• Arequipa - Today, we head to Chachani mountain, a vast volcanic complex located 55 km northwest of Arequipa city. It features four peaks, with the summit reaching 6,075 meters. This thrilling expedition begins almost every day at midnight, picking you up from your hotel to head northwest along the Cabrerías unpaved road. The journey takes about 3 hours, gradually ascending through winding terrain and passing through the significant “Salinas and Aguada Blanca” National Reserve. Around 3:00 am, we reach the starting point, commonly known as El Collado (5,000 m / 16,500 ft). Once there, we prepare ourselves, and if the season requires, we provide equipment like ice axes and crampons. Our mountain guide will give instructions to ensure a smooth climb. Before we set off, we enjoy a mountain breakfast, including coca tea.

• Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve - The hike begins easily, as the terrain is not steep. However, take it slow; we will be hiking over 5,000 m on volcanic terrain, which has its challenges. Let the mountain guide set the pace to maintain an effective progress and a steady heart rate. Chachani’s volcanic environment is unique, surrounded by endemic vegetation, trails covered with ash, sand, and large volcanic rocks from eruptions thousands and millions of years ago. The first part of the hike is about 3.5 km (1.5 - 2 hours) to reach the fox camp, where we rest, rehydrate, and take in the surroundings. The darkness reveals an amazing sky, and climbers often feel privileged to see the Milky Way and constellations so clearly.

• Chachani Volcano - We then continue the second part of the climb, a 6 to 7-hour ascent to the top. We follow a zigzag trail that seems endless but is achievable. We take short breaks at specific points, looking back to see how far we’ve come, using it as motivation. It’s better to maintain a slow and steady pace than a fast and erratic one. At around 5,950 m, we cross a ridge into the extinct crater for the final stop before reaching the summit. After a brief rest, we conquer the summit of Chachani (6,075 meters). This is the perfect place to release your emotions, celebrate with your group, and enjoy the freedom and satisfaction of the moment. Take your time to soak in the 360° panoramic view of the unique landscape, surrounded by volcanoes, valleys, lagoons, and the distant Arequipa city. If visibility is good, you might even see the Pacific Ocean on the horizon.

• Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve - After celebrating, we head back to the fox camp, which takes about 1.5 hours. We rest, rehydrate, and eat to regain energy. Then, at the designated time, we return to the vehicle, which takes another 1.5 hours, followed by a 2.5-hour journey back to Arequipa city, concluding this great expedition at your hotel.

• Professional certified mountain tour guide
• First aid kit
• Snacks
• Mountain breakfast (including coca tea)
• 4WD vehicles (4-5 people)
• Pick up from your hotel
• Snow crampons (if the season requires it)

• PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
• GRATITUDES FOR THE TOUR GUIDE and STAFF
• Travel insurance

This is a personalized experience, led by highly qualified professionals, ideal for all people looking for contact with nature, lovers of challenges. This adventure will allow you to awaken your senses to the fullest and experience emotions from start to the end. We promotes the practice of mountaineering with a commitment of conservation and care of the environment, reducing any impact to this important natural reserve. It is considered suitable for all people with or without experience who want to climb through one of the best trails in Arequipa which has become worldwide one of the most accessible 6000 mt to ascend “technically talking”. Outside of the snow season it could practically be a high altitude trek, but that does not take away the risks that may arise since height has always played an important role, we recommend to have an adequate acclimatization to be successful and conquer the summit of CHACHANI. Enjoy an unforgettable experience keeping it in your memories forever.

• A MINIMUM of 2 PARTICIPANTS IS REQUIRED TO START THE EXCURSION

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.