Chachani is a volcano located in Southern Peru 55 km from Arequipa city despite its considerable height, snow is very scarce on its summit, due to the extreme atmospheric sequence prevailing on the western slope of the Andes in that region. Likewise, the summit has been affected by global warming, to such an extent that in 2008 it lost its last glacial remnants.
CHACHANI MOUNTAIN CLIMBING Excursión is considered not extremely difficult and it can be done by people who are new to the world of mountaineering Therefore to climb Chachani Mountain become very popular for tourists but no doubt the altitude could be a problem for those who are not fully acclimatized.
CHACHANI VOLCANO is a great mountain that worthwhile to climb,
its summit offers a fantastic panoramic views and if you new in this world of mountain climbing for sure it is something you have never seen before.
at certain times of the year it is even possible to see the Pacific ocean on the horizon.
This Amazing volcanic complex has 6075 meters and it can only be reached with a 4WD Transportation.
From Arequipa To Chachani Mountain takes around 3 hours till the trail head.
Chachani means “skirt” in Quechua languaje and it is divided into several picks usually have some covering of snow and ice during and few months after rainy season it is necessary to take ice axe and crampons also plenty of warm/thermal clothing as temperatures can be extremely cold on the mountainside specially in winter season
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Our 2 Days CHACHANI MOUNTAIN CLIMBING Excursion pick you up at the reception of your hotel. at 9:00 am.
This day we take a journey for about 3 hours to reach the trail head but before we get there, we get into the Vicuña National Reserve where we stop to enjoy this beautiful mountain scenery cover with a blanked of unique flora and fauna and some groups of non domesticated south American camels very often walking in search of food and water.
Take pictures of everything that surrounds this magical place we are sure it will be above and beyond your expectations.
later, we continue going gradually higher through a serpentine road, enjoying and observing how the landscape changes with increasing elevation.
After approximately 3 hours of safe and professional driving within this National Reserve, we will have reached 5,000 meters, here we stop to prepare ourselves and organize the equipment that we have to carry, also it will be the place for us to eat our lunch before we start this extraordinary climbing experience. The beginning of the trail look very easy since this part of the mountain is not steep at all any way take it easy, hike slowly and don’t get too confident, remember will be over 5000 meters on a volcanic terrain that present certain obstacles along the way.
After 30 minutes of having been trying to get familiar with the elevation we take the fisrt stop then, we go through a short section of big boulders that we have to cross slowly, let our professional Mountain tour guide sets the best rhythm to have an adequate progress.
After about 1.5 or 2 hours of gorgeous landscape we enter to Chachani base camp situated at 5215m.a.s.l. It is totally normal that during the hike you feel, a light shortness of breath, remember you must progress slowly and patiently, rehydration is very important, drink water before and during the 2 Days Climbing Excursion to Chachani.
Once at the base camp take you time to rest, we have plenty of time to set the tents up later.
Only for the ones who are feeling ok and want to explore just a bit more, take a short walk around, it is free time but don’t have to push yourself too much, talk to your tour guide, (communication is the most important topic in this excursion).
Today the mountain tour Guide of Chachani Excursion has to cook for the group. (he will prepare high-calorie foods so that our body regains energy for the next day climb).
Later on, enjoy the hot meal, while the tour guide talk about the agenda for the next day, try to sleep early because usually the next day we start early too, before you go to the tent have a look of the sky the milky way is amazing, enjoy the constellations and have a good night…!
(Usually the temperature all year long is ok during the day, but in fall and winter as soon as the sun sets the temperature comes down dramatically, stay warm).
Accommodation: Camping tents
Base Camp: 5215m.a.s.l. meters | 17.209 feet
Climbing Distance: 3.8 km | 2.375 miles
Today Meals: 1 box lunch, dinner
Vegetarian food: Available
Today we start the Chachani Excursion around 2:00 am but it will depend on the weather conditions.
After we have something to eat including a hot cup of coca tea we departure from the base camp carrying a day pack only to ascent the 6-7 hrs. till the top of Chachani volcano, well, most of the climb goes up on a zig zag path, along the way we do some stops to get to the first ridge, situated at 5700 meters, there we can use the time to eat, drink something, take pictures or just to rest enough 10 -15 minutes later we continue climbing following the ridge for about 100 meters, then we get out of it crossing a short traversy to pass to the other face of Chachani mountain, later before we get near to the lips of the Chachanis extinct crater, the path becomes steeper, but still we have to cross carefully another small ridge and ready..! We enter into the crater then we do the last part, 15 more minutes for this the final climb to reach our goal, the 6075 meters of Chachani Summit.
