Experiences / Arequipa & Colca Canyon
Chachani: Your First 6,000 m Peak
One of the most accessible six-thousanders in the Andes
- Duration
- 2 days
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Group size
- 2–8
- Minimum age
- 16
- Cancellation
- Moderate
- Meeting point
- Arequipa hotel pick-up
- Operated by
- Cóndor Profundo Trek
Overview
Chachani rises to 6,075 m just north of Arequipa, and a 4x4 track to almost 5,000 m makes it one of the easiest ways to stand above 6,000 m. After a short walk to base camp you rest, eat and sleep early.
The summit push starts around 1 am, zigzagging up rocky ridges and, in some seasons, short snow sections where crampons are used. Guides set the pace and carry emergency oxygen.
Highlights
- Stand above 6,000 m
- 4x4 access to nearly 5,000 m
- Views of El Misti and the Arequipa basin
- Crampon practice on summit snowfields
- Experienced high-altitude guides
Included
- 4x4 transport
- Certified mountain guide
- Crampons, helmet and harness
- Camping gear and meals
- Emergency oxygen
Not included
- Sleeping bag
- Mountaineering boots (rentable)
- Tips
Before you go
Previous acclimatization at 4,000 m or more is mandatory. Good physical condition required.
