Llaima Volcano Ascent

About this tour

The guided ascent of the Llaima volcano is one of the great mountaineering experiences of La Araucanía. At 3,125 meters, this imposing stratovolcano rises in the heart of Conguillío National Park, surrounded by araucaria forests, ancient lava fields, lagoons and some of the most iconic landscapes of southern Chile. The activity involves a long day progressing over volcanic slopes and snow or ice sections, depending on the season and mountain conditions. The route gains more than 1,600 meters of elevation, so it demands very good fitness and endurance. Throughout the route, a professional guide leads the route choice, the pace and the use of crampons, ice axe, helmet and other technical gear when conditions require it. From the upper sections — and the summit when conditions allow — you get an extraordinary panorama of Lake Conguillío, the park's forests and lagoons, and the Sierra Nevada, Lonquimay, Tolhuaca, Villarrica and Lanín volcanoes. More than reaching a summit, this is a demanding, safe experience deeply connected to the Andean landscape.

Itinerary

What's included

• Professional guide
• Technical equipment
• Full transport from Temuco
• First-aid kit
• Accident insurance

Not included

• Meals (dinner, breakfast and trail snacks)

Personal gear you'll need

• 45L+ backpack
• Mountain boots
• Headlamp
• 2 pairs of gloves (fleece and/or waterproof)
• Pocket knife
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Warm hat
• Trekking/mountain pants
• Waterproof or windproof jacket
• Fleece jacket
• Warm jacket (down or synthetic)
• Long-sleeve synthetic base layer
• 1L+ water bottle
• Sunscreen

Technical gear we provide

• Ice axe
• Crampons
• Helmet
• Harness
• Poles