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Ascent to Villarrica volcano 2,847masl, from Pucón
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Ascent to Villarrica volcano 2,847masl, from Pucón

By Ermitaño Expediciones
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Overview
  • You will feel safe being guided by experts.
  • Climb one of the most active volcanoes in Chile and the world.
  • Be amazed by the breathtaking views.

Activity location

    • Pucón
    • Pucón, Araucanía, Chile

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Brasil 555, 4920463 Pucon, Pucón, Araucanía, Chile | Ermitaño Expediciones agency
    • Pucon, Araucanía, Chile

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup.
  • What's includedWhat's included Transport from Pucón.
  • What's includedWhat's included Insurance.
  • What's includedWhat's included Entrance to the Villarrica national park.
  • What's includedWhat's included Certified mountain guides.
  • What's includedWhat's included Mountain equipment: Backpack, shoes, gaiters, crampons, helmet, ice axe, over pants, over jaket, sledge, gloves.
  • What's includedWhat's included Fotos & videos.
  • What's includedWhat's included Beers or juice with a snack at the end of the tour.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Shorts, Sleeveless shirts, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: Children under 12 years
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Villarrica volcano is the most active volcano in Chile, and its last eruption was in 2015. When we reach the summit, at 2,847 metres above sea level, you’ll be inspired by incredible views of the towns of Pucón and Villarrica, nearby lakes, and other volcanoes in the region.

6.00am or 6.30am: We start in our office to get ready for the adventure! Here we will give you all the equipment you need.
Then we take the transport for 40 minutes to reach the base of the volcano (at 1200 masl).
7.30am: We start walking for about 6 to 7 hours to reach the summit (2847 masl).
2pm: Maximum time to reach the summit. Its summit will allow you to enjoy a panoramic view of Pucón, Villarrica, several lakes, and many volcanoes in the area. Depending on its volcanic activity, it is possible to see magma inside its crater.
2.30pm: We start the descent of the volcano, during winter, autumn and spring we will be able to slide in the snow, during summer we will walk down. The descent between 2 to 4 hours aprox.
4pm/6pm: A cold beer awaits you at the office to celebrate your achievement !

*Access to the summit subject to restrictions by the authorities due to volcano activity levels. During yellow alert we can only get ultil 2450 masl.

This activity is of moderate difficulty. No previous experience is necessary.

Location

Activity location

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    • Pucón
    • Pucón, Araucanía, Chile

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Brasil 555, 4920463 Pucon, Pucón, Araucanía, Chile | Ermitaño Expediciones agency
    • Pucon, Araucanía, Chile