4-Day Cerro El Plomo Climb | Guided Ascent from Santiago
Escape the city and challenge your altitude limits on a 4-day guided expedition to Cerro El Plomo. Towering at 5,424 meters, this massive peak is the highest summit visible from Santiago de Chile and holds incredible historical significance as an Apu, a sacred guardian mountain for the ancient Incas.
Operated by Escalada Activa, this expedition is designed for physically fit nature lovers and adventurous hikers looking to break the 5,000-meter mark. While not a highly technical climb, the altitude demands respect. Our UIAGM and ACGM-certified guides will manage a safe, slow-paced acclimatization. We also utilize mules to carry the heavy expedition gear, allowing you to save your energy for the summit push, where you will use crampons and an ice axe to cross a pristine high-altitude glacier. The reward? An unmatched, panoramic view of the Central Andes Range, including the mighty Mount Aconcagua.
Highlights
- ✓ The Guardian of Santiago: Summit a 5,424m peak steeped in ancient Incan history and visible from the entire city of Santiago.
- ✓ Mule Support: Hike comfortably! Mules transport all heavy group equipment and logistics up to Camp Federación.
- ✓ Premium Logistics: All meals, round-trip transport from Santiago, and high-altitude mountain tents are fully included.
- ✓ Expert Leadership: Climb safely under the direct supervision of UIAGM-certified mountain guides.
Tour FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation policy
31+ days before departure: The 30% deposit is retained; any additional payments made will be fully refunded.
15-30 days before departure: 50% of the total expedition cost is non-refundable.
14 days or less before departure: 100% of the expedition cost is non-refundable.
Weather & Safety Turnarounds: Summiting a 5,000m+ peak in the Andes is highly dependent on weather and route conditions. If the UIAGM guide determines that conditions are unsafe, or if a participant's physical condition or altitude sickness poses a risk, the guide has the absolute authority to turn the team around. In these safety-related scenarios, no refunds are issued.
Reservation conditions
A 30% non-refundable deposit is required upon booking to secure your expedition dates, mule reservations, and guide assignments.
The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the expedition start date.
Prior to the climb, participants must complete a health and acclimatization questionnaire.
Meeting point map
Current meeting point: Meeting point will be confirmed after your inquiry is reviewed.
Your guide
CAG Travel
CAG Travel is a Chilean DMC (Destination Management Company) founded by Patagonia guides with over a decade of experience on the region's most demanding routes. We are a direct operator, not a platform or aggregator. Every expedition we run is guided by a certified professional who knows the route personally.
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