Solimana

Height: 6,093 m
Country:
Peru flagPeru

Solimana, at 6,093 meters (19,990 feet), is a lesser-known but captivating peak in southern Peru, nestled within the Andes near the Arequipa region. Known for its remoteness and isolation, Solimana offers climbers an opportunity to experience Peru's high-altitude landscapes away from the busier ranges of the Cordillera Blanca or the popular Volcán Misti area. This extinct volcano, with its rugged ridges and dramatic rocky features, provides a unique and challenging experience for seasoned mountaineers.

Climbing Solimana involves navigating volcanic terrain, with steep slopes and scree-covered ridges that demand caution and experience with loose rock. Approaches to the mountain are typically long and remote, requiring a good level of self-sufficiency and logistical planning. The ascent itself is often approached from the south side, which offers fewer technical challenges than other Andean peaks, though it still requires strong stamina and acclimatization.

The summit of Solimana rewards climbers with panoramic views of the surrounding volcanic landscape, including nearby peaks such as Coropuna and expansive desert plains. This climb is well-suited for experienced mountaineers who are comfortable with high altitudes and remote expeditions, providing a memorable ascent in a wild and unspoiled region of Peru.

Prepare for an adventure climbing Solimana. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • F: Easy (alpine grade 1)

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Solimana. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Solimana. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
GuideInfoCost
Grupo Alpamayo Tours logoGrupo Alpamayo Toursview guides trip webpage from $3,000
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.
What you can see from the summit of Solimana. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.

Solimana Links

useful websites, Groups and communities

Groups / links with more info on the Solimana route.

These climbs are similar in length, difficulty, and elevation. Offering a similar level of challenge as the Solimana climb.

climm Ampato
Ampato
 F
Peru
$438
 6,288 m
climm Misti
Misti
 F
Peru
$69
 5,825 m
climm Chachani
Chachani
 F
Peru
$100
 6,075 m
climm Coropuna
Coropuna
 F
Peru
$420
 6,425 m