Peru · Trekking

2-Day Misti Volcano Trek from Arequipa with Summit Camping

2 Days Round trip from Misti Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Climb El Misti, the seasonally snow-capped volcano rising to 5,822 metres
02 Trek through striking volcanic terrain between Arequipa's iconic peaks
03 Camp above 4,500 metres at the Pyramid Camp on Misti's slopes
04 Reach the summit and explore the dramatic high-altitude crater area

Climb El Misti, a stratovolcano of andesite, dacite, and rhyolite in southern Peru near Arequipa. With its seasonally snow-capped, symmetrical cone, Misti rises to 5,822 metres above sea level between Mount Chachani and Pichu Pichu volcano. This 2-day trek takes you through striking volcanic landscapes to a high camp and on to the summit, with sweeping views over its dramatic surroundings.

Start the trek early in the morning and reach the summit of the volcano.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Arequipa

Languages English, German, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arequipa to Misti and Pyramid Camp

Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa city at 8:00 am.
Drive to Misti, approximately one hour from the outskirts of Arequipa.
Start the trek to reach the first camp, or Pyramid Camp, which is named after the shape of some of the rocks. The camp is located at over 4,500 metres above sea level. Marvel at the flora and fauna in the area, such as hummingbirds, insects like the mountain fly, and more.
Have dinner cooked by the guide and stay overnight in a camping tent.

Day 02

Summit Climb and Return to Arequipa

Start the trek early in the morning and reach the summit of the volcano.
Cross rocky landscapes and reach the rocky arch, a point at over 5,000 metres above sea level.
Reach the crossroads that lead either to the crater or to the cross. If you decide to go to the cross, it requires an extra 45-minute climb, and the route is quite steep. However, it is also the nicest part of the landscape.
Arrive at the top of the cross that Jesuit Franciscans brought in 1900.
After 2 hours of climbing down, return to the camp.
Drive to Arequipa.
Drop off at the hotel.