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Trekking In The Colorado Volcano

8 hrs

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510.000 ARS

The Trekking at Colorado Volcano is among the top recommended climbs, not only for its scenic route, but also because it is accessible to anyone who wishes to experience it.

The ascent typically takes around 3 hours, with an additional couple of hours needed to return to the starting point. During the trek, you can take breaks at the natural rock viewpoints to capture photos of the spectacular landscapes and fully appreciate the unique summit, which offers a breathtaking 360° panoramic view of all the natural wonders that this destination has to offer.

Tour Description

The Colorado Volcano is a prominent hill located very close to the town of San Martín de los Andes, and its summit is visible from numerous locations including Catritre, the Route of the 7 Lakes, Quilaquina, Trompul, Lago Lolog, among others.

Our adventure begins with the pick-up of each passenger from their accommodation, heading towards the base of the mountain. The drive to the starting point takes approximately 40 minutes.

Once we start the hike, we will cross the pampas that lead us closer to the mountain’s base. Following a stream, we will enter a vast lenga forest, where trees can reach up to 30 meters high, and we’ll trek through canaverals of Colihues. The trail leads us deeper into a canyon with a steady, manageable ascent.

As we climb, the vegetation becomes sparser, revealing increasingly impressive views of the entire Lacar Basin, until the forest transitions into low shrubs.

Along the route, we will pass by numerous natural rock viewpoints before reaching the pre-summit, where the ground turns a deeper red as we approach the border. The texture of the rocks resembles pumice stone, a sign that we are entering the area of the ancient volcanic cone, where multiple eruptions have left a bath of solidified lava covering the summit.

The summit itself is the focal point of the region. From here, you’ll enjoy a panoramic 360-degree view, featuring Lacar Lake, the Chapelco mountain range, Cerro Abanico, the entire mountain range, Cerro Sabana, Mallo, Lago and Cerro Lolog, the iconic Lanín Volcano, and countless other landmarks.

The tour concludes with a comfortable return transfer, dropping passengers back at their hotels.

What’s included?

What’s included:

*Transfers from/to central hotels in San Martín de Los Andes. *Bilingual guide. *AAGM Guides (Argentine Association of Mountain Guides) - Guide in Spanish. *Medical-pharmaceutical and rescue coverage insurance. *Liability insurance. *Skilled personnel in first aid in wild areas, search and rescue.

What’s NOT included:

*Prices DO NOT include the cost of park entrance fees, port taxes, etc. *Food and/or drinks. *Extras not specified in the itinerary. *Cable lift to the hill.

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Traveler Class

Single Couple With friends

Cost Level

Average

Difficulty Level

Moderate

Type of Activity

Hiking & Trekking Sightseeing

Cancellation Policy

48hs before the trip

Type of interest

Nature and Wildlife