Copiapó: Ojos del Salado Volcano 14-Day Guided Climb
Chile
Activity
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Embark on a guided climb of the Ojos del Salado volcano, the highest active volcano in the world. Prepare for your climb in the city of Copiapó, the main hub for logistics and supplies.
Ojos del Salado 5-Day Expedition – Copiapó, Chile
This 5-day high-altitude expedition is for experienced mountaineers acclimatized to peaks above 6,500 meters, crossing the Atacama Desert to climb Ojos del Salado.
Highlights
- Views of the desert and surrounding mountains
- Camping at Laguna Verde with access to natural hot springs
- Wildlife spotting: foxes, flamingos, and llamas
- Desert crossing supported by a 4x4 truck
- Energy-efficient transport to the last camp at Tejos
Expedition Details
This route demands prior acclimatization and mountaineering experience at altitudes over 6,500 meters (such as Aconcagua, Llullaillaco, or Tupungato). It involves severe altitude sickness risks, extreme desert weather, and technical terrain, requiring full preparedness.
- Duration: 5 days
- Maximum Altitude: 6,893 meters (22,615 feet)
- Location: Copiapó, Chile
- Fixed departure dates only
Included
- 5 lunches, 4 breakfasts, 4 dinners
- Mountain guide fluent in Spanish and English
- Private 4WD transportation to climbing areas
- Airport transfer to Laguna Verde base camp
- 1 hotel night in Copiapó (shared room for 2 persons)
- Mountain tents (shared, 2 persons per tent)
- Dinner tent with table and chairs
- Cooking kit and all expedition meals
- Professional first aid kit
- Inflatable mattress
- Heart rate monitor and oximeter
- VHF radio and satellite internet at base camp
- Toilet facilities at base camp
- Climbing permit
- All group equipment: ropes, high altitude tents, stove, GPS
Not Included
- Personal mountaineering equipment
- Airport transfers (other than specified)
- Travel and rescue insurance (strongly recommended)
- Additional services not listed (such as restaurant meals)
- International and domestic flights and boarding fees
Important Information
- Participants must have prior high-altitude experience with recent acclimatization above 6,500 meters.
- Expect extreme desert climate, including low temperatures and unpredictable weather.
- This expedition is only suitable for experienced mountaineers prepared for severe altitude sickness and technical challenges.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available if cancelled up to 24 hours before departure.
For the best experience, bring appropriate high-altitude gear, layered clothing, and sun protection. Book in advance due to fixed departures and limited availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
The expedition is designed for experienced mountaineers acclimatized to peaks above 6,500 meters, involving technical terrain and extreme desert conditions in Chile.
The climb is part of a 5-day high-altitude expedition, with the full program lasting 14 days including acclimatization and travel.
Participants camp at Laguna Verde, which offers access to natural hot springs in Chile's Atacama Desert.
No, the expedition requires prior high-altitude mountaineering experience above 6,500 meters.
Climbers may spot foxes, flamingos, and llamas in their natural habitat around the Chilean desert.
The desert crossing is supported by a 4x4 truck to assist participants through the extreme conditions near Copiapó, Chile.
Yes, energy-saving transport is used to reach the final camp at Tejos for the summit attempt.
Check the website for current recommended climbing seasons and hours, as conditions in the Atacama Desert vary.
Participants should confirm with the provider if technical climbing gear is included or must be brought from Chile.
