic views all over the reserve and the back ide of Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcanoes located next to Volcan Misti.
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).
Misti Volcano - Trekking & Climbing

Itinerary

Day 1: Arequipa - Cabrerias - Pampas Cañahuas - Aguada Blanca Repress - Misti Base Camp (4700m)

At 8am at your and travel in our four wheel drive, for 3 hours from Arequipa. On the way up to Misti Volcan, we stop in the national reserve of Aguada Blanca and Salinas, where it is possible to observe the wonderful animals called Vicuñas, Guanacos, Eagles, Viscachas, Deer and sometimes Condors. Living at 4000 meters above sea level, they are protected species by the government and all the communities surrounding the reserve and Misti volcano.
After cross the Aguada Blanca lagoon we will arriving at 4200m in jeep, and then 4 hours hike on the sandy way up to the base camp, located at 4700m named Monte Blanco. Set-up tents and spend the night.

Day 2: Base Camp – Attack Summit Of Misti - Arequipa

At 2 or 4am wake-up time depending on how is the weather and after a hot energetic breakfast we start the climb to the summit. If Misti is completely covered with snow, we take all our necessary climbing equipment such as ice axe and crampons. From the base camp to Misti summit (5825m) takes between 4 - 5 hours of slow steps and battling with the altitude and following single serpentine trail. After reaching the top, there we stay for a nice time getting spectacular views of the landscapes of Chachani, Pichu Pcihu, Coropuna, Ampato, Hualca Hualca, Sabancaya, Misti, Ubinas, Salinas salt lake, Arequipa valley, etc. If the time permitting descend into the mayor crater from where is possible to see the activity of this volcano or short walk over the top around the biggest crater of this volcano.
After stay at the top of Misti, one hour of downhill to our base camp for lunch, packing all the camping equipment and continue descending to the private 4WD.
At 1pm come back to Arequipa and end of our trip.

Included

Experienced Mountain English speaking guide
Porters to carry the foods and camping gear (tents & mattresses)
Personal porter to carry the items of each participants (only with private VIP service)
Private four wheel drive (4x4) from Arequipa up to 4200m
Camping Equipment (Four seaons mountain tent and mattresses)
Dining and cooking tents (only with private VIP service)
Cooking gear
Experienced cook (only with private VIP service)
Climbing Equipment such as crampons, ice axe and rope, only if is snow on the top
Meals on the Mountain (2 lunches - 1 hot dinner - 1 hot breakfast)
Plenty of hot Coca tea
Oxygen bottle and first aid kit for the participants and our camp staff
Communication system, guides climb with their mobile phones
Tents and food for our camp staff
Headlamp - Wind proof gloves - Wool hat - Walking sticks or poles
Climbing price include government sale tax (19%)

TOUR SCHEDULE & COST
DATE	TOUR	COST
Any day (April to November) Some days in the rain season, between december to March	CLIMBING TO MISTI BY AGUADA BLANCA Climbing By The Easier Way Up Of Northeast Face 2 Days - 1 Night	Backpacker service (Join a group) 1 to more participants US$195 each Private VIP service (private guide) 2 participants US$295 each 3-4 participants US$275 each 5 to more participants US$265 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
Organized Groups: We offer private and any time departure
Group size: 4 participants per guide according tecnical recommendations
We highly recommended to book space prior you arrive to Arequipa

See the map of climbing to Misti Volcano by Aguada Blanca Map.

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)
Waterproof 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

Porters will cost US$20 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 in our office of Arequipa to carry your pack over the base camp.

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PERU TRAVEL INFORMATION

MISTI TEMPERATURE
January to June:
Day 10ºC - 18ºC
Night -5ºC - 0ºC

July to December:
Day 10ºC - 22ºC
Night -15ºC - 0ºC