Climbing Alpamayo
1 Confirmed Participant
Group Size 3 to 9 Travelers
GROUP 3-9 TRAVELERS
Alpamayo (in Quechua means Allpa Mayu) is a
mountain that is located in the Andes mountain range located in the northern
part of the western branch of the Cordillera Blanca, within the Huascarán
National Park in Peru. It reaches an altitude of 5,947 m. It was proclaimed by
the magazine Alpinismus of Munich Germany in 1966 as “The Most Beautiful
Mountain in the World”
Climbing Details:
Route: French Direct / West Face
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Technical difficulty: Difficult / Effort level: Demanding
Activity: Nature Climbing / Adventure
Season: May / September (Day 12°C to 23°C) ( Night 0°C to -15°C)
Altitude Between: 3,100 / 5,947 m.
Destination: Huaraz Peru, Cordillera Blanca
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Huaraz
(3,100 m / 10,171 ft) – Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) – Ichiccocha (3,900 m /
12,795 ft)
Departure: 07:00 AM
We head north from Huaraz toward Caraz, visiting the traditional villages of
the Callejón de Huaylas. We then arrive at Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft),
where the muleteers and donkeys will be waiting to transport food and
equipment. From here, we begin our trek to Ichiccocha (3,900 m / 12,795
ft). (L, D)
Elevation gain:
+1,000 m / +3,281 ft
Duration: 3–4 hours approx.
Day 2:
Ichiccocha – Arhuaycocha Base Camp (4,350 m / 14,272 ft)
We continue
trekking toward Base Camp, passing the beautiful Ichiccocha and Atuncocha
lakes. Along the way, we enjoy spectacular views of: Artesonraju, Taulliraju, Quitaraju.
Arrival at Arhuaycocha Base Camp (4,350 m / 14,272 ft). (B, L, D)
Elevation gain:
+450 m / +1,476 ft
Duration: 4–5 hours approx.
Day 3: Base Camp
– High Camp (5,450 m / 17,881 ft)
We begin our ascent
to High Camp. The trail climbs steadily through forests of quenual trees and
ichu grass. We cross loose moraine terrain before reaching the glacier. After
ascending a gully, we descend slightly to reach High Camp (5,450 m / 17,881 ft).
(B, L, D)
Elevation gain:
+1,100 m / +3,609 ft
Duration: 5–6 hours approx.
Day 4: High Camp
– Summit (5,947 m / 19,511 ft) – High Camp
Early morning
alpine start. Most of the ascent is done at night to take advantage of optimal
snow conditions. Temperatures range between -15°C to -20°C (5°F to -4°F).
The climb is of
moderate difficulty, with slopes between 65° and 70°, including a 300-meter
section of hard ice. From the rimaya, we continue to the summit (5,947 m /
19,511 ft), where we are rewarded with breathtaking views of the Cordillera
Blanca.
After photos at the
summit, we descend by rappel following the same route back to High Camp. (B,
L, D)
Elevation gain:
+497 m / +1,631 ft
Elevation loss: -497 m / -1,631 ft
Duration: 8–10 hours round trip
Day 5: High Camp
– Base Camp (4,350 m / 14,272 ft)
Descent along the
same route, carefully navigating crevasses and crossing the moraine back to
Base Camp.
(B, L, D)
Day 6: Base Camp
– Cashapampa – Huaraz Hotel (3,100 m / 10,171 ft)
After breakfast, we
pack up camp and descend with the donkeys to Cashapampa, where our private
transport will be waiting to take us back to your hotel in Huaraz.
Includes:
- Mountain Guide (UIAGM)(English-spanish) (1)
- Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes
(1)
- Donkey Driver: Staff who carry the gear and all the
equipment with the mules (1)
- Private tourist transportation to the starting and
end point of the climb
- Muleteer: Staff who carry the gear and all the
equipment with the mules (1)
- Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and
Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
- Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent,
dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
- Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils,
pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
- Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos
of personal equipment for the donkey)
- Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during
the trek aproximation
- Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/
60.00)
- Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face
every day
- Boiled water for your bottle every day
- First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized
assistance
- Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag
and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be
carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small
backpack with personal items.
Not Included:- Personal clothing for high mountains
- Personal technical equipment for high mountains
(boots, ice axes, crampons, harness, helmet, etc.)
- Extra meals and drinks in the cities
- Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station /
Hotel / Huaraz
- Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
- Entrance tickets (Huascaran National Park S/.
150.00 per person)
- Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
- Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can help you to
rent) (0°C - 20°C)
- Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)
Booking: To secure your place, you only
need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm
your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing,
either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of
the adventure.
Cancellation
Policy:
You
can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to
72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and
cancellations will not be possible.
