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Challenge and Heights in the Andes: The 5 Highest Summits of the Andean countries

November 9 , 2023 | News

The Andes, the spine of South America, rise majestically, challenging those who seek to conquer their high peaks. On this legendary journey, High Mountain Experience (HME) takes you to explore the highest peaks of five countries in the Andean region of South America, giving you an unparalleled experience that combines sporting challenge and natural wonders.

Our adventure begins in Chile, where we face Ojos del Salado, the highest peak in the country and the highest volcano in the world. It rises majestically to 6,893 meters above sea level. This great and imposing volcano is impressive and immerses us in the grandeur of the desert landscapes of the region. The conquest of this mountain is a significant milestone and an achievement that few can match.

Crossing the border into Argentina, we enter the heart of the Andes to conquer Aconcagua, with its imposing 6,960 meters it is the highest mountain on the entire American continent. This summit is a true giant that tests our skills and determination. The ascension of Aconcagua is a unique experience that allows us to explore the vast mountainous territory and enjoy the rich culture.

In Peru, the highest peak in the country with 6,768 meters of altitude awaits us, Huascaran. While we climb its imposing slopes and glaciers, we have the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the rich culture and history of the region linked to this day to the Inca empire. This expedition combines the natural beauty of the Peruvian Andes with the ancestral heritage of its inhabitants, creating a very local experience.

Bolivia welcomes us with the majestic Sajama, an active volcano and the highest peak in the country, reaching 6,542 meters above sea level. This challenge takes us through diverse and exceptional landscapes, from the coast of Chile to salt deserts in Bolivia, offering a mountain experience, in a land which is rich in cultural traditions.

Our journey continues in Ecuador, where we reach the iconic Chimborazo, a mountain that stands on the equator at 6,310 meters above sea level. This summit challenges our skills and endurance as we explore the surrounding environment, including jungle and volcanic landscapes in a diverse culture. The Chimborazo and Cotopaxi expedition combines the mountain experience with the exploration of Ecuador’s historical heritage.

Each expedition on this circuit is not only a sporting challenge, it is an immersion in the culture, history and natural beauty of the Andean countries. Our focus on acclimatization prepares you to face these challenges safely, and our seal, High Mountain Experience (HME), guarantees a memorable experience in the mountains.

Exploring the highest peaks of the Andes is a trip that combines mountain sports with the grandeur of nature and the cultural diversity of the Andean region. From the Atacama deserts to the high mountains of the Andes, each step in this circuit is an opportunity to know and conquer the highest peaks of the Andes, marking your path towards evolution in the mountains and new challenges.

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