Incahuasi Volcano Expedition (6638mts)

Incahuasi Volcano (6638 mts) Incahuasi Volcano (6638 mts)

Tenth highest mountain in the America continent | Third highest Inca shrine

Incahuasi volcano, the third highest Inca shrine in the world.

The valley of six thousand in Catamarca is the place where there is the largest population of mountains of more than 6000 and 6500 meters high.
Incahuasi comes from the Quechua, "Inka wasi" and translates as "House of the Inca", it is a stratovolcano on the Argentine-Chilean border. This high mountain expedition will take you to know one of the sacred mountains, the third highest Inca shrine in the world after the Llullaillaco volcano and Cerro Mercedario.
From its summit we will have an impressive view of its crater and the highest volcano and second summit in America: Ojos del Salado (6893m).

Dear fellow countrymen, instead of going to the Andes with one of our agencies, go with Silvina. I promise you an adventure on another level with a determined, experienced, and strong Argentine woman.

Michal E. (Polonia)

Ojos del Salado Volcano Expedition (6893m) - Chile

Details Details

Target Audience:

Individuals with prior mountaineering experience above 5700 meters.
Those in good physical condition and health.
Psychological capacity to adapt to a rugged environment and the group dynamic.

Why chose us?

Small groups and personalized attention.
You only need to focus on training and bringing your personal gear.

Requirements:

Admission via interview.
Medical clearance including a stress test (ergometry).

Difficulty Level:

High. Involves hiking with a backpack over unstable terrain—whether on trails, scree slopes, or snowfields.

Ratio:

1 guide per 2 participants.

Minimum Group Size:

2 participants.

Dates:

November 10–22
April 9–21
For other dates, please contact via WhatsApp.

Starting point:

Fiambalá, Catamarca.

Duration:

13 days / 12 nights.

Itinerary Itinerary

9:00 AM: Meeting in Fiambalá.
9:30 AM: 4x4 transfer to Hostería Cortaderas.
2:00 PM: Trekking at Cerro Cortaderas.

Services: Shared rooms (with the group), beds with linens, and private bathroom | Meals: Box-lunch | Afternoon snack.

10:00 AM: Travel to Las Grutas. Settting up the base camp. Free afternoon to rest and adapt to the altitude.
Services: Inn | Breakfast | Lunch | Afternoon Snack | Dinner.

A day off to rest and prepare for the next challenge.

Accommodation: High-altitude tents or mountain refuge | Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner.

9:00 AM: Breaking camp and returning to Fiambalá.

Services: 4x4 transfer. Shared cabin with the group. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Travel from Fiambalá. Transfer to base camp; setting up camp. Carrying gear and water to Camp 1.

Services: High-altitude tents. Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

Ascent to Camp 1. Setting up camp.
Activity: 4 hrs | Ascent: 500 m | Distance: 6 km.
Services: High-altitude tents | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Dinner.

Gear carry to Camp 2. Return to Camp 1.
Activity: 5 hrs | Ascent: 650 m | Distance: 4 km.
Services: High-altitude tents | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (packed lunch), Dinner.

Trek to Camp 2 and camp setup. Overnight stay at C2.
Activity: 5 hrs | Ascent: 650 m | Distance: 4 km.
Services: High-altitude tents | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Dinner.

3:00 AM: Start of summit ascent. Return to Camp 2.

Activity: 13-16hs | Ascent: 938 m | Distance: 6 km.
Services: High-altitude tents | Meals: Breakfast, Box-lunch, Dinner.

Return to the vehicle, trip to Fiambalá. End of the expedition.
Services: Cabin in Fiambalá. Shared room with the group | Meals: Breakfast.

Excellent in every way—great organization. The two experiences I’ve had with Sil—one in Bolivia and now in Catamarca—demonstrate her level of commitment to her clients; so much so that we ended up becoming friends.
Thanks, Sil, for always supporting and encouraging me to aim higher.

Gustavo B.

Huayna Potosí - Bolivia / Ojos del Salado volcano expedition (6893m) - Chile

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What is included?

Accommodation

Fiambalá: Shared cabin—the night before the expedition begins, Day 7, and the final day.
Hostería Cortaderas: Beds with linens; shared rooms with private bathrooms.
High-altitude tents or emergency shelters—subject to availability.

Meals

Fiambalá: Arrival night (day prior) and conclusion: menu included in the cost.
Hostel / Mountain: Breakfast, packed lunch, afternoon snack, trail snacks, dinner (menu included in the cost).
Mineral water during the stay.
Group cooking equipment, stoves, fuel, cooking utensils, table, and chairs.

