Trek & Climb: Ojos del Salado – 10-12 Days

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Trek & Climb: Ojos del Salado – 10-12 Days

12 Days Starting and ending in Bahía Inglesa, Caldera, Atacama, Chile

Visiting: Caldera, Laguna Santa Rosa, Laguna Verde, Cerro Mulas Muertas, San Francisco, Atacama, Bahía Inglesa

Tour operator:

Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges

Tour code:

Ojos12

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 15

Physical rating:

High

Age range:

18-65

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Gluten and Dairy Free

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$3295

$3147 (USD) Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$148

NB: Prices correct on 16-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Adventure to the highest altitude active volcano (Ojos del Salado) in the world & the second highest peak in the Andes! This is a great introduction to serious trekking and climbing for beginners & intermediates to the discipline of mountain climbing & trekking. Sited on the Argentinian & Chilean border: Nevado Ojos del Salado stands at a proud 6,893m altitude; the trekking and altitude provide the real challenge on this expedition with a small section of rock climbing at the summit of the route. Although Ojos del Salado presides on the edges of the Atacama Desert; a very dry region; it is still famed for having the world’s highest crater lake on the eastern side of the volcano, situated at 6,390m.

Highlights

Trek & climb the second highest peak in the Andes Mountains.
Trekking from Valle Chico to Laguna Santa Rosa (c.3,800m).
Hiking to Cerro Mulas Muertas (c.5,400m).
Trekking ascent of San Francisco volcano (c.6,000m).

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival To Aeropuerto Desierto De Atacama. Transfer To Bahia Inglesa Or Caldera

Location: Caldera

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

You’ll be collected from Aeropuerto Desierto de Atacama (CPO) and transferred to Bahia Inglesa or Caldera, with time to discover and explore.

Reunion with your guide for a briefing and personal equipment check.

Day 2 : - 2Nd To 8Th Day (Transfer To Valle Chico (3,050M) - Series Of Acclimatisation Treks)

Location: Laguna Santa Rosa, Laguna Verde, Cerro Mulas Muertas, San Francisco

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The next day you’ll be transported across the altiplano towards Ojos del Salado.

During each day you’ll trek for a few hours at ever increasing altitudes to aid your acclimatisation, before setting up camp for the nights.

Highlights include Laguna Santa Rosa, where you’ll observe Andean Flamingos which nest around the laguna year round, and the turquoise waters of Laguna Verde with its hot springs which ease tired bodies during the time you will have here.

Treks
Valle Chico trekking to Laguna Santa Rosa (3,760m) – Laguna Santa Rosa Camp
Transition from Laguna Santa Rosa to Laguna Verde (4,340m) – Laguna Verde Camp
Trek to Cerro Mulas Muertas (5,400m) – Laguna Verde Camp
Trek climb of San Francisco volcano (6,080m) – Laguna Verde Camp
From Laguna Verde drive to Atacama Refuge (5,300m) – Atacama Refuge

Day 9 : From Atacama Refuge Climb To Tejos Refuge Camp

Location: Atacama

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You’ll take a day hiking up to the next stage camp at Tejos Refuge; this helps you further with your acclimatisation period. It may be necessary to help bring summit equipment here.

This also helps reduce the cargo for the following day, when you’ll move towards the high camp at 5,825m, giving us plenty of time for rest and acclimatisation before the eventual summit day.

Day 10 : Summit Day (6,893M)

Location: Atacama

Accommodation: Camp

Accommodation Name: Tejos Refuge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Summit day begins with an early start. The route starts out as a gradual climb before rising on the western ridge up to the volcanic crater.

From this point the final challenge is a rock climb of around 20m; here you’ll use fixed ropes to secure the ascent to summit.

Once commanding this section; the summit of this immense volcano has arrived! Taking time to soak in the views and after taking numerous photos & videos, you’ll begin the descent to camp.

Usually the summit day takes around 13hrs to complete (ascent & descent).

Day 11 : Tejos Camp To Bahia Inglesa Or Caldera + Overnight

Location: Bahía Inglesa

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Following the expedition, it’s time to pack up camp and head back to the Atacama Refuge. Then onto Bahía Inglesa or Caldera to stop over for the night, refresh and enjoy some good food together!

Day 12 : Bahia Inglesa To Copiapó Airport, Onward Departure.

Location: Bahía Inglesa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

From Bahia Inglesa we’ll transfer you to Copiapó Airport for your onward connecting flights home. Until the next time!!

What's Included

Accommodation

As detailed in the itinerary section.
Fully Guided

Professional bilingual high-mountain guide.
Meals

Breakfast x 11, Lunches x 12, Dinner x 11
Transport

Private Transport – collection & drop-off.

