Uturuncu Volcano
Volcán Uturuncu
The highest peak in southern Lípez, at about 6,008 m. Off-road vehicles can drive to around 5,700 m, making it one of the easiest 6,000-metre peaks to summit.
Volcán Uturuncu lies northeast of Quetena Chico and is the highest volcano in southwestern Bolivia. Its slopes still have fumaroles, and geologists have detected a large magma body beneath it that is slowly uplifting. An old mining track lets four-wheel-drive vehicles reach about 5,700 m, and from there the summit is about 2–3 hours on foot. On a clear day you can see the mountain ranges of Argentina and Chile in the distance. Guides and vehicles must be hired from Quetena Chico. Acclimatise for several days above 4,000 m before attempting the climb, and watch for altitude sickness. Coordinates refer to the summit.
Opening hours
Guide required; seasonal