Highlights of the Cordillera Blanca. The highest tropical mountain range in the world, the Cordillera Blanca is part of the spectacular Andes that form the spine of South America. A mecca for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, the region boasts over 50 peaks that exceed 15,000 feet, 700 glaciers and 300 lakes.
About Nevado Pisco: This is a very appealing mountain and a good option for climbers for acclimatisation. Previous experience in mountaineering is not required, though you should be in good physical condition. At the summit (5752 m), you are rewarded with magnificent views of the Cordillera Blanca (White Range), including the 4 peaks of the Huandoys, Alpamayo, Artesonraju and Chopicalqui. You’ll also be able to see North and South Huascaran, the highest mountain in Peru, at 6,768 metres.
Getting to Quebrada Llanganuco: The starting point to climb is located in Quebrada Llanganuco (Llanganuco Valley), the most spectacular valley in the Cordillera Blanca.
Bus tickets Huaraz/Lima, executive service in public bus-Movil Tours or Cruz del Sur
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Transport as tour schedule / Huaraz
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Kitchen equipment
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Camping tents (2 persons)
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Hotel Valery 6 nights in Huaraz
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Pick up at the airport in Lima to the Hotel
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Cooks and helpers
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Hotel Kamana 2 nights in Lima
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Porters for Nevados Alpamayo, Artesonraju and Huascaran
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All meals during the tour
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Transfer from the Hotel to the airport and bus station
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Travel accident and health insurance
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Luggage insurance and trip cancellation
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Meals in restaurants in Lima and Huaraz
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Personal expenses
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Personal equipment (such as boots, ice axe, crampons, harness, sleeping bag, mat, Goretex, etc.)
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Tips for local tips
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Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have a high level of physical fitness
Activity itinerary
Day 1: Flight from Europe to Lima. Overnight in the hotel
1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Hotel
Lima
3h
Arrival in Lima - a large city with a population of approximately 11 million - the largest city in South America. Rest. If you wish, explore the city on your own. Overnight Hotel
Day 2: Travel by bus to Huaraz (3100m). The trip is 400km and takes 8 hours
1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Huaraz
12h
This ride follows the Pan American highway north across the impressive Pacific coastal desert. Continuing towards higher terrain, we pass through the Cordillera Negra (Black Range) at Conococha Pass (4020 m) into the Santa Valley and Huaraz (3100m.) Once across the pass, you’ll see a charming view of the mountains of the Cordillera Blanca, without a doubt some of the most impressive scenery in the world. You can also fly via LCPERU - flight duration 50 minutes. Overnight Hotel
Day 3: Huaraz - Trekking to Laguna Wilcacoha (3725 m) - Back to Huaraz
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Hotel.
Laguna Wilcacocha
5m
Admission ticket included
For acclimatisation we visit the Cordillera Negra, where you can see a magnificent view of the Cordillera Blanca. We’ll have a chance to see wild ducks on the beautiful lake. Wilcacocha, because of its location, is an exceptional viewpoint for the Cordillera Blanca, allowing us to identify peaks (from north to south) Huandoy, Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Hualcan, Copa,Vallunaraju, Ocshapalca, Ranrapalca, Palcaraju, Churup, and many more. Overnight Hotel
Day 4: Huaraz (3100 m) - Privat transport to Pitec (3850 m) - Trekking Hike to Laguna Churup (4450 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Hotel
Laguna Churup
7h
Admission ticket included
The trail to Laguna Churup is one of the classic hikes of the Cordillera Blanca, challenging but a great acclimatisation route. We drive to the village of Llupa, and from there begin our hike on an ancient Inca trail to Laguna (Lake) Churup. The trail gets narrow and steep, including a small section with fixed ropes. It‘s one of the most beautiful places in this varied mountain region. Churup Peak rises above the lake, a wild rocky mountain with glaciers and cliffs 5,400 metres above sea level. Here we can continue climbing and do a loop to the Churup summit trail before returning to the trailhead and back to Huaraz for the night. Overnight Hotel
Day 5: Huaraz - Transfer via valle Llanganuco to Cebollapampa - Trekking to Refugio Pisco (4680 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents or refugio/hut
Lake Llanganuco
8h
Admission ticket included
Today we head for the departure point for our climb. We set off via private transport to the valley of the Santa River, as far down as Yungay and continuation via valley Llanganuco. From cruze Cebollapampa trekking up to Refugio Peru. We stop at the Pisco mountain hut “Refugio Perú“, our base camp. The view of the back portion of Huascarán Peak and Chopicalqui is overwhelming. We also enjoy the views of Huandoy, Chacraraju and Yanapaccha. Overnight in the hut. Overnight Camp
Day 6: Base Camp/Peru Hut - Climb Nevado Pisco (5752 m) - back to Base Camp.