What's Not Included

Additional Services

Not Included.
Insurance

Not Included.
International Travel

Not Included.

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

15 People at max.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

High.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes.
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

Yes. Professional bilingual high-mountain guide.
How long has the tour company been trading?

For 3 years

Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Always
What documents will I receive before I travel?

This depends on the type of tour you've booked. If there is paperwork to be sent (i.e. domestic flights etc.) we will forward these to you ahead of time.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

It can be possible in instances, a lot depends on the type of tour being run and it's accessibility
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

We don't fund charities directly but we work with local communities where we can to support them and provide resources whenever possible. We utilise local resources with all of our trips so in that respect you are contributing to the local economy and the welfare of it's people.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

At Unu Raymi Expeditions; we’ll always keep our commitment to deliver the best customised experience created from your own personal & group requirements. We’ll provide as many available options for planning your ideal trip; operating & incorporating many off-the-beaten path experiences for your trip or expedition. Before your trip begins we’ll work with you to ensure you are fully prepared and ha
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, if you wold like to share facilities with someone this can be organised
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

We are working with the latest protocols issued by the Ministerio de Salud (Ministry of Health) to ensure our operations are safe and compliant for the future. All hygiene standards that are being developed will be adhered to in compliance with state legislation and protocols.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

We have the flexibility to alter trips as necessary if there are travel restrictions in place. For all other changes please refer to our terms and conditions.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

This will depend if you have booked a private or group tour

Reviews of this operator

Anton Majtan

Sacred Valley & Ausangate

08-Feb-2022

I definitely can recommend Unu Raymi Expedtions as your trip to Peru agency. Although they are not just an agency - they do a lot more. All the way during our Peru journey with Unu Raymi we feel confidence and care. We made Ausangate trekking, Sacred valley and Nazca lines with them. Everything they do is well planed. Moreover, during our trip heavy rains destroyed a part of rail-road to Machu Picchu making it impossible for us to visit as planned, and Unu Raymi took the effort to replan the trip - making sure we visit it.

Lewis Crane

W Trek Torres del Paine

20-Jan-2024

Thanks for an amazing time! The tour was well organized. The company was very flexible when I had to move the date of the trip. The guide was very knowledgeable and experienced. Thanks!

Rainnie

Ausangate Circuit Trek

20-Jan-2024

That's an insane unforgettable trekking experience with your team! We are so satisfied with their professionalism and enthusiasm! Milton did a great job he is an expert and he took good care of us! He is so passionate about his love of hiking & trekking. Along the trek he shared his knowledge about everything the Andeans local languages and community beliefs. Our cook was a wonder to us :) He was so fun friendly and chilled. He knows how to cook.

Pam & Kelly Foyster

O Circuit Trek

20-Jan-2024

The staff are AMAZING. I thought we were joining a group but on a private trek! The guide was professional highly qualified incredibly helpful and hyper-focused on our safety and enjoyment the entire time. Our porter did not speak English but was also overqualified (highly skilled climber) for this job and great to be around. We even had a cook (what?!?!) which blew us away because we thought we would be eating in refugios (there is excellent food service even in the tent-only areas. His cooking spoiled us completely and there was always more than enough to eat.

Charles Cole

O Circuit Trek

20-Jan-2024

My son and I did the 'O' circuit of Torres del Paine which Unu Raymi managed to arrange for us at short notice. It was a fantastic 7-day trip with stunning scenery. What made it special for us was we had a guide (Ivan) and porter (Hugo) who taught us so much about the land the flora and fauna and the history of Chile and. Patagonia. We also met many people doing the same route as us worldwide. I highly recommend Unu Raymi to anyone who would like to visit Patagonia

Ben Connolly

Backpacker Special Peru Edition

21-Jan-2022

We have had the time of our lives and the best is still to come. We are very happy with everything! We loved Puno and everything else has been amazing :) Thanks

Rainnie

Ausangate Circuit Trek

20-Jan-2024

Brett Schlesinger (USA)

O Circuit Trek

20-Jan-2024

This was a trip I will never forget! James @ Unu Raymi was incredibly helpful in preparing me & answering my questions and organizing the trip. He went out of his way to schedule the trek between two other organized expeditions to satisfy my desire to travel.

Jenny Thwaite

Cotahuasi Canyon

20-Jan-2024

An avid trekker! I have been to Peru many times and trekked in many places with many different companies but I feel that my experience with Unu Raymi Expeditions has been the absolute and ultimate best.

Angela Yip

O Circuit Trek & El Chalt�n

20-Jan-2024

Although the organization was a bit messy it was eventually a great experience in Patagonia. James has been helpful when there are any unclarity or questions. The 'O' trek and El Chalten have so much to give. The guides are fantastic. They do all they can to make sure I'm safe but also they're a lot of fun!

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