Medusa 6120m
Medusa NE 6065m
Medusa is a little known peak east of Ojos del Salado which is actually quite frequently climbed from the Arenal base camp nowadays. Access via Catamarca via Fiambala. Medusa NE lies to the northeast, and was first climbed by an ANDES group in January 2010
Medusa seen from the northeast on the first ascent of Medusa Northeast. Very snowy conditions.
Medusa on the left and Medusa NE in the distance on the right, form just above the Arenal base camp.
We can organise guided ascents of this peak. For details of how to climb this and neighbouring peaks please see our guidebooks, which are available in English, Spanish, Polish and French editions, direct from us or from all good bookshops and mountaineering shops.
