Olca-Paruma

The Olca-Paruma complex extends across 20 kilometers, featuring multiple volcanic peaks with the highest point reaching 5,762 meters above sea level.

Between 1865 and 1867, the volcanic system exhibited eruptive activities, marking a significant period in the geological timeline of northern Chile.

The volcanic terrain near the Chile-Bolivia border shapes the lifestyles of local mining communities who operate in this high-altitude environment.

Visitors require specialized mountaineering equipment and altitude acclimatization procedures when approaching the volcanic complex due to its extreme elevation.

The southern slopes contain preserved glacial formations from the last Ice Age, including moraines that document ancient climate patterns.

Elevation above the sea: 5,762 m

GPS coordinates: -20.93333,-68.48333

Latest update: April 8, 2025 14:21