Alpamayo Climb in the Peruvian Mountains (8 days)

Rising to 5,947 meters (19,511 feet) in elevation, Alpamayo is among the most recognizable peaks in the Cordillera Blanca and a much coveted summit for mountaineering enthusiasts!

The mountain sits in the northern reaches of Huascarán National Park and shot to fame in 1966 when a German outdoor magazine published a photo of it with a survey of mountaineering experts, who chose it as “the most beautiful mountain in the world”.

Starting from the idyllic city of Huaraz in north-central Peru, we will make our way to the mountain, enjoying a scenic approach through some of the country’s diverse and spectacular landscapes.

Once we reach the base of the mountain, it will be time to get out our climbing gear and make the highly technical, but rewarding ascent to the summit.

However, before any of this, we will start our adventure together with an acclimatization hike to Wilcacocha (3,600m), which will provide us with some great views and whet your appetite for the adventure ahead.

The following day, we will transfer to village of Cashapampa, from which point the trek begins.

Before reaching the foot of the mountain, we will approach through a verdant valley, passing pristine mountain lagoons en route.

As we cross over a mountain pass toward the foot of the peak, we will be privy to one of the best views of the peak that one can possibly get.

Once we’ve arrived at the foot of the mountain, it will be time to take out the ice axes, crampons and rope and begin climbing.

From the top, we will be rewarded with incredible views out over the surrounding peaks and valleys.

Once we’ve had our fill, we will make our descent and return to Huaraz.

So what are you waiting for? Book now for this incredible 8-day mountaineering adventure to the summit of Alpamayo!

If you like the look of this trip, but were looking for something a bit less technical, then I think you may also enjoy my 4-day Santa Cruz trek in Peru’s Cordillera Blanca!