Licancabur volcano, green & white lagoons

For adventure and trekking lovers, we have one of the most valued packages in Google Reviews, the Licancabur volcano, green and white lagoons.

About the Licancabur volcano:

Between Bolivia and Chile is the Licancabur stratovolcano that is considered as a demarcation of the borders between the two nations, its height is 5920m.

Its perfect cone shape that can be seen from far away has always attracted the curious throughout history.

The first documented ascent was in 1884, it is an easy trek in general, although it is recommended to take it easy and acclimatize first to avoid altitude sickness.

The vestiges found on its skirt are clear proof that the volcano had great spiritual influence on the peoples that inhabited the area such as: Atacameños or Cunzas, the Incas and their descendants till today who have great respect for the spirits of the past that represents the place.

Green lagoon:

One of the most beautiful points of the border area in Bolivia, its salty emerald-colored waters (the result of the minerals magnesium, calcium carbonate, lead and arsenic) make its appearance leave all visitors in awe.

Given its location at the foot of the Licancabur volcano, the visit is used to acclimatize before ascending to the top of volcano the next day. The surface of the green lagoon is 5.4 km².

White lagoon:

It is the sister of the green lagoon, they are connected by waters, but not by colors. Its white color (Bluish) is also due to the minerals present in its composition. The white lagoon is double that of its green sister (10.9 km²)

Licancabur volcano, green & white lagoons package program:

Day 1:

• Early departure from San Pedro de Atacama
• Arrival at the Bolivia border
  • Vehicle change
• Arrival at the Licancabur base camp
  • Leave luggage
  • Breakfast
• Trekking through the green and white lagoons (3 hours)
• Back to base camp
  • Typical dinner of the area
  • Sleep in the shelter included

Day 2:

• Wake up at 3:00 am
  • Breakfast
• We left the shelter at 4 a.m. to arrive at the base of the volcano at 4:30 a.m.
• The ascent lasts 6 hrs. Approximately
  • Rest and free time for photos, videos
• Descent of 3 hrs. We return to the shelter where we take our things
• Return to Chile in a Bolivian vehicle leaves us at the border
• Change of vehicle for a Chilean one
• We return to San Pedro de Atacama at 5:00 p.m. approx.

Notes and Recommendations:

1. This type of tourist activity (Licancabur volcano, green & white lagoons) is not carried out in a luxurious or comfortable environment, it is nature in its purest state, it involves walking on roads with dust, wind, cold and adverse conditions.
2. It is recommended to wear clothes for the wind and cold, special shoes for mountaineering and water.
3. You can meet online and coordinate with other travelers and our team through our forum or by contacting us directly via contact form or WhatsApp.

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