- Address: Putre, Arica-e-Parinacota, Chile;
- Height above sea level: 6 071 m;
- The last eruption: 1960;
- The mountain range: the Andes.
On the territory of Chile is full of volcanoes, some of which have not erupted for many years, but there are those who at any moment can throw tons of red-hot lava on the surface. These include the volcano Gualtiri, located in the area of Arica and Parinacota . It is a stratovolcano, on top of which a large amount of lava has gathered. The western and northern slopes are also completely covered with frozen lava.
Volcano Gualalti - description
The height of Gualyaliri is 6071 m, it is conquered by many tourists. The strongest eruptions were recorded in 1985, 1991 and 1996. Smaller earthquakes were felt as early as 2016. Special services monitor the activity of the volcano and record the slightest deviations from the norm. Despite the constant seismic activity, Gualyaliri was given a green level of danger. This means that serious disasters are not expected.
All statements of the services of geologists and mining do not prevent tourists from enjoying the beautiful view around the volcano Gualtiri. The most courageous tourists even decide to climb, but this requires you to be in good physical shape. But even without extreme mountain plains conquer the hearts of travelers, at an altitude of 2500 m breathes quite differently.
Before our eyes there are lakes with transparent water, numerous plants and a unique animal world. Fortunately for tourists, the volcano ceases for a while, while the southern winds are blowing. Therefore, climbing it a little simplified, but not enough to become careless and go to the top without preparation.
Going to conquer one of the highest mountain peaks of Chile , it is necessary to dress warmly. The path runs through the snow and ice fields, where it gets very cold at night. But many forget about the cold and inconvenience at a glance at the panorama of Parinacota and Pomerale, which stretches below. During the ascent, the staples and ice axes become the main assistants in some places.
How to get there?
The starting point of the way is Putre - the village and the commune in the area of Parinacota. It takes 63 km to reach Lake Chungara . Further expensive turns to the right, to hot springs, from which it leaves to the left. Here, tourists can stay in a small settlement with a chapel, located at an altitude of 4450 m.
During the stay acclimatization of the organism takes place, and it will be possible to climb to the top. From here other excursions around the neighborhood begin. There are other roads to the top of Gualtiri, but they are longer, and along the way there may be a problem with water.
By car you can climb from the settlement only by 14 km, in time - it's about half an hour. Further the road is strewn with rocks, therefore it is necessary to go on foot. In total, there are several routes, and all of them are well known and developed by companies that organize special tours.