Uturuncu

The stratovolcano rises to 6,008 meters above sea level, featuring two summit peaks and numerous lava domes across a 400-square-kilometer area.

Scientific observations since 1992 have recorded significant ground deformation around Uturuncu, indicating substantial magma movement beneath the volcanic structure.

The volcano stands near the Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, where indigenous communities maintain connections with the mountainous landscape.

Access to Uturuncu requires a 4x4 vehicle to navigate the gravel road, which reaches an elevation of 5,760 meters before becoming impassable.

The mountain contains an abandoned sulfur mine near its summit, which operated until the 1990s and was considered one of the highest mines globally.

GPS coordinates: -22.26437,-67.18692

Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:00