Day 1 Arequipa - Huarancante Camp

Early this morning we depart for the highest point, "El Mirador de los Volcanes" (The Volcano Viewpoint). Our private transportation will take us a little over 5,020 meters (17,000 feet). After a 3-hour hike, we reach our base camp at approximately 5,200 meters (17,000 feet).

Day 2 Huarancante Camp - Huarancante Summit - Arequipa

Very early this morning we ascend to the summit of Nevado Huarancante, where we will enjoy an excellent view of the snow-capped peaks and sacred mountains (Apus) of Hualca Hualca, Sabancaya, Ampato, Coropuna, Misti, Chachani, Pichu Pichu, Ubinas, and Solimana. We descend to the camp and continue to our private transportation for the return trip to the city of Arequipa.

Departures for groups of 2 or more

INCLUDES:

- Transportation

- Official Tour Guide

- Camping equipment (2-person tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag)

- Mountaineering equipment (crampons, ice axe)

- Kitchen equipment (dining tent, tables, chairs, lamp, cooking utensils)

- Meals during the expedition (dinner and breakfast)

Meals include soups, creams, pasta, rice, fruit, and cereals, all rich in carbohydrates necessary to compensate for physical exertion. Hot drinks are also provided, including coca tea, which is excellent for altitude sickness.

Please note that you must carry your own equipment.

If you prefer not to carry your own equipment, you can hire a porter (please inquire about pricing with the agency).

NOT INCLUDED:

- Trekking poles

- Daypack or daypack

- Meals in town

- Personal clothing and hiking gear (Gore-Tex pants, jacket, gloves, hats, sunglasses, headlamp, hiking boots, rain poncho, water bottle, hats for heat or cold, sunscreen, etc.)