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Llullaillaco National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Llullaillaco National Park

The park isn't a draw for casual sightseeing, but is a major draw in mountaineers eager to hike the Llullaillaco volcano. Should you wish to explore the park, make sure to sign in at the entrance; this way, if something goes wrong, the local authorities will be alerted. You can visit the park from September through May. The area is mostly mountainous, with Llullaillaco at 6739 m. The salt plane of Aguas Calientes is at 5060 m. There are also vegetated planes at lower altitude and even woods. Río Frío has a canyon. The flora has a high percentage of endemic species. Groups of vicuñas can often be seen in the Pampa Llullaillaco.

Llullaillaco National Park Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:

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