The Cordillera Blanca: Ishinca, Urus & Tocllaraju in 10 days, from Huaraz, Peru
Reach the summits of Ishinca, Urus and Tocllaraju on this 10-day program in the Cordillera Blanca led by UIAGM certified aspirant guide Nicolás.
Private
Cordillera Blanca
8 Days
May - Aug
High
Highlights
* Reach the summit of three different peaks in one 10-day program.
* Contemplate incredible sights of the mountains during the whole trip.
* Live an amazing sportive experience in the Cordillera Blanca and Huaraz.
Description
Have a wonderful time exploring the Cordillera Blanca on this 10-day adventure departing from Huaraz in Peru. We’ll get to the top of three wonderful peaks in the range: Ishinca (5,530 meters), Urus (5,423 meters) and Tocllaraju (6,034 meters).
Located in the Huascarán National Park, Urus Peak is an excellent ascent for acclimatization. As for Ishinca, due to its easy route and incredible sights, it’s one of the most famous mountains in the range. Certainly, the big star of our expedition will be Tocllaraju, one of the tallest and most popular peaks in the Cordillera Blanca and Perú.
Apart from the ascents, on this 10-day program, I offer you the possibility to go rock climbing around the Antacocha Lake. This is an excellent climbing destination near Huaraz where we can enjoy great multi-pitch routes and contemplate fantastic views from the range. Furthermore, we’ll go on acclimatization ascents and discover beautiful lakes in the area. Please, take a look at the bottom of the page for a detailed description of the itinerary.
Regarding difficulty, keep in mind it’s mandatory for this program to have prior mountaineering experience as well as a very good level of fitness.
So, would you like to take part of this adventure in the mountains of Cordillera Blanca? Then all you have to do is send the request to book your place. You won’t regret your choice!
Looking for more mountaineering experiences in the Andes? Then take a look at these programs that I lead to Tupungato, Marmolejo and Ojos del Salado.
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Transport during the trip
- Group porters
Price details
Not included: night in refuge and entrance to the park.
Itinerary
Day 1: Rock climbing day in Antacocha
On day 1, we can go rock climbing around Antacocha Lake or, if you don’t wish to climb, we can visit the gorgeous Lake 69, inside the Huascarán National Park.
Day 2: Nevado Mateo
We’ll enjoy a full day of mountaineering to the summit of Nevado Mateo, at 5,150 meters of altitude.
Day 3: Rest Day (optional)
Day 4: Huaraz - Base Camp
On this day, we’ll depart from Huaraz at 8 am in the direction of Pashpa, where we’ll begin our 4-hour approach to the Base Camp.
Day 5: Base Camp - Ishinca - Base Camp
We’ll wake up very early in the morning and depart at 4.30 am to the Ishinca summit. After 1.30 hours, we’ll get to the Ishinca Glacier and then it will take us 3 hours reach the top. Afterwards, we can descend through the same route or across the west face.
Day 6: Base Camp - Urus - Base Camp
Day 6 will also start very early: we’ll wake up at 4 am and depart at 5 am. This ascent is easier and it will take us around 2 hours to get to the summit, from where we’ll gaze at a breathtaking views.
Day 7: Rest and preparation day
Day 8: Morrena Camp Tocllaraju
At 10 am, we’ll go on a 2-hour climb and take our equipment to the Morrena Camp, at 5,150 meters of altitude.
Day 9: Tocllaraju Summit
On the summit day, we’ll begin our journey at 1 am to get to the top between 7 and 9 am. Then, we’ll begin the descent to the Base Camp, where we’ll relax and celebrate our achievement.
Day 10: Base Camp - Huaraz
We’ll share breakfast at 8 am and then return to Huaraz.
Details
More info
Participants should bring coat, sunscreen, sunglasses, warm clothes, waterproof jacket, gloves, waterproof pants, socks, mountain boots, helmet, harness, 2 carabiners with insurance, ATC with HMS carabiner, crampons, sticks and 2 ice axes.
Meeting point
About the guide
Nicolás
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Aspirant Guide
I am an aspirant IFMGA mountain guide, with extensive experience in Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Perú and Ecuador.
I used to live in Cajón del Maipo, and now I live in Coyhaique, south Chile.
I do a lot of guiding in South America´s High Mountain, especially on technical routes. I also do rock climbing courses in different parts of Chile and in my city.
During my tours, I try to generate the best experience for my clients, and like to teach them about the cultural and environmental importance of the places we visit.
Languages
English
Certificates
ANGM | UIAGM
What people are saying about Nicolás
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My guide Angela was great. Her experience and expertise helped me make the climb of a lifetime. My safety and well-being were her first and foremost concern.
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