Summit Climb to Alpamayo – 7 Days

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Summit Climb to Alpamayo – 7 Days

7 Days Starting and ending in Huaraz, Peru

Visiting: Huaraz, Santa Cruz, Peru, Alpamayo

Tour operator:

Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges

Tour code:

Alpamayo7

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 12

Physical rating:

High

Age range:

18-65

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians, Gluten & Dairy Free

Tour operated in:

English

From: $1999 $1904 Travel Club discount: -$95

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Summit Climb to Alpamayo. Discover Peru’s Cordillera Blanca as you trek, climb; and scramble over snow- and ice-covered moraine rock into the high altitudes of the Andes. Not for the faint of heart; this 14-day itinerary is for the somewhat experienced climber and altogether adventurous spirit. You will begin the climb, approaching the wall and crossing the rimaye. You will advance along the wall, following the French Direct route of 500 m and 70 and 80°, until you reach the pyramidal summit of Alpamayo, at 5947 m of altitude. Here you will have spectacular views of lagoons and snow-capped mountains. Alpamayo mayo is graded 4D. The summit climb is rather more alpine-style climbing in a steep vertical section through ice and snow surfaces. The vertical climb to the summit is about 6 hours and descending back to base camp will be another 3 hours.

Highlights

Meet locals on your way through the peaks and valleys of the Cordillera Blanca
Discover stunning turquoise lakes hidden among snowy peaked mountains
Camp on icy mountaintops with unparalleled views of surrounding peaks
Reach the Alpamayo summit and rappel down to High Camp

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Drive From Huaraz To Trailhead

Location: Huaraz

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Drive to the trailhead; which begins in the village of Cashapampa (9,000 feet/2,743 meters). This 3 hour drive takes us through beautiful farming communities as you head between the spines of the Cordillera Negra and the Cordillera Blanca. After organizing our burros, you’ll hike with daypacks to Llama Corral (11,500 feet/3,505 meters), where you’ll camp for the night.

Day 2 : Establish Base Camp

Location: Santa Cruz

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you’ll continue trekking past the Santa Cruz Lakes until arriving into the hanging valley that sits beneath Alpamayo. Making our base camp at the treeline, approximately 13,500 feet (4,115 meters).

Day 3 : Load Carry To Moraine Camp

Location: Santa Cruz

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you’ll help carry equipment to the moraine camp (16,000 feet/4,877 meters), at the edge of the glacier. After safely storing our gear you’ll return to Base Camp for one of our cook Teo’s famous feasts.

Day 4 : Move To Moraine Camp

Location: Peru

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we move up to moraine camp at 16,000’/4,877m in good time to take in the views from this camp. You’ll eat well this evening in readiness for the summit to come!

Day 5 : Move To Col Camp

Location: Peru

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you’ll make your steps onto the glacier making our move to Col Camp (18,000 feet/5,486 meters). Often one of the most challenging days of the expedition, you’ll be climbing on fissured glacier and moving up as many as three/two-tool ice and neve pitches, whilst managing the weight of your backpacks! Col Camp boasts one of the best views from a high camp in the entire world, the alpenglow lights up the Southwest face.

Day 6 : Summit Alpamayo

Location: Alpamayo

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Providing you are well acclimatized and strong, today you’ll attempt the summit of Alpamayo (19,512 feet/5,947 meters). The route to the summit has a 1-2 hour approach across a steep glacier before crossing the bergshrund onto the South- West Face. 6-9 pitches (depending on whether we tackle the climb via the Ferrari or Italian Route) of two-tool (55-70 degree) ice and neve take us to just below the summit ridge.

Traditionally, a final hard, steep pitch puts us on top, where in a good year you can straddle the ridge (one foot on each side hanging over 2000+’/610+m faces) and work our way to the ultimate summit.

Rappelling the route to descend, and then return to our high camp.

Day 7 : Return To Huaraz

Location: Huaraz

Meals Included: Breakfast

Moving out from our high camp, traversing down to Cashapampa, where our private transportation will be waiting to take us back to Huaraz. It’s never goodbye, only until the next time!

What's Included

Accommodation

As detailed in the itinerary.
Fully Guided

Yes. Qualified and licensed trekking and climbing guides and UIAGM international certified climbing guides
Meals

All meals and snacks on treks and climbs
Additional Services

Booking of domestic flight tickets, bus tickets, hotels and guesthouses, Lima transfers and city tours
Transport

Private trek transport in a well maintained vehicle with careful drivers
What equipment is included?

