EXPEDICION NEVADO
DE SANTA ISABEL
“FROM MANIZALES OR PEREIRA“
POLEKA KASUE 4950 msnm
Also known as the “Snow Princess” In the language of the Quimbaya indigenous people, it is the lowest-lying glaciated mountain in Colombia. Its ice retreat is imminent, making a visit a true privilege these days.
ROUTE DIFFICULTY
itinerary
Meeting point at 5:00 am in the previously agreed city: Manizales or Pereira.
Breakfast—8:00am
Departure to the park in a 4x4 vehicle (approx. 3 hrs)
Registration in Los Nevados National Natural Park
Start your hike through the Enchanted Green Lagoon or the Otún Lagoon, reaching an altitude of 4,000 meters above sea level.
Approximate journey of 5 km in a time of approximately 3 hours.
On the way back we will have lunch and a talk and induction on the handling of the technical equipment for reaching the summit. Nuestro día culmina con una deliciosa cena para disponernos a descansar.
2:30 am – We start the day with a light breakfast
We travel by vehicle to the Conejeras sector (approx. 20 minutes) where we will begin the walk.
Arrival point: Summit of Nevado de Santa Isabel at approximately 6:00 am
We will take photographs and admire the scenery before returning to the farm where we will enjoy a delicious lunch.
If the weather is good, there will be a magnificent view of the Nevado del Ruiz, Nevado del Tolima, and Paramillo del Cisne.
Arrival time in the city approximately 6:00 pm.
These are the items you will need for the pre- and post-summit tours that will take place in forest and moorland environments:
To get to the top
Boots (mid or high shaft)
Cold weather jacket and windbreaker
Fleece jacket / Hat
Thermal pants
High mountain gloves
Headlamp (spare batteries)
Canteen or camelback
UV protection glasses
Additional
Personal medications
Identity documents
Basic grooming kit
Plastic bags for storing clothes
Personal items (plate, glass, spoon)
Camera (optional)
Backpack of 20 to 40 liters
Sneakers or boots with good grip soles
Quick-drying trousers and t-shirt
Sunscreen and lip balm
Hydration bottle
Snacks (Sandwiches, chocolates, nuts)
High mountain guide endorsed by PNNN
Private round-trip transportation
PNNN Entrance Fee. Increase ($18,000 for foreigners)
Lodging.
Trekking poles
Souvenir
Food (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner).
Technical equipment: Insurance policy with rescue coverage in case of emergency
(COLASISTENCIA).
Accommodation for the day prior to the expedition.
If you don't have the right clothes or basic equipment for your adventure,
Don't worry! Espeletia Expedition offers you the rental service.
expedition price
$ 1.290.000
Individual price (applies to a minimum group of 3 people).
