Ojos del Salado 2025

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. Today, a group of participants and guides of the 7 Summits Club "Soyuz" climbed to the top of the highest volcano in the world, Ojos del Salado. It was very cold at night, but clear and beautiful. We especially note that two people in the group set outstanding personal achievements. Akmatbek Mamatkaimov became the first Kyrgyz on Ojos, and Marat Vladimirov completed the "Seven Volcanoes" program. Congratulations to the guys!

 A guide of the 7 Summits Club Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile on the line, the 7 Summits Club "Soyuz" group. Today we walked from the Tejos camp to an altitude of 6300 meters. The weather is gorgeous. We had a good walk, all the participants are in excellent shape. Acclimatization is complete, tomorrow is a day of rest and then we will start to storm Mount Ojos del Salado.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile on the line, the "Soyuz" group. Today we climbed the summit of the volcano Piedra Parada Piedra Parada, 5922 meters high. They say that in history there were only 8-9 people on the top of this mountain. We definitely made it into the first twenty! We went down, swam in the hot springs to restore our strength. All the participants are great! The weather is good so far. Best regards!

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. Today, the participants and guides of the Soyuz group walked along the slopes of Ojos del Salado to the height of Elbrus, and even climbed a little higher. The acclimatization process is going well, everything is going according to plan. Tomorrow we will rest, go swimming. The weather is still good, everything else is also excellent.

The 7 Summits Club super guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. The 7 Summits Club "Soyuz" group moved to the Ojos Laguna Verde base camp. On the way, we stopped at a beautiful waterfall, went for a swim. Then we had our first meeting with our mountain. Towards evening, we settled into tents in our comfortable camp and had a delicious meal. And then we continue working according to the program.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. The 7 Summits Club group "Soyuz" moved to the first camp Laguna Santa Rossa today. On the way we stopped at abandoned mines, and then at a pass with a beautiful panoramic view. So the program has begun, we continue working.

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. Yesterday, a new "Soyuz" group arrived. We checked our gear, got acquainted, ate, and are now heading towards the mountains. This is the final group this season on Ojos del Salado. I hope the weather will be good.

Alexander Dorojukov, the guide of the 7 Summits Club, reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. Greetings from the 7 Summits Club Pipi de Chat group! We waited for the weather as best we could. What didn't rain down on us in our camp, just think, it's a desert! We waited and watched, watched and waited. And today, January 17, we went to the summit! It wasn't easy, there was a lot of snow - we had to make our way everywhere. But we succeeded, but it's a pity not all the participants.

We would like to congratulate Igor Rebelsky on completing the "Seven Volcanoes" project!

January 16. Chile, expedition to Ojos Del Salado. The team "Zorros Rojos y otros".

Yesterday we returned to civilization - to Bahia Inglesa on the Pacific coast. In the evening, we held a ceremonial awarding of medals for climbing the highest volcano in the world - Ojos del Salado. For some participants, this is already the 5th volcano. New seven-volcano climbers are on the way! Tomorrow we fly home with new mountain plans! And today we celebrate the birthday of the Captain of our 7 Summits Club - Alexander Abramov all day long.

From Chile - expedition leader Lyudmila Korobesho and assistant leader Alexander Spirin.

The 7 Summits Club guide Lyudmila Korobeshko reports from Chile:

Yesterday, January 14, in very harsh weather conditions, most of the Zorros Rojos y Otros team climbed to the top of Ojos del Salado. Halfway to the summit, we were caught in a snowstorm. But we decided to continue climbing. As a result, the Foxes fought the elements for about 17 hours, including the ascent and descent. During this time, about 30 cm of snow fell on the mountain. We descended in the dark. And we also had to drive down dangerous snow-covered roads. A real Snowstorm in the desert!

Now - for a well-deserved rest by the sea!

January 11-12. Chile, expedition to Ojos Del Salado. "Zorros Rojos y otros" team. On January 11th, we returned to our home (Laguna Verde camp) after a rest in Copiapo. We got there in 3.5 hours and climbed into our favorite tents, having had dinner in our huge and cozy tent beforehand.

On January 12, we went for the last acclimatization before the assault - to a height of 6000+. We walked up to 6200, it was somehow not easy. And cold. We walked parallel to Sasha Dorojukov's group. There were only young people there. We tried to keep up with them, but fell behind a little.

In the evening, at dinner, we gathered in two groups, listened to songs, drank wine and exchanged experiences.

Sasha's group is going down tomorrow, and we are resting and at night - for the assault. The forecast is not encouraging - snowfalls will start from tomorrow ... we will fight our way through!

From Chile - the leader of the expedition Lyudmila Korobeshko and assistant leader Alexander Spirin.

