Climbing Mismi: Origin of the Amazon
Climbing & Trekking Mismi: This expedition to Mismi has two main objectives: First, to reach the summit of the Mismi mountain, and second, to visit the true source of the longest and grandest river on Earth: the Amazon. Satellite maps have confirmed that the Amazon's source is in the Carhuástaca ravine on the Mismi slope.
The summit of Mismi is located on the right flank of the Colca Canyon, in the province of Caylloma, Arequipa. The tour can take between 3 and 5 days, depending on the route taken. During the trip, we will appreciate the typical Andean landscape with its classic fauna (llamas and alpacas) and flora (ichu grass and yareta moss).
The usual starting point for the tour is the Andean village of Tuti, 45 minutes from Chivay.
Itinerary
Day 1: AREQUIPA - TUTI - AQUETA
We begin our journey from the city of Arequipa towards the town of Chivay (3,600 m.a.s.l.), where we will have lunch. Afterwards, we will continue to the village of Tuti (3,900 m.a.s.l.), where we will take a detour that leads us to the town of Ran Ran. From there, we will arrive at the Aquenta Valley (4,600 m.a.s.l.), where we will camp.
Overnight in tents
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: AQUETA - CARHUASANTA
After breakfast, we will travel by vehicle to the Carhuasanta Valley (4,700 m.a.s.l.), enjoying a volcanic landscape set against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks and a clear blue sky. Once in the Carhuasanta Valley, we will set up our base camp.
Overnight in tents
Meal plan: Full
Day 3: SOURCE OF THE AMAZON - MISMI - MISMI BASE CAMP
After breakfast, we will begin a one-hour hike to the source of the Amazon River, and then continue our trek to the summit of Nevado Mismi (5,597 m.a.s.l.), an average of three hours of hiking. After some time to enjoy the view, we will begin our descent to base camp.
Overnight in tents
Meal plan: Full
Day 4: MISMI BASE CAMP - TUTI
Today we will begin our descent from base camp to the village of Tuti.
Overnight stay in basic accommodation
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch
NOTE: On this day, there is an option to return in a 4WD vehicle.
Day 5: TUTI - AREQUIPA
After breakfast, we will begin our return to the city of Arequipa via Chivay, arriving between 4 and 5 pm.
Meal plan: Breakfast
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 (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
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.
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 the price with the agency).
NOT INCLUDED:
- Trekking poles
- Daypack or daypack
- Food in town
- Personal clothing and hiking gear (Gore-Tex pants, jacket, gloves, hats, sunglasses, headlamp, trekking shoes, rain poncho, water bottle, hats for heat and cold, sunscreen, etc.)
RECOMMENDED ITEMS:
- Trekking boots
- Trekking socks (synthetic fibers: Coolmax, etc.)
- Thermal socks
- Thin microfiber gloves
- Fleece or wool gloves
- Sun hat
- Warm hat (fleece or other)
- Microfiber and thermal base layers
- Fleece jacket
- Padded anorak (down or synthetic)
- Waterproof windproof jacket (Gore-Tex or other)
- Trekking pants
- Fleece pants
- Pants Waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)
-Waterproof poncho
-Altitude goggles (with side protection)
-Daypack or awning pack
-Water bottle
-Headlamp (with spare bulbs and batteries)
-Sunscreen (for lips and skin)
-Personal first-aid kit
-Camera equipment
-Toiletries and towel
-Plastic bags