Expedition Ojos del Salado
This 5-day expedition is designed for experienced mountaineers with prior acclimatization, having already climbed peaks above 6,500 meters like Aconcagua, Llullaillaco, or Tupungato within the past week. Due to its extreme altitude and unpredictable conditions, this route is suitable only for those with high-altitude experience. Risks include severe altitude sickness, adverse weather, and technical terrain, making it essential for participants to be fully prepared.
Features
Tailored for those acclimatized at Aconcagua or similar conditions.
Fixed departures only.
Camping at Laguna Verde with natural hot springs for relaxation.
Wildlife sightings: foxes, flamingos, llamas, etc.
Exposure to extreme desert conditions and low temperatures.
Support from a 4×4 truck for desert crossing.
Energy-saving transport to the last camp at Tejos.
Expedition Details
Expedition Details
Duration: 5 days
Altitude: 6,893 meters / 22,615 feet
Location: Copiapó, Chile
What's included
- All group equipment; rope, high altitude tent, stove, GPS, etc.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Mountain tents (1 tent per 2 persons)
- Private transportation to climbing areas (4WD)
- Cooking kit All meals within the expedition (Breakfast, box lunch, dinner
- Mountain guide (Spanish / English )
- Heart rate monitor and oximeter VHF Radio Satellite internet at the base camp
- Dinner tent (with table and chairs)
- Professional first aids kit Inflatable mattres
- 1 hotel night in Copiapó (1 room per 2 persons)
- Transfer airport – Laguna Verde BC
- Toilet at the base camp Climbing permit
What's Not Included
- Personal mountain equipment
- Transfer to airport
- Traveling and rescue insurances. We strongly recommend you to get them
- Any other service which wasn’t mentioned above (restaurant meals, beverages , tips, etc.)
- International and national flights and boarding fees
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.