The packed lunch contains sandwiches, a sweet treat, fruit, and an isotonic drink.
The informal lunch consists of empanadas or 'picadas'.

Professional Guides

EPGAMT-certified professional guide with WFR certification.
Assistant guide (if applicable).
Specialized, personalized pre-trip assistance.
Advice on renting or purchasing mountain gear.

Communication
First Aid

Satellite communication.
VHF communication.
First aid kit.
Use of medical oxygen in emergencies.

Insurance

Personal Accidents.
Civil Liability.

4x4 Transfers and Logistics

Round-trip transfer in a private 4x4 vehicle from Fiambalá.
Off-road approach to the mountain; altitude reached depends on terrain conditions and accessibility.
Mountain area entry registration at Paso San Francisco.
Small groups.

Not included

Personal Gear

Personal gear.
Technical gear for personal use.
Included pre-trip advice applies to cases where gear is purchased or rented in advance. It is available from the moment of booking.
We can provide rental gear if booked in advance.

See required gear below.

Additional Expenses

Breakfast of 'Day 1'
Personal clothing / personal gear.
Dinner at the inn (only the breakfast is included).
Meals during the hike / Meals outside the mountain itinerary.
Meals in Fiambalá on rest days, as well as the day before and the day after the activity concludes.
Drinks.
Round trip from Catamarca to Fiambalá (325km).
Access fee to 'Balcón del Pissis' road (if applicable).
Access fee to the Fiambalá Hot Springs (if applicable).
Other extras not specified in the program.
Expenses incurred due to abandoning the activity.
Rescue and evacuation expenses.

Optional:
Photography - Video
Special meals

High-quality photography without a watermark.
Drone Photography / Video.
Special menu for vegetarian, keto, vegan option, etc.
A guide per person or a guide assistant - when the size of the group is small and it is not included in the services.

“Leave no trace.”

During the mountain activity, all waste that came with us returns with us.

Papers, fruit peels, toilet paper, wet wipes, feminine dressings, etc. They can be discarded upon arrival at the shelter or in the destination city upon completion.

Help us keep the mountain clean. Thank you so much!

Technical Gear (mandatory).

Bag or backpack to transport all your luggage.
Bag or nylon to waterproof it in case of rain.
30/40 liter backpack for personal items during activity.
Backpack or nylon cover to waterproof the trekking backpack.
Trekking poles.
Climbing helmet (with size adjustment).
Mountain boots with semi-rigid or rigid soles.
Sleeping bag, fiber or duvet (-15°C to -30°C).
Insulating and/or inflatable mat.
Headlamp. Replacement batteries.
Crampons.
Double Boots
In case of adverse or winter-like weather conditions:

Snow gaiters
Ice axe

Self Care

Sunglasses or goggles, CAT 4.
Sunscreen factor 60 or higher.
Lip protector.
Personal hygiene elements. Quick drying towel.
Personal first aid kit (band-aids, gauze, adhesive tape, povidone-iodine, 1 pair of disposable gloves, 2 elastic bandages, ibuprofen, sublingual reliveran, loperamide, rehydration salts) and prescription medication if applicable.
Suggestion: 70% alcohol to sanitize your hands.

Outfit

Two t-shirts (long sleeve/short sleeve).
Windstopper jacket.
Fine down jacket or synthetic filling.
Expedition down jacket (from 300 to 400gs filling).
Waterproof jacket.
Trekking pants.
Waterproof pants.
Warm hat, sun cap and buff neck scarf.
A pair of fleece gloves, a pair of waterproof gloves.
Mittens and/or Mitten Covers.
A pair of crocks (for resting in the shelter).
Two pairs of thin socks.
Two pairs of thick socks.

Others

Kitchen items (knife, fork, spoon, plate and unbreakable cup).
Containers to store at least 3 liters. of water per person.
Steel thermos for personal use (at least 500cm3).
Plastic bags to self-manage your waste.
Personal portable charger (powerbank) for camping or hut days.
Snacks (Ideas: nuts, gummies, cookies, nougats, cereal bars, candies, chocolates, salty snacks, etc.).

An incredible first experience. Cerro del Plata, 5,968 meters above sea level; a seven-day journey to the summit—and that was only half the trip. A huge learning experience and a major challenge for both body and mind. A big shout-out to "Mama Sil" (@andesxtadventures) and my fellow summiters for teaching me and sharing their experience with such patience.

Juan M.

Plata Mt. Expedition (5968m) - Argentina

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