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Difficulty

Technical difficulty

Climbing “Ojos del Salado” volcano via the Argentinean side does not present any technical difficulties; this means that the participant does not require any previous climbing experience on rocks or ice. This route may be climbed, just by walking. You may have to use crampons and fixed ropes for your security, depending on the conditions of the route. These decisions will be made by guides during the expedition.

Physical difficulty

In order to avoid any kind of inconveniences in the process of acclimatization and to succeed in reaching the summit, we suggest you to follow a training program adapted to the activity that you are going to do, as well as eating a balanced diet some months before the start date of the expedition. This is important to have more chances to reach the summit, because most of the days you will walk many ours.

Other types of difficulties

The biggest problem that you can face on your expedition is the effects of the altitude on your body. This can be overcome with a previous training and correct acclimatization. (This aspect is covered in our program). Another difficulty is the low temperatures on the mountain, the effects of which are reduced with a high-quality clothing and equipment.