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents or Refugio/hut
Cordillera Blanca Summit
17m
Admission ticket included
A little after midnight we leave Base Camp, climbing up to cross the long moraine to arrive at the glacier. A sharp climb brings us to the saddle of Nevada Pisco. Next the final long climb over the glacier to the peak, 5752 metres in elevation. We are again going to have a magnificent view of the highest mountain in Perú - Huascarán, and also nearby Huandoy, Chopiqualci and many more. Later we descend back to Refugio Peru. Overnight Camp
Day 7: Base Camp - Trekking to Refugio Pisco - Transfer to Huaraz
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Hotel.
Huaraz
9h
Our trek is nearing its end. Early in the morning we begin our descent towards Cebollapampa and continue hiking until we arrive at the highway. From there, we take a vehicle to return to Huaraz. Tired and happy, we arrive at the hotel. Overnight Hotel
Day 8: Rest day in Huaraz
1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel
Huaraz
3h
Relax day, laundry in Huaraz. Optional go to the thermal baths of Monterrey 20 minutes from Huaraz or Chancos 50 minutes from Huaraz, after preparation of technical climbing equipment for for go to Nevado Alpamayo the next day, in the afternoon meeting with the local guide and brifing. Overnight Hotel
Day 9: Huaraz - Transfer drive about 3 Hours to village Cashapampa; meeting team and burros, trekking up to Llamacoral (3850 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents.
Cashapampa
10h
Huaraz Privat transfer drive about 3 Hours to village Cashapampa via valley of Santa river crossing villages Caraz, Yugay and Caraz; Starting the Trekking Santa Cruz; meeting team and burros, trekking up to Llamacoral (3850 m). Overnight Camp
Day 10: Llamacoral - Trekking to Base Camp of Alpamayo (4350 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents.
Alpamayo
8h
Admission ticket included
Camp Llamacoral - Trekking to Arhuaycocha (4300 m). With views of the peaks Alpamayo, Artesnorahu and Taulliraju. Night at the Base Camp of Alpamayo (4350 m). Overnight Camp
Day 11: Alpamayo Base Camp - Ascend to Alpamayo Moraine Camp (4900 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents.
Huascaran National Park
7h
Admission ticket included
Today we have a good breakfast and prepare the expedition equipment for Alpamayo, from here we begin using a local team (porters, cook and local guides), who will help us carry everything. We set out for the moraine after a small lunch in Base Camp. The trail takes us across the steep moraine at the tongue of the glacier to Moraine Camp (4,900 m).Overnight Camp
Day 12: Moraine Camp - Ascend to Alpamayo High Camp (5300 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents.
Alpamayo
8h
Admission ticket included
Alpamayo High Camp is on the steep glacier at the base of Alpamayo and Quitaraju. Due to the constant shrinkage of the glacier, every year we find a different situation along this section. We find magnificent views from High Camp the summit looks close enough to touch! We have dinner a bit early because we must rise very early, for the long day that awaits us tomorrow. High Camp (5,300 m). Overnight Camp
Day 13: High Camp - Ascend to Alpamayo Summit (5947 m) - High Camp (5300 m) or Descend to Base Camp (4300 m)
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Tents.
Alpamayo
18h
Admission ticket included
Summit day! One possible route is the French route, a 60 to 80 degree wall of ice which narrows towards the top. . Above the wall, you need to conquer a few metres to the highest point of the narrow ridge. At the summit, you will be rewarded with a magnificent view of the Cordillera Blanca! The neighbouring peak of Quitaraju (6,036 m) is almost within striking distance; and to the southwest you can see the remarkable summit of Huascarán (6,768 m.) After a brief rest and photos at the summit, we return quickly to High Camp via a rappel down the route we came up. In good weather, the climb to the summit and return to base camp can be done before noon. The ascent takes 5-6 hours, while the descent takes about 2-3 hours. If participants are tired, we can stay one more night in High Camp. If everyone feels fine, which is usual, we descend to Alpamayo Base Camp (4,300 m). Overnight Camp
Day 14: Base Camp - Descent through Quebrada Santa Cruz - Cashapampa - Transfer to Huaraz
1 stop
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Tents.
Alpamayo
9h
Admission ticket included
Today we rise early in order to begin our hike, descending through the Santa Cruz valley to Cashapampa (about 6 hours.) In this village our minibus awaits to take us and the local expedition team back to Huaraz. Lodging at the hotel.Overnight Hotel
Day 15: Transfer Lima, or transfer to the bus terminal for the 8 hour ride to Lima. Transfer to the hotel
1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel.
Lima
12h
Options: Flight or bus. Flights are via LC-Peru and last 50 minutes. Overnight Hotel
Day 16: Stay in Lima - Transfer to the Airport
1 stop
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included
Lima
3h
Arrival in USA or Austria, Switzerland,Germany, etc. Overnight flight
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Lima
Lima, Peru
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GRUPO ALPAMAYO Tours & Hotel | Operador Turistico
475 Avenida Mariscal Toribio Luzuriaga
02002, Huaraz, Áncash, Peru
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