Huascaran, 6-day climb Cordillera Blanca, Peru

Climb Huascaran (6768m), Peru's highest peak, with this 6-day ascent in the stunning Cordillera Blanca in the Peruvian Andes, along local IFMGA-certified guide William.

Private

Andes

6 Days

Jun - Aug

High

Advanced

Highlights

Reach the summit of a majestic mountain in the Peruvian Andes
Enjoy a 6-day ascent in the Cordillera Blanca
Discover breathtaking views from the summit of Huascaran

Description

Huascaran is the most well-known and the highest mountain of the Cordillera Blanca in the Peruvian Andes (Yungay Province). It has two peaks: the North summit (6655m)s and the South summit (6768m), which is the highest peak in Peru and in the entire tropical zone.

This 6-day ascent will take you to the top of this majestic mountains in the Andes. Huascaran is the fourth highest mountain in the Western Hemisphere and South America.

We will meet in the city of Huaraz, and from there we will drive to the village of Musho, where our arriero await us with the donkeys for our transfer to Base Camp. Next day, we will to Camp 2 (5300m), with the help of porters.

On the third day, we continue climbing along the same rocky trail until we reach Camp 2 (5900m), taking some rest for our goal, climbing to the summit of Huascaran the following day.

Finally, on the fourth day, very early, we start climbing towards the top of this spectacular mountain. The ascent to the summit takes us about 8 hours. The views from the top are truly breathtaking! We descend along the same way to Camp 2, for about 4 hours. Next day, we descend to Base Camp, and finally on the last day we drive from Musho back to Huaraz again.

Bear in mind you need previous mountaineering experience to climb Huascaran, and you also need a good acclimatization to altitude for a successful ascent.

If you want to join me on this ascent, just contact me and request your booking! Come climb the highest mountain in Peru and enjoy an unforgettable ascent in the Andes.

Price includes

Guiding fee
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back
Permit and entrance fees
Porters
Luggage transfer
Snacks
Drinks

Price details

Mountain cooks, donkeys and donkey drivers are also included in the price.

Itinerary

Day 1: Huaraz (3100m) - Musho Village(3020m) - Base Camp (4200m)

After breakfast at the hotel we drive from Huaraz to Musho Village for 1.30 hours approx. Here our arriero await us with the donkeys for the transfer to the Base Camp. It will take us 4 hours approx.

Day 2: Base Camp - Camp 1 (5300m)

After breakfast, we continue our ascent until we reach the glacier (4 hours approx.). On the way we will find the Huascaran Refuge. On the way back, we can use it to have some drinks or eat something different from our daily menu. After reaching the glacier we will put on the necessary snow equipment to continue our ascent to Camp 1 (2 hours approx.).

Day 3: Camp 1 - Camp 2 (5900m)

We leave earlier to get to Camp 2 and rest enough to get ready for the following day where we will reach the summit (6 hours approx.).

Day 4: Camp 2 - Summit (6768m) - Camp 2

We leave very early in the morning towards the summit of the highest tropical mountain in the world (8 hours of ascent approx.). After taking some pictures at the summit, we will descend to our camp for about 4 hours. We will stay for one more night in this camp.

Day 5: Camp 2 - Base Camp

Before the sunrise, we will begin to descend to Base Camp (5 hours approx.).

Day 6: Base Camp - Musho - Huaraz

We return to Huaraz.

Equipment you will need to bring

Crampons

Ice axe

Harness

Water bottle

Backpack

Helmet

Poles

Sunglasses

Goggles

Equipment rent on site

Belay device

Sleeping bags, sleeping mats, snow shoes

FAQs

What experience and how fit do I need to be to climb this mountain? Is this program suitable for children or older people?

Young people yes, and physically in good condition.

How far in advance should I start training and what kind of training do you suggest?

You need to have experience doing long treks and climbing some small mountains.

Will I need to bring any technical equipment of my own? Is it possible to rent equipment, and if so, what would be the approximate cost of that?

There are places to rent equipment.

Will there be porters to help to carry group and personal equipment?

Yes

How will accommodation and meals be handled on the mountain?

Accommodation in tents and meals are prepared by our cook.

What happens in the event of bad weather?

If is possible, we can wait one more day in the low campsites.

Are there any other special requirements such as permits/insurance/vaccines that we need to consider before the tour?

What is the guide-to-client ratio to climb this mountain?

2 per guide.

What is the best time of the year to climb this mountain?

June and July

Can I join a group?

Yes

About the guide

William

Mountain Guide

I was born at the foot of Huascaran, Peru’s highest peak. I spent my childhood preparing for a career as a mountain guide. I began working as a porter on big expeditions all around the Cordillera Blanca range to earn both money and the necessary experience to begin my accreditation process towards a prestigious UIAGM Certification.

As my training for this, I spent most of my years from my early 20’s in the mountains as an aspirant guide, apprenticing under others and developing my own strength, style, and techniques as a guide.

Having earned the title of UIAGM mountain guide, I have worked on just about every peak in the National Park with groups from around the globe and continues to do so with patience and professionalism in all aspects of the job.

Languages

English

Certificates

AGMP | UIAGM

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