Climbing Chachani

Route: Normal Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night Difficulty: Demanding Medium Activity: Adventure / Mountaineering Season: May / October Altitude: Between 2,335 m (7,661 ft) and 6,075 m (19,931 ft) Starting Point: Arequipa

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arequipa → Base Camp → Camp 1 (5,300 m / 17,388 ft) Pickup from your hotel and transfer by 4×4 to the base camp (4,800 m / 15,748 ft). From there, we walk to Camp 1 at 5,300 m (17,388 ft). (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Camp 1 → Summit (6,075 m / 19,931 ft) → Arequipa Very early in the morning we begin the ascent to the summit. After approximately 6 hours we reach the summit at 6,075 m (19,931 ft). You will enjoy an impressive view of the Volcanic Mountain Range. We descend by the same route back to Camp 1 and then to the road to return to Arequipa. (Breakfast, Lunch)

What is Included (Both Climbs)

• UIAGM Mountain Guide
• Cook (1) and Porters (2)
• 4×4 transport to the approach point
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
• Camping equipment (sleeping tent, kitchen tent, and bathroom)
• Kitchen logistic equipment (utensils)
• First aid kit
• Communication radio
• Personalized assistance

What is NOT Included (Both Climbs)

• Personal high-mountain clothing
• Personal technical equipment (boots, ice axe, crampons, harness, gloves, helmet, etc.)
• National Park entrance fees
• Extra food and drinks in the cities
• Airport taxes
• Travel Insurance
• Sleeping bag
• Mattress / sleeping pad
• 4 liters of water
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, porters)