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. The 7 Summits Club Pipi de Chat group. Yesterday we had a day of rest. We spent it in the area of the Laguna Verde base camp. The participants had classes with iron, they learned how to use equipment for climbing and descending on fixed ropes. Everyone liked it.

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. Hello everyone from the Pipi de Chat group! Our gang climbed the San Francisco volcano today. We walked quietly and evenly. We reached the summit in about 7-8 hours. The weather allowed us to go in. Tomorrow is a rest day!

The ascent through the eyes of Alexander Spirin:

January 9. Chile, expedition to Ojos Del Salado. The "Zorros Rojos y otros" team. Today our team climbed the San Francisco volcano, and it was a moment we will never forget. We stood at the summit, where the sky seemed closer, and the ground below disappeared into a dusty haze, leaving us alone with the grandeur of nature. The altitude of just over 6,000 meters was a test for each of us, especially for the four participants, for whom this was an altitude record.

The wind beat in our faces, as if testing our determination, and the dust swirled around in whirlwinds, forcing each breath to be suffered. We walked forward through the cold, fatigue and doubt. Each step was given with effort, but no one gave up. It was a fight with ourselves that we had to win.

When we finally reached the top, I looked at the faces of my comrades in the personal altitude record. They were beaming. It was not just joy - it was the realization that we had conquered not only the volcano, but also our fears, weaknesses and limitations. We hugged, feeling the strength of the team that is always ready to support, even at an altitude of six thousand meters.

The view from the summit was harsh and beautiful at the same time: endless plains, distant mountains, clouds that now seemed so small. This feeling of freedom, pride and unity cannot be expressed in words. It will stay with us forever.

This ascent changed us. Now San Francisco is not just a volcano for us, it is a symbol of strength, faith and perseverance. Tomorrow we are going on vacation. To the town of Copiapo. We deserve it! Leader Lyudmila Korobeshko, assistant leader Alexander Spirin.

January 8. Chile, expedition to Ojos del Salado. Team "Zorros Rojos y otros". Today we devoted the day to rest before climbing to the summit of San Francisco (6018 m). After breakfast we went to the Atacama Desert, which has already become our home. 4 hours of travel (with mandatory stops for photos) and we arrived at the hot spring. It is really hot and, as the locals say, has healing properties. The bravest of the Red Foxes even washed their hair. The whole team enjoyed the already traditional barbecue masterpieces from our chefs. Tomorrow we have an acclimatization trip to San Francisco - wish us luck!

From Chile, expedition leader Lyudmila Korobeshko and assistant leader Alexander Spirin.

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. Today, our Pipi de Chat group set off in the morning for an acclimatization hike from the Atacama camp towards the Tejos refuge. We safely reached the planned altitude of 5,700 meters. The breeze was brisk, but we had a good walk. New views, new colors and an interesting road. Tomorrow we will rest before a new acclimatization ascent.

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

 Chile is in touch. Our Pipi de Chat group sends greetings from the base camp! Today we moved to this cozy, beautiful place. On the way we drove through the desert, stopped to see a waterfall and had our first meeting with our goal, Mount Ojos del Salado. We had lunch and are resting. Tomorrow is a new day and new views.

January 6. Greetings from the Atacama Desert, Chile, from the group “Zorros Rojos y otros”! Our morning at Laguna Rosa began with a run along the lake. And then Olya Moroz held a yoga class right in front of a flock of flamingos. Even the guanacas were curious about what we were doing, and they came closer.

After breakfast, we got ready and went to Laguna Verde. On the way, we stopped at a warm river called Lama. And a little later we saw Ojos in all its glory.

The camp at Laguna Verde amazed us with its beauty and comfort. A huge dining tent with electricity and internet, separate sleeping tents, super-stable toilets (which is extremely important in the strong Atacama winds).

Before dinner, we bathed in the hot springs. And celebrated Christmas.

Tomorrow we have acclimatization on the slopes of Ojos - we plan to walk at altitudes of 5500-5900.

Expedition leader Lyudmila Korobeshko and assistant leader Alexander Spirin. Hasta la vista!

The 7 Summits Club guide Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

 Chile is in touch. Our Pipi de Chat group climbed the summit of the Mount of Seven Brothers today. Well, two of the “seven brothers”. The weather is magical, the views are awesome! All participants are in formation, enjoying the views. Tomorrow we are moving on.

The guide of the 7 Summits Club Alexander Dorojukov reports from Chile:

Chile is in touch. This is our new group named Pipi de Chat. We have started the expedition to the highest volcano in the world, Ojos del Salado. Yesterday was the day of the group's arrivals, and today we have already moved to the beautiful place of Santa Rosa. On the way we stopped at an abandoned mine and by lunchtime we arrived at our beautiful camp.