Climbing Misti

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 5,825 m (19,111 ft) Starting Point: Arequipa

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arequipa (2,325 m / 7,628 ft) → Monte Blanco (4,800 m / 15,748 ft) Pickup from the hotel at 9:00 am. We drive in a 4×4 vehicle passing through Cabrerías until we reach 4,150 m (13,615 ft). We can observe South American camelids (vicuñas) in the Aguada Blanca and Salinas National Reserve, and sometimes condors. We hike approximately 3 hours to Monte Blanco camp at 4,800 m (15,748 ft). (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Monte Blanco → Summit (5,825 m / 19,111 ft) → Arequipa Very early after breakfast, we start the ascent to the summit of Misti Volcano (5,825 m / 19,111 ft), taking about 4 hours. We will enjoy the sunrise and impressive views of the Andes mountain range and the “Ring of Fire” (chain of volcanoes in southern Peru). The descent is easier and fun — we slide down the volcanic ash to our 4×4 vehicle and 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)