Ampato rises more than 20700ft (6310m) above sea level. A vent developed on the northeast side of Ampato Volcano where a flank eruption occurred. This mountainous region is part of the Western Cordillera where the climate is extremely arid, with most areas receiving less than 10 inches (25 centimeters) of precipitation annually. In 1995, during an ascent of Mt. Ampato, the anthropologist Johan Reinhard found Momia Juanita ("Mummy Juanita"), better known in English "The Ice Maiden", is a 15th century Inca mummy of a 12- to 14-year-old girl who died sometime between 1440 and 1450. She is also known as the Lady of Ampato and The Frozen Lady. This was an extraordinary discovery because it allowed biological tests to be run on the lung, liver, and muscle tissue, revealing new insights on Inca health and nutrition during the reign of Sapaq Inca Pachacuti Inca Yupanqui.
We offer from 2 up to 5 days guided trip to the summit of this spectacular sacred Inca Mountain, the climb require good physical condition and minimum experience using the climb gear as crampons and ice axe.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arequipa - First Base Camp 4800m. At 7am leave from your hotel in Arequipa to Sallalli, off road travel by our 4WD to the base of mount Ampato. On the way we will observe big groups of Alpacas, Llamas and Vicuñas into the national reserve of “Aguada Blanca y Salinas”, that is located behind the Chachani and Misti volcanoes, after 5 hours we will arrive to the first base camp (4800m). Overnight.
Day 2: To the Second Base Camp 5400m. At 7am packing all our camping and climbing gear and then we will do 5 to 6 hours climbing to second base camp (5400m), giving plenty of time to enjoy the views around. This day, we will climb on the southern east face of this mount. At 2pm we will set up the second base camp. Overnight.
Day 3: Summit Day 6380m. At 2 or 3am after early breakfast, using all our climbing equipment (ice axe - crampons - head lamp - ice boots - etc.). We will do 5 to 6 hours of very slow climb, at the top we will see the canyon lands, snow peaks, closer we will see the Sabancaya and Walca Walca volcanoes and the amazing Andes of the southern of Peru. At the top is possible to visit the archaeological site where the maiden of Ampato (Juanita, the Inca mummy) was found in 1995 by the American Johan Reinhard. Then 4 hours descend to the first base camp for the night.
Day 4: Colca Canyon / Arequipa or Puno. Optional: You can continue visiting the Colca Canyon - drive back to Arequipa or you can travel to Puno.
Price Includes:
- Mountain experienced English speaking guide
- Porters (Meals + Equipment)
- Private four wheel drive (4X4)
- Camping Equipment (Four season tent and mattress)
- Climbing gear (Standard or automatic crampons, ice axe and rope)
- Porters to carry equipment and food
- Meals on the Mountain
- Oxygen and first aid kit for all participants and our camp staff
- Communication system
- Climb price include government taxes
- A present of our agency
Price Excludes:
- Alcoholic drinks
- Sleeping bag -15 Cº
- Breakfast on the first day/lunch on the last day
- Tips for guide and camp staff
Rain Season: December to March. Some days blue sky with good conditions for climb.
Best Time for Climb: April to November, on the rain season same days are with good weather (blue sky) permitting to climb this volcano. Before to book your tour please see the weather report.
Advice for Climbers: To have good acclimatization, good physical conditions and good quality winter clothes. One day before all the climbers will have meeting with the mountain guide at our office or in the hotel, who will give a briefing about this climb and also you can check the quality of the climb gear will be used on the mountain.
What You Need to Bring/Carry:
- Backpack 70Lt minimum
- Sleeping bag -15Cº (can be hired from our office for US$4.00 per day, in Arequipa)
- Windproof jacket
- Strong comfortable and waterproof boots
- One complete change of clothing
- Sweater and thermal pants (something warm)
- 8Lt of water per person, minimum
- Flashlight and batteries
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
- Sun block (sun protection cream)
- Toilet paper
- Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc,
- Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
- Binoculars
- Your personal first aid kit
- Walking sticks or poles.
Porters will cost $20 us dollars per day, to carry your personal items. You will need to carry with you a daypack with your Camera, bottle of water, snacks, a fleece or something warm and a poncho in case of rain (unlikely in Dry season but as a precaution) and anything you will need before lunch as porters do not walk alongside you. Your bag will be waiting for you in your tent at campsites.
Please note there are fines if you give an excess of 18 kgs so try to underpack rather than overpack. You can hire a porter in our office of Arequipa to carry your pack over the base camp.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Private VIP service (private van):
2 participants US$368 each
3-4 participants US$328 each
5 to more participants US$288 each
Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members
Discount 10%: Tour Operators or Travel Agencies Only
Students: US$5 discount only with valid green ISIC card
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