Ascent to the extinct Cerro Toco Volcano at 5600 meters high
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5 hours
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We invite you to an exciting adventure, get to know Cerro Toco, a majestic mountain with an altitude of 5600 meters. This challenging climb offers a unique experience where you can test your endurance and admire impressive panoramic views.
Our expert guides will be with you every step of the way, providing support and knowledge to ensure a safe and rewarding experience. As you ascend, you will be amazed by the natural beauty of the Chilean Andes, the pristine landscapes and the purity of the air at high altitudes.
Upon reaching the top, you will be rewarded with an unparalleled view, where you can contemplate the vastness of the nature that surrounds you. From snow-capped peaks to endless valleys, this experience will leave you breathless.
Challenge your limits and make your dreams of conquering extreme heights come true on Cerro Toco 5600!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is not recommended without first acclimatizing for altitude.
What To Expect
First we will take all the passengers to their hostel, then we will go up the road to the base of Cerro Toco at approximately 5200 meters above sea level, there our guide will give an explanation about the way in which we will make the ascent and begin to walk, depending on the acclimatization and The physical condition of the people will take us between two hours to two and a half hours to climb. At the summit we will have a 360 view of the nearby volcanoes Sairecabur, Licancabur and the lagoons of Bolivia, one of the most beautiful views of San Pedro de Atacama. Then we will descend slowly and return to San Pedro de Atacama.
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Ascent to the extinct Cerro Toco Volcano at 5600 meters high
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Gloves
Air-conditioned vehicle
Canes
Boots, rental price 45 us
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cerro Toco summit
Freedom54910,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very windy near the top but the guides were careful about safety.
Amazing views… well run but be ready for the impact of the altitude
Chris M,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guides, JP and Brian setup a WhatsApp group the evening before the 7am pickup. They gave us a quick walk at 4500m to “check us out” before the drive upto about the start point at 5200m. They were clear on gear, hydration and food intake and talked about symptoms of altitude sickness. They paced the walk up very well with 2 stops to drink and adjust gear. They clearly know how to pace at 5000+m altitude. Everyone enjoyed fantastic views from the top. Thanks guys. A great trip
Brilliant
Richard B,May 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Climb not too difficult apart from a bit of breathlessness. Fantastic views and great sense of achievement. Our guide JP was fantastic - really looked after everyone and when I left my scarf in his scarf at the end came back and dropped it off at my hotel.
Cerro Toco Summit
Donna G,Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was the hardest but most rewarding experience I’ve had. The altitude is no joke! I’m in good shape, but this hike really tested me. I was a bit dizzy, and my heart was pounding most of the way up, but Carlos our guide was awesome and kept us motivated to reach the summit . 5604 meters ( 18,390 ft) is the highest elevation I’ve been, and probably will ever be, lol. I highly recommend this tour, and hope you have Carlos as your guide . He was the best!
ONE OF THE BEST HIKES EVER!!! With the best guide!! Ronaldo!
nakita91356,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00INCREDIBLE!!!!!! Ronaldo was the best mountain guide I’ve ever had (I’ve hiked a lot of mountains). He has the most patience ever and is extremely knowledgeable. I am SO glad I did this trek!! Absolutely STUNNING!!!!
Good hike, disorganised operator
Andrew W,Jan 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The actual hike was fine and our guides were very nice. However, the organisation of the tour leaves much to be desired. I had contacted the company through both Viator and via their direct channels with my pick up location and told it was no problem. However, I decided to stop by their office in San Pedro de Atacama to confirm because they were slow to respond and provide a pick up time. At the office, their representative gave me the wrong pick up time and also did not have my pick up location on file. Ultimately, it took a lot of back and forth to ensure that all the information was correct. Once the hiking guides took over, everything was fine.
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