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MOUNTAINEERING

 
MISTI VOLCANO
2 Days / 1 Night
 
TOUR DESCRIPTION (DIFFICULTY: NONE)
BREAKFAST   BOX LUNCH   LUNCH   DINNER

DAY 01 AREQUIPA / BASE CAMP
Very early transfer to the Aguada Blanca Dam (4,150 m.a.s.l) in a 4 x 4 vehicle. The journey will last round 3 hours. Arrive at the hiking starting point, where one will ascend for 3 hours until reaching the Base Camp (4,800 m.a.s.l.). Overnight in tents. 

DAY 02 BASE CAMP / AREQUIPA
Very early morning, the 5 to 6 hour ascent starts heading towards the summit (5,825 m.a.s.l.). Visit the crater where there is some fumaroles activity going on. The landscape from the peak is impressive. Return to camp (1 hour trip), and then to the transportation (1 hour journey) where vehicles will transfer you to the city of Arequipa (approx. 2 ½ hour journey).

 
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES
 
  • Round  trip private transportation.
  • Thermal mountain tents.
  • Insulating mat.
  • First Aid kit and safety equipment.
  • Full meals.
  • Dining tent.
  • Tableware.
  • Tent and kitchenware.
  • Porter for group equipment.
  • Cook.
  • International Mountain Guide
WHAT TO BRING
 
  • Sleeping bag
  • Comfortable and warm clothing
  • Gloves
  • Cap
  • Hat for the sun
  • Backpack to take personal objects
  • Sunglasses
  • Proper hiking shoes
  • Water bottles
  • Walking sticks
  • Small flashlight and other personal objects that should not exceed in volume or weight.
NOTES
 
Having a good acclimation is required.