Guallatiri, Chile

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Guallatiri, Chile

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Guallatiri, Chile, Stratovolcano in Putre, Chile.

Located in the Cordillera Occidental region, Guallatiri reaches an elevation of 6,071 meters with twelve active fumaroles releasing sulfuric gases at its summit.

In 1926, German geologist Friedrich Ahlfeld completed the first documented ascent of this Andean peak, initiating scientific studies of its volcanic structure.

The name derives from the Aymara word wallatiri, referring to the presence of Andean geese that inhabit the surrounding mountainous terrain.

Access to the volcano requires permission from Difrol authorities, and climbers need to arrange transportation from Putre to reach the 5,100-meter base camp.

The snow and ice coverage above 5,500 meters has decreased throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, altering the mountain's appearance and terrain conditions.

GPS coordinates: -18.42051,-69.09060

Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:02

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