Suriplaza Colourful Mountains Hike

Walk through the beautiful scenery of Suriplaza and its Colourful Mountains on our hike. We'll leave Putre behind and discover one of the most amazing places in the Chilean highlands.

Suriplaza Colourful Mountains Hike

Between 7 and 8 am, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Putre and set off for Caquena. From there, we'll head to Cosapilla to venture into one of the most beautiful parts of the Chilean Altiplano. The colourful mountains of Suriplaza await!

Upon reaching the foothills, our hiking route will begin, divided into three stages. The hike lasts 4 hours and covers a distance of 4 miles (6 kilometres) along medium-difficulty trails, showcasing the reddish, ochre, and brown tones of the Suriplaza Mountains.

In the first stage, we'll ascend to an altitude of 16,732 feet (5,100 metres). The next stages will take us up to 17,060 and 17,388 feet (5,200 and 5,300 metres). At higher altitudes, we'll see the polylepis and yareta forests, characteristic plant species of the area.

A break at the halfway point will allow us to enjoy a picnic lunch of sandwiches, dried fruits, chocolate, and juices. After the break, we will descend to view the mountains' different hues up close.

Finally, we will return to the starting point and take you back to Putre, arriving at your hotel between 4 and 5 pm.

Suriplaza Day Trip

If you'd prefer, you can book this day trip to Suriplaza's Colourful Mountains instead of a hike.