
The traverse
of Calbuco
Volcano takes two days and starts on the southern face
of the volcano this is to say from Chapo Lake.
This tour starts at 5:00 am picking you up at your accommodation
to continue to our starting point close to Chapo Lake at the
southern face of Calbuco volcano. From here we start our hike
through majestic alerce
tree forests (one of the world’s longest living trees).
From the national park’s control point our trek through
picturesque landscapes takes us about 5 to 6 hours. We build
up our camp close to the summit to watch sunset to our feet
from this unique outlook. The next day’s descent follows
the ascension route of the one
days climb.
Included:
·
Transfer from Puerto Varas
· Required climbing
equipment
· Safety equipment
· Telecommunications and first-aid-kit
· Tent and camping equipment
· All food
· Experienced guide
· Additional insurance (Interamericana)
What you need to bring:
· Fitness according to the activity
· Appropriate clothing
according to weather conditions
· Solar protector and sun glasses
· A sleeping bag
· Hiking shoes
· 2 liters of water
Time: 2 days (start: 6:00 am first day, end:
second day about 7:00 pm)
Note:
Reservation at least 4 weeks in advance.
More
information:
Clothing
for mountaineering
When
we have to get back before reaching the summit
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