From the summit we get the most exiting view, 360° panorama of an Andean landscape full of volcanos such as Misti, Pichu pichu, Coropuna, Ampato, Hualca Hualca and the active Sabancaya very likely releasing ash, after a good moment of happiness enjoying all this wonder we return to the base camp, it will take about 1:30 hours approx. there we stop to eat, rest and to pack up everything. later at the indicated time we hike the last part. (1.5 hrs) where our vehicle is waiting for us to go back to Arequipa city on a 2.5 – 3 hours journey.
We end this tour in your hotel.
Climbing Distance: 6.5 km – 4.06 miles
Today Meals: 1 breakfast, walking snack
To have a good performance and be well prepare for this 2 Days Climbing Excursion to Chachani we suggest you to prepare the list below.
IF YOU WANT TO CLIMB THIS OR ANY OTHER MOUNTAIN IN PERU AND FEEL YOU ARE NOT FULLY ACCLIMATIZED BESIDES YOU WISH TO IMPROVE YOUR PHYSICAL CONDITION.
CHECK OUR PROGRAMS.
TO DRINK COCA TEA DURING THE DAY HELPS TO REDUCE THE EFFECT OF ALTITUDE, AVOIT IT BEFORE YOU GO TO SLEEP IT COULD BE LIKE STIMULANT AND YOU WONT BE ABLE TO SLEEP WELL.
WE SUGGEST TO WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT FOR MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS, SINCE YOU WILL BE SPENDING TIME INTO A MOUNTAIN ATMOSPHERE WHICH PRESENTS DIFFERENT CONDITIONS IN TERMS OF CLIMATE. TEMPERATURE, ELEVATION AMONG OTHERS
INFORM US IF YOU NEED TO RENT EQUIPMENT.
INFORM US IF YOU HAVE ANY HEALTH CONDITION OR DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
INFORM US IF YOU HAVE SETBACKS OR DELAYS WHEN ARRIVING IN AREQUIPA CITY.
LEAVE YOUR HEAVY SUITCASE IN AREQUIPA CITY, UNLESS YOU GO TO PUNO CITY AT THE END OF THE EXCURTION
ASK FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE TRANSFERS SERVICE WE OFFER click HERE.
PRIVATE PREMIUM SERVICE
Was Designed for those who are looking for real experiences with a very high-quality service, everything included, this service is exactly for those who do not wish to climb in big groups so the guided tour will be exclusive for you, your family or friends so that you can fully enjoy this exciting experience.
Our tour guides will try to take you as far as possible up to the summit but.
to provide this service we need minimum two people.
GROUP SERVICE
This service will be shared by 5 or more people, the members of the group will be made up for people from different nationalities, languages, beliefs, ages, and gender, among others.
TOUR GUIDES
We offer a personalized service and our tour guides will adapt themselves to your rhythm and if you have not much experience the tour guide will always be attentive to teach or share to anyone the best techniques for a good climb as well as transmitting to each participant climbing skills of world basic ascents.
PORTER’S SERVICE
The price to have a porter during our excursions is $ 80.00 per day, according to the established rules each porter carries about 18 kg.
During 2 days of excursion the Porter will carry your backpack and items from the starting point to the base camp and vice versa.
ACCLIMATIZATION TO ALTITUDE
To Climb any Mountain it is important to have adequate acclimatization it will be good if you come from somewhere higher to the Arequipa city, like Puno, Cusco or Bolivia, if you do not have a good acclimatization, you can take an additional tour for one or more days that involves doing some activity in a high place. (Contact us to provide you more information about It).
THE BEST SEASON TO CLIMB
Dry season From April to November you can climb at any time with no problem.
Rainy season in the Mountains of Arequipa region starts in December until March or April, nevertheless during the rainy season same days are with good weather (blue sky) before you book this excursion, we suggest you to check the weather report.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
To book any of our adventure trips a travel insurance is required, and it is also mandatory for clients to notify us of any health, mental or physical conditions you may have.
MEALS
Special dietary requirements can be accommodated like vegetarian and vegan options as well as for people with certain food allergies.
notify us in advance in order to make the respective arrangements.
MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT
To avoid any inconvenience in the mountains and achieve success It is very important to wear both, appropriate clothing and equipment.
Inform us if you have any specific requirement to be able to help you.
BRIEFING
One day before the tour starts, you will have a meeting with the tour guide to check the equipment you have or may need, as well as to provide you more specific details about this excursion.
SOLO TRAVELERS
If we do not have any scheduled excursion for the date you want to climb the mountain, we can assign you a special price for solo travelers.
(Shared Service)
THE PRICE APPLIES PER PERSON
| Persons | Price | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $ USD 260.00 | BOOK NOW |
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