What to expect
Service stop recommended before departure, safety briefing, and preparation for the ascent.
1 HourFirst stop to visit archaeological remains on the ascent route.
20 MinutesNatural formation marking the entrance to the Andes.
20 MinutesRest and hydration break to adapt to altitude.
30 MinutesPanoramic drive and exploration inside the park.
1 HourObservation of flamingos and high-Andean landscapes.
1 HourDinner and overnight stay at Maricunga Refuge (3,800 masl) or El Volcán Refuge (4,400 masl), depending on availability.
Morning meal before resuming the expedition.
1 HourStop to admire unique salt flat ecosystems.
40 MinutesScenic stop to observe waterfalls at high altitude.
40 MinutesPanoramic stop to admire the snowcapped massif.
30 MinutesBreathtaking view of the tallest volcano on Earth.
1 HourScenic stop with the option to bathe in natural thermal waters.
1 HourObservation of the salt flat and its biodiversity.
30 MinutesFinal stop to visit Andean wetlands.
40 MinutesReturn transfer to Copiapó.
3 HoursWhat you should know
- Comfortable trekking shoes
- Thermal clothing and windbreaker
- Wool hat and sun hat
- Gloves and thick socks
- Animals
- Alcohol
- Minimum age: 14 years old
- Duration: 2 days / 1 night
What is included
- Round-trip transport in 4x4 vehicle
- Certified guide
- Snacks on day 1 and day 2
- Dinner at the refuge on day 1
- Breakfast on day 2
- Accommodation in mountain refuge
- GPS and safety equipment
- Trekking poles, headlamps, and first aid kit
What is not included
- Lunches on day 1 and day 2
- Entrance ticket to Nevado de Tres Cruces National Park
- Personal insurance
Location
Copiapó, Atacama, Chile: Copiapó, Atacama, Chile
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