We will meet at the Ermitaño Expediciones agency, where our guides will introduce themselves and help you prepare your equipment for the day.

The car ride to the base of the volcano takes about 40 minutes. We begin walking at 1,200 meters above sea level.

Once we arrive at the base of the volcano, the guides will give you instructions before starting the climb.

Chairlift might be working from January - February - March.

During winter, the entire volcano is covered in snow. During the middle of the summer, only 50% of the volcano has snow, and at the end of the summer, only the glacier is left on the volcano – about 20% of the climb. Throughout the day, we will take several breaks to hydrate, eat snacks, take pictures, review your equipment, and talk about the volcano. Your guides will stay with you the entire day.

We will climb the last 20 minutes to the crater without a backpack. The view from the summit is magnificent and the feeling of standing at the edge of the crater is thrilling.

The crater itself is around 200 meters in diameter and 100 meters deep.

The volcano has a constant emission of gas, for which every climber is given a mask as part of their safety equipment. If you're lucky, you just might be able to see magma inside the crater !

The way down the volcano is a unique experience. Fully-equipped with waterproof pants and a sled, you’ll slide down on the snow ! This takes (between 20 minutes and one and a half hour). We´ll walk on rocks or snow for the last part. However, depending on the conditions of the snow, we might have to walk some of all the way.

We’ll arrive back at the Ermitaño agency around 4:30pm – depending on the season.

The activity ends at the agency, where you will be received with a refreshing drink or beer and a delicious snack. It’s a wonderful moment to celebrate your achievement and reflect on your experience of climbing the most active volcano of Chile !