HUARAZ 6 DAYS/ 5 NIGHTS

We will start this exciting adventure from Huaraz, taking a paved road to the north, passing through Carhuas, Tingua, and Mancos. We will arrive at Musho, where one of our muleteers will be waiting for us to begin the ascent to the highest mountain in Peru. After several hours of hiking, we will reach the foot of Huascaran, where we will set up our first camp.

Estimated hiking time: approximately 6 to 7 hours.
Approximate elevation gain: 1158 m ascent.

After breakfast and having packed all the climbing equipment, camp, and food, we will begin our hike with the help of porters and under the guidance of one of our experts. We will head towards the moraine camp, enjoying spectacular views north of the Callejón de Huaylas and the imposing Cordillera Negra. After several hours of hiking, we will arrive at our next campsite.

Estimated hiking time: approximately 3 to 4 hours.
Approximate elevation gain: 500 m ascent.

After a restful night under the shadow of Apu Huascaran and after enjoying breakfast, we will begin a gradual and safe ascent toward Camp I. Both yesterday and today are approach days, with short hikes that are ideal for acclimatization, helping us to prepare for the goal of reaching the summit of the imposing Huascaran.

Estimated hiking time: approximately 4 to 5 hours.
Approximate elevation gain: 600 m ascent.

This day, as the demands of our expedition are increasing, we will begin the ascent very early, between 3:00 and 4:00 a.m. After crossing the gully and going through an avalanche zone, we will arrive at our next camp, located in the heart of Huascarán, between its two majestic peaks.

Estimated hiking time: approximately 6 to 7 hours.
Approximate elevation gain: 700 m ascent.

We will start between 12:00 and 1:00 a.m., fully equipped and guided by one of our expert mountaineers. After crossing crevasses, canyons, and ice walls, we will reach the roof of Peru and the summit of the world’s highest tropical snow-capped mountain, the Huascaran. After taking pictures and enjoying the impressive view, we will begin the descent to Camp II, where you can rest and recharge your batteries before continuing to Camp I or the moraine, depending on the group’s physical condition.

Estimated hiking time: approximately 11 to 12 hours.
Approximate elevation gain: 768 m ascent and 2068 m descent.

After conquering the summit of Huascaran, we will begin the descent to the base camp. From there, with the help of donkeys, we will go to the village of Musho, where our driver will be waiting to take us back to Huaraz.

Estimated hiking time: approximately 5 to 6 hours.
Approximate elevation gain: 1658 m descent.