Cerro Marmolejo Expedition (6,108 m) – Southernmost 6,000m Peak in the World
Join us for a challenging 5 to 6-day high-mountain expedition to the summit of Cerro Marmolejo. Towering at 6,108 meters, this majestic stratovolcano is the southernmost 6,000m peak in the world. Located in the Andes on the border between Chile and Argentina, the mountain is renowned for its massive glacier, striking north face, and a 2-million-year-old caldera.
With 10 years of experience in high-mountain expeditions, our ACGM-accredited company and UIAGM-certified guides are dedicated to leading you safely through this demanding, pristine Andean environment. We handle the group logistics, including airport or Cajón del Maipo transfers, meals, and common equipment, allowing you to focus entirely on the ascent.
Highlights
- ✓ A Historic Summit: Conquer the world's southernmost 6,000-meter peak, first ascended in 1982 by the Club Alemán Andino.
- ✓ Expert Leadership: Climb with highly experienced, UIAGM-certified guides and an ACGM-accredited outfitter.
- ✓ Logistics Covered: Includes all breakfasts, snacks, and dinners, plus porterage for common equipment.
- ✓ Glacier Traversal: Navigate crevasses safely with provided technical group gear and roped travel on summit day.
Tour FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Cancellation policy
31+ days before departure: The 30% deposit is retained; any additional payments are 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 6,000m peak is highly dependent on weather and route conditions. If the UIAGM guide determines that conditions are unsafe, or if a participant's physical condition poses a risk, the guide reserves the right 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, guide assignments, and logistics.
The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the expedition start date.
Prior to the climb, participants must detail their prior high-altitude experience and complete a health/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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