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ERTI 4.61 overall
Based in United States
Price: From $4,350 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jul 2026
About Ojos del Salado
- Elevation
- 6,893 m (22,615 ft)
- Country
- Argentina
Climbing history
First ascent in 1937 by Polish expedition. At 6,893m, the world's highest volcano and second highest peak in the Southern and Western Hemispheres. Located on Chile-Argentina border. Contains the world's highest lake in its crater.
Notable itineraries
Normal Route/Northwest Ridge (6-10 days): Standard non-technical route with high camps. Argentine Route: Alternative from east side. Summit crater contains permanent ice lake. Acclimatization climbs on nearby peaks recommended.
Weather and best time to go
Weather: , Best Time to Visit: December to March, Average Expedition Length 2 weeks
Currency
Chilean Peso (CLP) on Chilean side, Argentine Peso (ARS) on Argentine side. USD accepted for expedition services. ATMs in Copiapó (Chile). Park permit required. Budget $1,500-3,000 for organized expedition.
Languages
Official: Spanish in both Chile and Argentina. English with expedition operators in Copiapó. Very remote region with limited services. Spanish essential for logistics.
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Recommended gear for Ojos del Salado
Technical essentials picked for glaciated mountaineering. Recommended by our expert team.
- La Sportiva G2 Evo Mountaineering Boots (double boots): View at CampSaver
- Petzl Sarken Crampons (Leverlock Universel) (crampons): View at CampSaver
- Black Diamond Raven Ice Axe (ice axe): View at Black Diamond
- Black Diamond Couloir Harness (harness): View at Black Diamond
- Black Diamond Half Dome Helmet (helmet): View at Black Diamond
- Global Rescue membership (rescue and evacuation): View at Global Rescue
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