Climbing Volcanic Lands 2 Day - 1 Night (Classical Route)
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).
Itinerary
Day 1: Arequipa - Chiguata - Misti Base Camp (4600m)
At 8am we pickup at hotel and travel 1 1/2 hours in our four wheels drive vehicle to the base of the volcano. We arrive at the West part of the base of Misti volcano.At 10am arrival to Los Pastores (3400 meters above sea level) which is the maximum point for our four wheel drives and begins our ascent. This is six to eight hours to the Eagles Nest base camp (4800 meters above sea level). This is a hard day as we walk up the sandy and slippery trail. You need to be in good physical condition and acclimatized to the altitude.
At 5pm arrival to our base camp, energetic dinner, set-up our tents and rest.
Day 2: Misti Base Camp - Attack The Summit Of Misti - Downhill - Arequipa
4am following an early and healthy breakfast, we start to climb to the summit of the volcano. After four to six hours, we enter the snow area, depending on the season, and adjust our climbing equipment (crampons + ice axe - Snow season only). We will carry only what is needed for cold windy conditions, something to drink, some energy food, a first-aid kit and our mountain gear. The time of ascent will depend on the physical condition and acclimatization of each climber. This day we need to follow a vertical ascent (hard and freezing), to reach the cross at the summit (5825m). If the time permiting descend into the mayor crater from where is possible to see volcano activity or have a short walk over the top and around the biggest crater of this volcano. There is time for pictures and enjoying the landscape of all the highest mountains in this volcanic chain. At 12pm decent to our base camp. This will take approximately one hour.At 3pm arrival at the Base Camp, have lunch, pack up camp and descent to find our transportation waiting for us at the base of the volcano.
At 4pm transfer back to Arequipa driving one and a half hours.
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 sales tax (19%)
| 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$105 each Private VIP service (private guide) 2 participants US$198 each 3-4 participants US$175 each 5 to more participants US$155 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
