Join a UIAGM certified guide from Ascenso Andino for this once in a lifetime 6-day ascent of Nevado del Tolima. This stunning 5,220m high volcano is in Los Nevados National Natural Park of the Colombian Andes!
Private
Andes
6 Days
Jan - Mar, Dec
High
Advanced
* Discover the breathtaking Nevado del Tolima mountain in the Colombian Andes
* Summit a 5200m stratovolcano and enjoy 360 degree panoramic views
* Join a local and highly enthusiastic guide who knows all the regions secrets
This is Nevado del Tolima, a monumental stratovolcano in the Los Nevados National Natural Park in the Andes of Colombia. This is your opportunity to ascend this giant and look over the world!
Although not extinct, Tolima’s last eruption was 3,600 years ago and the most recent volcanic activity recorded here was in 1943.
The views from its 5,200m peak are outstanding, 360 degree panoramic vistas over the Colombian Andes, including other volcanoes, glaciers, forests and more!
Our trip will see us ascend the mountain via the ‘Totaré’ glacier which is a technically difficult route that requires you have both glacier and mountaineering skill and experience.
We will meet in the settlement of Juntas, about 50km southeast of the large city, Pereira. We will use this day to cement the details of our plans for the summit. We will also explore this beautiful countryside.
On the second day we will undertake a long hike and reach the altitude of 3,700m. The third day we will visit the volcanoes thermal baths and hike a long distance.
Our fourth day will be a rest day, to recuperate and re-energise for the summit hike the next day.
The fifth day will see us set off at 2am towards the summit. When we reach the Totaré glacier we will put the proper equipment to use and ensure a safe ascension.
Once atop the summit you will have time to really absorb what an amazing and breathtaking view it is and what an acheivement you have made.
The last day we will return to Juntas in one trek and then enjoy a special meal in a local restaurant to cap off a wonderful expedition.
As you can imagine this trip is one of those once in a lifetime experiences, sign up now to summit this Andean volcano, witness stunning beauty and join a fun and dedicated guide!
If you would prefer a less demanding ascent then consider this ascension of Nevado del Tolina via the shimmer glacier instead!
- Accommodation included
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Personal insurance
- Porters
Bus transfer Bogotá – Anzoátegui. 4×4 transfer to Palomar. Night at the Hostal Villa Lucía (lunch and dinner included).
We will start the 17-kilometer trek to Termales del Cañón, visit the Laguna Bombona and spend the night in tents (breakfast, snacks and dinner included). Luggage transferred in horses.
We set off this morning from Termales de Cañón towards the summit.
We will use our technical equipment once we reach the Totare glacier.
This day, along with the descent from the summit, will involve about 14 hours on the move (breakfast, snacks and dinner included).
Today make the descent to La Escuela (8 kilometers).
Night in camping (breakfast, snacks and dinner included).
Descent from La Escuela to Juntas. Return to Bogotá (breakfast and lunch included).
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Personal Equipment list:
Head:
Body:
Hands and Feet:
Backpack:
Hydration:
Miscellaneous:
Camping Equipment:
Meeting point
Water bottle
Backpack
Sunglasses
Cap, waterproof jackent and pants, sunscreen, lip balm, gloves, trekking boots, socks, camping equipment.
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Aspirant Guide
Ascenso Andino is a rock climbing and high mountain agency based in Suesca, Colombia. Our staff of guides is professional, with more than 10 years of experience climbing and in expeditions in different mountains around the world.
Certificates
ASEGUIM | UIAGM
Brian
5
Richie was a great guide, pushed us when it was helpful and always aware of our surroundings and pace, always made sure we were hydrated and fed along the way. I can’t say enough good things about Richie, I’ll be using him again for other expeditions
Mariela
5
My trip was awesome! Ricardo was super friendly, knowledgeable in his skills, and made me feel safe in all 3 of the activities. Would totally recommend. Thanks! Mariela
Scott
5
We did the Nevado Santa Isabel trip in Los Nevados (not listed specifically on exploreshare, but we asked if we could do it). It was really spectacular and the service was great.
Tom
5
Explore share came through for me! So helpful!
Gilly
5
everything was great my guide was a good friend and we had a great climbing day. Thanks
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