Licancabur Volcano (5.916 m) – 10 Days

An Expedition to the Father Mountain of the Atacama Desert.

Duration

10 Days

Tour Type

Private Tour

Program

Expeditions / Summits of the Andes / Explorations

  • Overview

Explore the Atacama Desert to the depth, on an epic adventure that will lead you to one of the most iconic volcanoes of the Atacama Desert, the mighty Licancabur Volcano, that stands with its impressive 5.916 meters over the Atacama Desert!

Licancabur translates to "Mountain of the People", Lican meaning people, and Cabur, meaning mountain. The ancient inhabitants of the Atacama Basin have worshiped this Apu or Mountain God until today.

An intense and breathtaking expedition to the summits of the Atacama Desert, isolated volcanoes of extreme beauty. Catered by the best outdoor logistics & organisation. Atacama Experience takes you to the holy summits.

This region of Northern Chile hides incredible off-the-beaten-track natural treasures, where we will unveil our adventure into the high lands! Experience a unique and unforgettable expedition that explores the fascinating high plateau, the Andean mountain chain, filled with impressive volcanoes and wildlife, on a one-of-a-kind traverse.

Supported by the best logistics and coordination, a great acclimatisation for your physical and mental preparation, where you and your partners will be able to trek, hike, camp, and prepare, at the same time as you enjoy the unique nature and landscapes during this breathtaking exploration.

An adventure that will take you through the most remote and impressive areas of the Atacama Basin, together with our team, with over 15 years of experience in guiding expeditions to these unique areas and challenging destinations. Experience the best outdoor adventure towards this summit, enjoying each day as a summit itself, because we strongly believe that every step is a summit to fulfil your dreamed adventure.

  • You will explore
  • San Pedro de Atacama.
  • The Salt Mountain Range.
  • Catarpe Canyon and old Inca Trails.
  • Pukara de Quitor Inca Fortress.
  • Isolated Andean Villages.
  • Puritama Hot Springs.
  • Camping in diverse altitude levels.
  • Trekkings through diverse vegetation levels.
  • Tatio Geysers.
  • Soquete Volcano (5.408 m).
  • Toco Volcano (5.560 m).
  • Green & White Lagoons (Bolivia).
  • Eduardo Avaroa National Park (Bolivia).
  • Licancabur Volcano (5.916 m).
  • Details of the program
  • We offer this expedition as a private service and also on fixed dates (join a small group of maximum 6 to 8 people/optional).
  • The private itinerary is adapted to your specific travel dates.
  • This program can be tailored (private option only), meaning if you wish to change or add some other place of interest to the itinerary, we will be pleased to adapt it to your specific requirements.
  • The dates for private trips are requested by the participants. If required, the itinerary can be adapted to the clients' needs and priorities.
  • Expedition dates are between October to end of March each year for best conditions (if you have other dates, please inform).
  • The service includes
  • Private and comfortable 4WD vehicles, vans or mini-buses, with professional drivers, air conditioning, heating, first aid kit, satellite phone & portable oxygen.
  • Professional English, German, French, Portuguese, Italian or Spanish-speaking mountain guides, with deep zone knowledge and first aid license (WFR or WAFA).
  • Professional outdoor logistics & coordination.
  • Camping in diverse vegetation levels.
  • Full logistic camps + basic gear that includes: dome tent (dining tent), 4-season mountain pro-tents, illumination for dome tent, tables, chairs, and other camp equipment, helmets.

Note: Sleeping bags, mats, trekking poles, harness, crampons, headlamps, and others can be hired from us for your expedition.

  • Climbing permits and all entrance fees to all places of interest, national parks & natural reserves.
  • Transfers from and to the airport of Calama.
  • Lodging for 4 nights at a local hotel in San Pedro de Atacama (double standard B/B).
  • All meals specified in the program (we adapt the menu to specific diets or restrictions).
  • Mineral water during all your outings (refill system for low ecological impact).
  • Non-massive tourism.
  • Private and personalised service.
  • Total assistance.
  • Not included
  • Lodging in Santiago de Chile (we can manage your lodging if you wish).
  • Alcoholic drinks at restaurants and hotels.
  • Tips
  • Personal international health and accident insurance.
  • Personal equipment (we offer shared equipment, such as tents, camp gear, and can also add/rent items, such as trekking poles, helmets, as well as many others. Please review the recommended list of equipment and conditions for each program).
  • Services not mentioned in your program.
  • Recommendations
  • First, second, and third layer: Warm wear/technical (for temperatures under -25° C). Down jacket, Gortex jacket & pants are required.
  • Headlamp
  • Light wear for the day (first and second layer / for trekking at lower areas, as well as warmer days).
  • Trekking poles.
  • 60 to 75-liter mountain backpack (75 liters recommended + large dry-bag for extra gear).
  • Comfortable trekking shoes, sport shoes & trekking sandals, high mountain boots (we highly recommend including high mountain technical boots as well).
  • Technical gloves, mittens (for under -20º C), mountain gloves.
  • Sun protection: Sunglasses, glacier sunglasses or goggles, hat or cap, wool or similar hat, buff or similar, sunblock factor 30 or 50, moisturizing cream, lip balm.
  • Swimming suit and towel.
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