Misti Volcano Ascent

2 Days

Start and finish Arequipa

Arequipa's volcanoes are spectacularly beautiful and an adventure site for climbers and walkers in Peru.

Misti is the smallest in the range of three – Chachani (6,075m) and Ampato (6,310m) the other two – but is no less imposing from the valley.

The dry season is the best time to scale Misti, which rewards walkers with stunning views of the region and its crater.

Itinerary - day 1

It’s an early pick-up from the hotel and then drive to Aguada Blanca reservoir, where the trekking starts to the camp at Monte Blanco, at 4,800 metres.

Day 2

Base Camp – summit (5,825m) around 5 – 6 hours. Very early start for summit. Visit the crater, superb views. Return to camp, pack up and return to Arequipa.

You could extend your trip by trekking the Inca Trail or visiting the Amazon.

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