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Huascaran
Altitude 6,768m Grade: 3B
Huascaran
Brilliant climbing on Peru's highest peak
At 6768m, Huascaran is Peru’s highest mountain, and the fourth highest peak in the whole of the American continent. Its presence dominates the chain of dramatic ice peaks known as the Cordillera Blanca, which offers some of the most stunning climbing and scenery found anywhere else in the world. Although higher, this peak offers a less technically challenging route to its summit than Alpamayo; it is a perfect peak for those already confident on Scottish Grade 1/2, Alpine PD+.
Our expedition originates from Huaraz and quickly moves along the relatively flat and wooded Ishinca Valley. We set up Base Camp high up in this valley, with a mesmerizing array of jagged snow-capped peaks surrounding us; a classic amphitheatre of towering rock and ice. We acclimatise on relatively straightforward peaks such as Urus (5423m) and Ishinca (5530m). We then make our way to the stunning Llanganuco Valley, with its twin turquoise lagoons and towering peaks. Here we climb Pisco
(5752m), one of the most popular climbs in the Cordillera Blanca. When we attain the summit and look out over the superb views to Alpamayo and Huascarán, it is easy to see why.
Base Camp for Huascarán is reached from Yungay and the village of Mosho. We make our way towards the glacier by way of a super series of rock slabs. Two further camps are made before the summit can be
attempted.
Dates & Prices
Availability
What's Included
- Prices are inclusive of International flights where applicable. See Adjustments/Extras to the right for land only price information.
- A British expedition team leader. Small groups may use a local leader.
- Travel to and from UK airport (unless otherwise specified).
- Transfers to and from the in-country airport if flights booked with Adventure Peaks
- Permits, charges, importation taxes and levies payable to the Local Authorities in connection with the expedition.
- Food, fuel and cooking equipment whilst on the mountain.
- Hotel and other valley accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
- All tents and other communal equipment necessary for the climb.
- Medical safety equipment and supplies.
- Communication equipment (each member on a Grade 3B or above are normally provided with a radio whilst on the mountain and the team is often supported with a Satellite Telephone and e-mail facilities on extended expeditions at Base Camp).
- 90 - 120 litre kit bag for expedition members for UK based clients. A logoed top will be substituted for all clients residing outside of the UK and for returning clients
- 15% discount card off equipment and clothing.
What's Excluded
- Personal climbing clothes and equipment.
- Personal insurance, visas, departure tax and inoculations.
- Transfers to and from the in-country airport if flights NOT booked with Adventure Peaks
- Drinks and hotel or guest house meals, unless specified.
- Personal medical supplies and personal use of communication equipment.
- Excess baggage.
- Tips for porters and local guides.
- Costs associated with an expedition finishing early.
- Costs associated with you leaving an expedition early.
- Costs associated with extending a trip due to bad weather or other circumstances.
Itinerary
| Day 1-2 | Fly to Lima & overnight in Hotel |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Huaraz by luxury coach |
| Day 4 | Acclimatise around Huaraz |
| Day 5 | Acclimatise at Languna Chirup |
| Day 6 | Trek to Ishinca BC |
| Day 7 | Acclimatisation |
| Day 8 | Summit Urus |
| Day 9 | Rest day |
| Day 10 | Summit Ishinca |
| Day 11 | Return to Huaraz |
| Day 12 | Drive to Yungay & trek to Pisco BC |
| Day 13 | BC - High Camp 4900m |
| Day 14 | Summit Pisco |
| Day 15 | Spare summit day |
| Day 16 | Overnight to Huaraz |
| Day 17 | Huaraz to Huascaran BC |
| Day 18 | Move to Camp I (4750m) or II (5250m) |
| Day 19 | Move to High Camp 5900m |
| Day 20 | Summit day |
| Day 21 | Spare summit day |
| Day 22 | Descend to BC and drive to Huaraz |
| Day 23 | Return to Lima & overnight Hotel |
| Day 24-25 | Return flight |
Insurance
It is essential for a trip of this type that you are adequately insured. When researching insurance options, please ensure the policy covers you for the following:
- Cancellation or curtailment
- Helicopter rescue (most insurance companies will no longer cover for ‘search and rescue’ but providing you stay with the group, they will assist with ‘rescue’)
- Repatriation
- The altitude that you are expected to attain
- The location especially when travelling to Antarctica
- Grade of trek/climb/expedition
- Medical cover
Adventure Peaks partners with Global Rescue to offer the world’s leading travel protection services. Medical and security emergencies happen. When they do, we rely on Global Rescue to provide our clients with medical, security, travel risk and crisis response services. Without a membership, an emergency evacuation could cost over $100,000. More than one million members trust Global Rescue to get them home safely when the unexpected happens. We highly recommend our clients enroll with Global Rescue, in particular for peaks over 7000m:
https://partner.globalrescue.com/adventurepeaks/
We are aware the following provide insurance:
For UK based clients:
Expeditions and Treks under 7000m - Campbell Irvine Direct : http://www.campbellirvine.com/AdventurePeaks
HCC Medical Insurance Services: LLC sales@hccmis.com Tel: 1-800-605-2282
Travelex Ins. Services: www.travelexinsurance.com Tel: 1-800 228 9792
True Traveller Ins: www.truetraveller.com Tel: 0333 999 3140 for treks including over 4500m
Austrian Alpine Club (UK) www.aacuk.org.uk Tel: +44 (0)1929 556870
Rothwell & Towler: www.world-first.co.uk Tel: 0345 908 0161 (under 6400m)
J S Insurance: www.jsinsurance.co.uk Tel: 0844 848 1500
Snowcard: www.snowcard.co.uk Tel: 01295 660836
The B.M.C.: www.thebmc.co.uk Tel: 0161 445 6111 (call and speak to Jim. Please note the BMC cannot cover Mt Damavand)
Dogtag: www.dogtag.co.uk Tel: 0800 036 4824 (Check excess etc)
For non-UK based clients:
HCC Medical Insurance Services: LLC sales@hccmis.com Tel: 1-800-605-2282
Travelex Ins. Services: www.travelexinsurance.com Tel: 1-800 228 9792
True Traveller Ins: www.truetraveller.com Tel: 0333 999 3140 for treks including over 4500m
Austrian Alpine Club (UK): www.aacuk.org.uk Tel: +44 (0)1929 556870
AXA Worldwide Travel Ins: www.axainsurance.com Tel: +44 (0)844 874 0360
Ingle International: www.ingleinternational.com Tel: (USA) 1.800.360.3234
Insure for Less: www.insure4less.com.au (Australian clients)
You do not have to use any of the above, but if you make your own insurance arrangements documentary evidence of your own policy is required.
Please forward the details of your Insurance as soon as you have it: we need the insurance company’s name, their 24 hour emergency telephone number and your insurance policy number – admin@adventurepeaks.com