Notes about Ascent to Misti Volcano South Route

• Specialized guide in high mountain.
• Private transport (4x4)
• Camping Equipment (Mattresses and Tents)
• Kitchen equipment
• Climbing equipment such as crampons, ice picks, and safety rope. (Only if there is snow at the top)
• Food (01 Lunch / Dinner 04:00 - 01 Breakfast)
• Oxygen bottle (inside the car)
• First aid kit.
• Communication equipment.

• Sleeping Bag
• Walking stick

Essential Gear for a Trek in Cusco

1. Backpack (70L minimum) → Ideal for multi-day hikes like Salkantay, Ausangate, or Choquequirao. For shorter hikes, a 30-40L pack is enough.
2. Sleeping bag → Make sure it’s rated for subzero temperatures if you’ll be camping in the mountains.
3. Water (at least 4 liters per person) → For longer treks, bring a water filter or purification tablets to refill from streams or lakes.
4. Trekking poles → Help reduce knee strain and improve balance on steep or rocky terrain.

Clothing & Footwear

1. Trekking shoes/boots → Waterproof and with good grip for rough or slippery terrain.
2. Hat & gloves → Mornings and nights can be freezing at high altitudes.
3. Sunglasses & sunscreen → Sunlight is strong, and UV exposure is intense.
4. Layered clothing → Wear moisture-wicking shirts, a fleece for warmth, and a windproof jacket to adapt to temperature changes.

1. Headlamp/flashlight with extra batteries → Essential for early morning starts or camping.
2. Energy snacks → Nuts, protein bars, and chocolate to keep your energy up.
3. Personal hygiene kit → Toilet paper, wet wipes, and biodegradable soap.
4. Personal medications → Include ibuprofen, altitude sickness pills (like sorojchi pills), and blister bandages.

The information contained on this page was prepared with care and provided in good faith. However, it is subject to changes, and does not form part of the contract between the client and Inca World. The itinerary may vary slightly, as occasionally our itineraries change as improvements are instated by recommendation of our previous clients, reviews, and our own research. Our ultimate goal is always to provide the most gratifying experience.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described in the program, there is a certain amount of flexibility incorporated in the itinerary and, on occasion, it can be necessary or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, and is a general guide for the tour. Any mention of landscapes, views or wildlife is not a guarantee that they can be seen.

In addition, trip times are merely approximate and can be subject to change due to local circumstances.