Volcano Villarica Climb
A highly active snowcapped Volcan in the Chilean Lake District. One of the most frequently climbed in South America.
| Duration | 1 days | |
| Distance | 18km round trip | |
| Height | 2847m | |
| Start | Pucon | |
| Finish | Pucon | |
| Difficulty | Medium | |
| Access | Easy | |
| Park Entrance | sign in if approaching from Pucon | |
| Notes | Park authorities require proof of experience if ascending without a guide. |
Location
Towers over the touristy town of Pucon in the Chilean lake District.
Transport:
No public Transport, but many tour groups climb the Volcano on a daily basis (u$d 100 +).
Accomadation:
Pucon - Large toursit town
Route:
From the chair lift the route is usually visable from the paths of the tour groups. Authorities usually insists that ascents are made with an organised group.
Map
JLM Mapas: Pucon, San Martin de los Andes No. 7
Images:
Summit Views
Looking down into the active crater
Groups preparing for the snow ascent
Villarrica from Pucon
Wednesday, 8th September