Extreme
Moderate
Chachani Volcano (2 days)
Duration
48
Location
Chachani Volcano, Arequipa
Group
3-10 People
Description
A 2-day, 1-night climb of Chachani Volcano (6,075 masl), one of the easiest 6,000+ meter peaks to climb, revered as an Apu (sacred mountain) since Pre-Inca times. The 10 km route offers panoramic views of the Arequipa countryside and neighboring volcanoes.
Highlights
Chachani summit at 6,075 masl, one of the most accessible peaks above 6,000 meters
360° view from the summit: lagoons, mountains, the ocean, and the city of Arequipa
Base camp at 5,200 masl
Mountain considered an Apu (sacred) in Pre-Inca and Inca times
Itinerary
- Day 1: pickup from your hotel between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. and transfer along the Cabrerías route to the end of the vehicle track, at 4,900 masl.
- Hike on foot carrying your personal gear (backpack, tent, sleeping bag, water) to base camp, at 5,200 masl, in about 2 hours (3 km).
- Set up camp, dinner, and briefing about the following day's ascent.
- Day 2: light breakfast (coca leaf tea and infusions, sandwiches) around 1:00 a.m.
- Ascent to the summit over about 6 hours, until sunrise, leaving heavy gear at base camp.
- Time at the summit to enjoy the 360° view: lagoons, mountains, the ocean, and the white city.
- A 2-hour descent to base camp, followed by transfer to the vehicles and return to Arequipa, arriving around 4:00 p.m.
Equipment included
Specialized high-mountain guide
Private 4x4 transportation
Briefing one day before departure
Camping equipment: sleeping pads, tents, and sleeping bag
Cooking equipment
Climbing gear (crampons, ice axe, and safety rope), only if there is snow at the summit
Meals: 1 dinner and 1 breakfast
Oxygen tank in the vehicle
First-aid kit
Communication equipment: radios, GPS, and satellite phone
Not included
Trekking poles
Extra expenses
What to bring
- Sleeping bag and a backpack of at least 70 liters
- At least 5 liters of water per person
- Personal medication and trekking poles
- Waterproof jacket or poncho (December–April)
- Good-condition high-ankle trekking boots
- Flashlight, sunscreen, and toilet paper
- Sunglasses and snacks (chocolate, dried fruit, etc.)
Tour details
Departure schedule
Pickup between 8:00 and 8:30 a.m. on day 1; summit ascent starting at 1:00 a.m. on day 2.
Route distance
Total route of 10 km (6.213 miles).
Difficulty note
Easy to medium difficulty (rainy season Jan–Apr / dry season May–Dec).
Additional info
Group rate, minimum 3 passengers. Type: mountain.
Tour route
See the path from the hotel to the meeting point and the tour route.
This tour does not have a configured route yet.
S/ 350
per person
Free Cancellation
Immediate Confirmation
Spanish Guide
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