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MOUNTAINEERING

 
AMPATO SNOWCAPPED MOUNTAIN
3 Days / 2 Nights
 
TOUR DESCRIPTION (DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM)
BREAKFAST   BOX LUNCH   LUNCH   DINNER

DAY 01 AREQUIPA / BASE CAMP
In the morning, depart on a private 4 x 4 vehicle to the base of the mountain. During the journey visit tourist sites. After a 6 hour journey . arrival to the Sallalli sector, where Base Camp (4,700 m.a.s.l.) will be installed. Overnight in tents.

DAY 02 BASE CAMP / CAMP 1
On this day hike for 5 hours until reaching Camp 1 (5,400 m.a.s.l.). Overnight.

DAY 03 CAMP 1 / AREQUIPA
A very early slow paced ascent with mountain gear starts (approx. 6 hours) until reaching the summit (6,318 m.a.s.l.). After an archaeological visit, return to Camp 1 to then descent for 2 hours to the transportation that will drive you to the city of Arequipa (approx. 5 hour journey).

Photo: PromPerú
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.