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“Volcán Misti” To climb this volcano by the northeast face is the best and easy way up to the summit, climbers have 90% posibility to get the top of Misti volcano. The trip runs through Aguada Blanca and Salinas national reserve, where are wild animals protected such as Vicuñas and Guanacos, also climber can have panoramic views all over the reserve and the back ide of Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcanoes located next to Volcan Misti. El Misti volcano (5825m) haves symmetrical cone of considerable scenic beauty, is located in southern Peru near of Arequipa city, the second largest city in the country, lies at the foot of El Misti in a fertile valley located 2400m above sea level. El Misti is a Quechua name, means the gentleman. El Misti volcano stands at 5825m and lies between the mountain Chachani (6075m) and the volcanoPichu Pichu (5669m), these impressive mountains, located northeast of Arequipa, are visible almost year-round, but especially during winter (April-December). Misti has been active numerous times since historic records began. The last strong eruption of Misti is thought to have occurred between 1438 and 1471. Many other eruptions have been reported since the mid-15th century affected Inca inhabitants living near the volcano. The last eruption of this volcano was in 1870. Also the archaeologist found several Inca mummies near the crater. Most of the city's colonial buildings were constructed from El Misti's white volcanic stone (sillar).

Day 1
At 8am at your and travel in our four wheel drive, for 3 hours from Arequipa. On the way up to Misti Volcan, we stop in the national reserve of Aguada Blanca and Salinas, where it is possible to observe the wonderful animals called Vicuñas, Guanacos, Eagles, Viscachas, Deer and sometimes Condors. Living at 4000 meters above sea level, they are protected species by the government and all the communities surrounding the reserve and Misti volcano. After cross the Aguada Blanca lagoon we will arriving at 4200m in jeep, and then 4 hours hike on the sandy way up to the base camp, located at 4700m named Monte Blanco. Set-up tents and spend the night.

Day 2
At 2 or 4am wake-up time depending on how is the weather and after a hot energetic breakfast we start the climb to the summit. If Misti is completely covered by the snow, we take all our necessary climbing equipment. From the base camp to Misti summit (5825m) takes between 4 - 5 hours doing slow steps and battling with the altitude and following single serpentine track. After reaching the top, there we stay for a nice time getting spectacular views of the landscapes of Chachani, Pichu Pcihu, Coropuna, Ampato, Hualca Hualca, Sabancaya, Misti, Ubinas, Salinas salt lake, Arequipa valley, etc. If the time permiting descend into the mayor crater from where is possible to see volcano activity or have a short walk over the top and around the biggest crater of this volcano. After the stay at the top of Misti, we go back down one hour approximately to our base camp, packing all the camping equipment and continue going down to our private 4WD. At 1pm come back to Arequipa and end of our trip.

TOUR INCLUSIONS

Mountain English speaking guide
Oxygen and first aid kit
Communication system
Camping equipment (Tents - Mattress)
Climbing gear (Crampons, ice axe and rope)
Dining tent
Porters to carry meals and camping gear
Private four wheel drive vehicle
Meals on the Mountain.