Experiences / Bariloche & the Lake District
Lanín Volcano Ascent
Climb the perfect snow cone of northern Patagonia
- Duration
- 3 days
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Group size
- 2–6
- Minimum age
- 18
- Cancellation
- Strict
- Meeting point
- San Martín de los Andes
- Operated by
- Lagos y Cumbres Outdoor
Overview
A three-day climb of the 3,776 m Lanín, the iconic glaciated volcano on the Argentina–Chile border. Approach through araucaria forest, acclimatise at a high mountain hut and set out before dawn for the summit.
The reward: a view across a sea of lakes and volcanoes from Villarrica to Tronador.
Highlights
- Summit of a 3,776 m glaciated volcano
- Ancient araucaria forests
- Night at a high mountain hut
- Crampon and ice-axe skills
Included
- IFMGA/AAGM mountain guides (1:2 summit ratio)
- Technical gear: crampons, ice axe, helmet, harness
- Meals on the mountain
- Park permit processing
- Transfers
Not included
- Climbing permit fee
- Personal clothing
- Travel insurance with mountaineering cover
Before you go
Previous trekking at altitude recommended. Very good fitness for a 12-hour summit day.
