The mountains rise because they're there
OJOS DEL SALADO VOLCANO
Duration
23 DAYS
Minimum
4
Maximum
8
Season
NOV-JAN
Difficulty
4
From
ON DEMAND
The highest volcano in the world and the second height of the Andes mountain range are the merits with which the Nevado Ojos del Salado challenges the most daring mountaineers on this 23-day itinerary. But he doesn’t accept improvisations. During the first two weeks it will be necessary to ascend again and again higher summits strengthening us to face the great adversary. The first walk unevenly to La Puerta-Zorrito will then be followed by another to the Vallecito hill and we will already be in the 3700 m high, and then to the hill Siete Hermanos and the hill Santa Rosa, enjoying landscapes that transit from the coast to the inland valleys of the precordillera showing how gradually the vegetation decreases and the air is more diaphanous. Afterwards, the Pastillito hill and the Incahuasi Viewpoint make us gain height because in Laguna Verde we will already be at 4330 meters above sea level. Two more days on the Tres Cruces hill, in the middle of the mountain range, you will find the persevering mountaineer in good physical and mood for the great ascent that comes. After eight hours of walking from the last camp and more than a thousand meters of unevenness the summit is presented. There is no crater due to a long period of inactivity of centuries and instead three rocky turrets rise. Archaeological remains have been found in the Ojos del Salado volcano, as in other summits of Los Andes, affirming the practice of ceremonial Inca rites whose testimonies are now found in Chilean and Argentine museums. We are at 6,893 meters above sea level in the center of a spectacular amphitheatre of high mountains in a remote area, the most desert of los Andes, which from the summit we can appreciate in all its impressive beauty.
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It was really comfortable. Interesting experience. Visiting the Atacama Desert, and its attractions, volcanoes, Geisers. Then the trip to Vi a del March and Valparaiso was amazing. The whole experience would not have been the same without our attentive guides, who were always very attentive and friendly. Sharing your knowledge with us all the time.
Magical moments in breathtaking landscapes. Thank you Tolhuin for this organization, for this circuit, for adapting to our expectations and to our level. Very good contact with Alex. A journey I won't forget.
The trip was very well organized in general with very accurate records and information. The meals provided by the company were tasty and the guide (Alex) had many interesting details. The tour setup worked well, I really recommend it and thanks again to Alex and Lisette for their hospitality. We will be back for sure!
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Responsible Tourism
Our philosophy is that we must be only spectators of our wonderful nature around us. We carry out tours that respect not only the environment, but also the people and their culture.
Transport
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Climate
Like all Outdoor activity, the weather can modify plans! We always try to respect the initial itinerary, but our guides can make decisions that alter the intended route for the safety of our explorers!
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Formality
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Police International provides at the time of entering Chile a duplicate form called “Tourism Card” and lasts 90 days, extendable for another 90 days.
Requirements for travelling to Chile by car from mendoza
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What requirements are needed to enter Chile with a minor?
A) If you are travelling with your parents:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate.
B) If you are travelling with only one parent:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate with three simple photocopies
- Notarized authorization of the parent who does not travel by handing over his consent, in original and three copies.
C) If the minor does not travel with his/her parents:
- ID passport of the country of origin.
- Birth certificate with three simple photocopies
- Notarized authorization of the parent who does not travel by handing over his consent, in original and three copies.
- Death certificate in case of death of parents in original and three copies.
- Authorization of the applicable Family Court, giving consent for the child’s travel, in original and three simple photocopies
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