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Volcano Villarica

Overview

A classic snow capped cone volcano just outside Pucon. One of the most climbed mountains in South America. There are group departures daily (depending on the weather) from the agencies in Pucon.

Volcano Villarica 2847m
Duration: 1 Day, 1600m ascent
Grade: Hard due to 1600m ascent and use of ice axe and crampons
Access: Private vehicle / Private tour
Costs: about CL$120,000
Equipment: Ice axe and crampons year round
Volcanic Activity: http://www.sernageomin.cl/volcan-villarrica/

 

Photos

Refugio Villarica
Ascending under the chair lift
Large groups zig-zagging up the Volcano
The route up
On the summit crater rim. Volcano Llaima can be seen to the north

Info

Just 10km's south of Pucon; this volcano is most commonly climbed as part of an organised group from Pucon. There are regulations in place and a solo/independent ascent should be possible, but enquireat CONAF office in Pucon. All organised groups are provided with crampons, ice axe and protective clothing for a safe ascent of the Volcano.

Access: From pucon take the road to Refugio Villarica. There is a CONAF office on the road up to the refugio.

Route: From the car park at the refugio follow the line of the chair lifts to the top lift then there is usually a well work trail in the snow (or rocks) straight up to the summit. The last section before the summit is much steeper.

Useful links:
Update on volcanic activity: http://www.sernageomin.cl/volcan-villarrica/

Accommodation: Pucon is a thriving tourist town with numerous large supermarkets, banks and petrol stations and plenty of accommodation option to suit every budget.

CONAF Office: The CONAF office in the center of Pucon (Lincoyan 336. Open 9:30am - 6:30pm Monday to Friday) will be able to give up to date route and access info about this Quetrupillan ascent.

Overview Map

Volcano Villarica 2847m



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