A five-day, expert-only expedition that climbs to 6,893 m on Ojos del Salado from Laguna Verde. Expect glacier travel, desert crossings, hot-spring recovery and extreme altitude—prepare with prior high-altitude climbs.
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A thin wind pushes across a salt-bleached plain as the Andes rise like a broken rampart. Camp at Laguna Verde sits under an open sky where stars feel close enough to touch and a steaming hot spring softens tired muscles. Over five days, the expedition moves from desert basins into a high, glacial corridor that ends at the summit of Ojos del Salado (6,893 m).
Difficulty
expert
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
High-altitude endurance and recent experience on 6,500m+ peaks; strong aerobic conditioning and load-carrying ability required
Wildlife
History
Ojos del Salado sits on the central Andes uplift formed by Nazca–South American plate convergence; it is recognized as the world’s highest volcano and has long been a landmark for local communities.
Conservation
The high-altitude desert ecosystem is fragile—pack out all waste, minimize group impacts near wetlands and follow guide instructions to protect water sources.
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Acclimatize first
Have recent climbs above 6,500 m and allow extra days for rest—acute altitude illness is the primary risk.
Technical gear ready
Crampons, ice axe and rope skills are required for the glacier and mixed rock sections on summit day.
Hydrate and ration water
High-altitude desert is dry—carry a hydration system and plan for limited meltwater availability.
Sun and cold protection
Strong UV and cold combine—use high SPF sunscreen, glacier sunglasses and insulated layers.
Insulated mountaineering boots
Stiff, double-boot compatibility for long summit pushes and cold nights.
summer
Crampons and ice axe
Necessary for glacier crossings and steep ice/rock transitions on the summit day.
summer
8000–9000 m-rated sleeping bag or -20°C bag
Warmth at high camp prevents hypothermia during nights above 4,000 m.
High-SPF sunscreen & glacier sunglasses
UV is intense at altitude; protect skin and eyes during long exposures.
summer