Quality international brand tents, Cooking, Dining & bathroom tents, All cooking equipment, kitchen equipment, eating utensils, tables & chairs, Thermorest sleeping mattress

What's Not Included

Insurance
Guide Service Fee
Private Expenses
International Travel

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

12 People.
What equipment is included?

Quality international brand tents, Cooking, Dining & bathroom tents, All cooking equipment, kitchen equipment, eating utensils, tables & chairs, Thermorest sleeping mattress
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Note 1: We classify the course and climbing as Hard because the altitude of 5686 metres and the steep, tough nature of the hike up to camp while carrying your gear, do make it demanding. The intensive nature of the climbing instruction is also physically demanding. You need to be strong enough to carry a moderate-weight backpack up the steep trail. For the fit, strong and well-acclimatized this is a great, challenging adventure; you should not consider this program unless you have above average fitness and are generally strong. Note 2: The guide in charge of your climb will be one of our local experienced & professional UIAGM International Mountain Guides. Note 3: Acclimatisation It is important that you are well acclimatized to the altitude before attempting to climb any peak in the Cordillera Blanca, thus avoiding any potential problems with lack of energy or any altitude-related illnesses when climbing. Climbing above 5000m is physically demanding, even when the climbing itself is not steep or technical. On this ascent you go from Huaraz (3,090m) direct to the Moraine Camp (5,130m), constituting an altitude gain of 2040 metres in a single day. It is therefore extremely important that you already be well acclimatized. We recommend a trek of minimum 4 days or a series of day hikes to above 4500m for acclimatization and extra fitness. Arrive in Huaraz and check in to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day settling in and acclimating to the higher altitude — 9,843 feet above sea level.
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

Yes. Qualified and licensed trekking and climbing guides. UIAGM international certified climbing guides
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes.

How long has the tour company been trading?

For 3 years
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Always
What documents will I receive before I travel?

This depends on the type of tour you've booked. If there is paperwork to be sent (i.e. domestic flights etc.) we will forward these to you ahead of time.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

It can be possible in instances, a lot depends on the type of tour being run and it's accessibility
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

We don't fund charities directly but we work with local communities where we can to support them and provide resources whenever possible. We utilise local resources with all of our trips so in that respect you are contributing to the local economy and the welfare of it's people.
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

At Unu Raymi Expeditions; we’ll always keep our commitment to deliver the best customised experience created from your own personal & group requirements. We’ll provide as many available options for planning your ideal trip; operating & incorporating many off-the-beaten path experiences for your trip or expedition. Before your trip begins we’ll work with you to ensure you are fully prepared and ha
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Yes, if you wold like to share facilities with someone this can be organised
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

We are working with the latest protocols issued by the Ministerio de Salud (Ministry of Health) to ensure our operations are safe and compliant for the future. All hygiene standards that are being developed will be adhered to in compliance with state legislation and protocols.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

We have the flexibility to alter trips as necessary if there are travel restrictions in place. For all other changes please refer to our terms and conditions.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

This will depend if you have booked a private or group tour

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Ben Connolly UK

Backpacker Special Peru Edition

21-Jan-2022

We have had the time of our lives and the best is still to come. We are very happy with everything! We loved Puno and everything else has been amazing :) Thanks

Fun Group!

Matthew Richard Ivor Jones UK

Backpacker Special Per�

20-Jan-2024

Great Tour! Unu Raymi organized a great tour for me. Including a customized visit to Lake Titicaca on top of the Sacred Valley/Machu Picchu tour. The guides were knowledgeable and enthusiastic and took me through some interesting history and spectacular views.

Trekkeroo!

Jim Bennett USA

Cerro Plata & Penitentes-Mendoza-Argentina

02-Feb-2024

It was awesome! Nicolas was a nice guide-enjoyed 100%

Trek Hound

Jenny Thwaite Australia

Cotahuasi Canyon

20-Jan-2024

An avid trekker! I have been to Peru many times and trekked in many places with many different companies but I feel that my experience with Unu Raymi Expeditions has been the absolute and ultimate best.

Trekkeroo!

Vilma Linares Domincan Republic

Coast to Cusco & Jungle

10-Oct-2023

Unu Raymi Tour Operator & Lodges is the best. They planned our amazing trip to Peru- Edwin our guide- and Jesus our driver. James managed our trip through airport accidents and transportation strikes making sure we didn�t miss any of the main highlights of our trip. Truly amazing! I highly recommend it and would certainly go back on our next incredible journey.

2 Avid Trekkers

Rainnie Thailand

Ausangate Circuit Trek

20-Jan-2024

That's an insane unforgettable trekking experience with your team! We are so satisfied with their professionalism and enthusiasm! Milton did a great job he is an expert and he took good care of us! He is so passionate about his love of hiking & trekking. Along the trek he shared his knowledge about everything the Andeans local languages and community beliefs. Our cook was a wonder to us :) He was so fun friendly and chilled. He knows how to cook.

2 Avid Trekkers

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