Peak Pursuit: Untouched 5000 of Atacama Desert

This depends on logistics, approaches, and weather. Most of the time, we attempt 2 peaks — sometimes 3 — but it’s rare to climb more than that.

That’s part of the magic! There’s no way to be 100% sure. The peaks we selected are extremely likely to be unclimbed, but confirmation only comes once we’re at the summit.

The best option is to fly to Santiago, Chile, and then take a domestic flight (usually with Sky Airlines) to Copiapó. This second flight is often cheap. LATAM also offers international connections to Copiapó that can sometimes be even more affordable.

Laguna Santa Rosa Hut is cozy, well-maintained by a local agency, and equipped with beds and a toilet. It’s perfect for initial acclimatization.

No, but we can rent it in Mendoza and bring it for you. If you want to rent boots, please draw the outline of your foot on an A4 sheet, scan it, and email it to us in advance.

Yes. There are exchange offices that accept USD, Euros, and British Pounds. Best rates are typically for US dollars.

Yes! We carry a satellite phone (USD 3/min). We also publish daily updates to our Facebook page using a SPOT satellite tracker.

Absolutely! Our blog and Facebook page are updated regularly with expedition progress, messages, and even photos. It’s the best way for your family to follow your adventure.

Yes. We carry solar panels and use 12V car plugs when driving. Keep in mind, sunlight availability affects solar charging capacity.

• If you cancel 1 week before departure, partial refunds may be possible — contact us for details.
• If you leave in Copiapó, you can still enjoy hotel and transportation services, but we can’t refund costs due to booked logistics.
• If you quit after departing Copiapó, you’ll be responsible for transport and accommodation costs.
• If you quit during a summit push, a guide will always accompany you — you’ll never descend alone.
• To return from remote areas like San Francisco, one of our 4WD vehicles must drive 600 km roundtrip. You’ll need to cover those costs (fuel, driver, guide, etc.).

No. Equipment rentals must be paid in USD cash directly to our guides.

Yes, but it’s free! We handle the DIFROL permit for you as part of the expedition logistics.

Please let us know well in advance and remind our guide on-site. Unfortunately, due to logistical limits, we can’t accommodate macrobiotic, vegan, or celiac diets unless you bring your own food.

Our expedition leader is experienced in mountain medicine and can handle most altitude-related issues. We carry a comprehensive medical kit.

All guides are trained in mountain rescue. We use our 4WD vehicles for evacuation if needed — you can reach medical care in just a few hours.

We don’t recommend Diamox for this expedition. The Andes are extremely dry, and Diamox is a diuretic that can hinder acclimatization in these conditions. It’s better suited for more humid environments like the Himalayas.

Yes! Maximo lived in the UK for 10 years and is fluent. Our other guides also have excellent communication skills — you’ll have no trouble understanding them.

We recommend a high-quality down sleeping bag with a comfort temperature of -10°C to -15°C. Always check the “comfort” rating, not the survival or extreme temperature label.