Ascending Pisco offers amazing views to non-climbers who want to summit an Andes peak.
For keen trekkers and people acclimatised and with no, or limited, experience on snow and ice, this is a must.
This three-day climb of Mount Pisco (5,750m) takes place in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca.
Our guides take you close to the roof of the Andes up this beautiful mountain and give you a view you’ll never forget.
Itinerary – day 1
Bus from Huaraz to the start of the trek. Start walking at Quebrada Demanda to Pisco base camp. From the camp there are magnificent views of Pisco and all around to the high peaks of the Cordillera including Huascaran (at 6768 metres Peru's highest peak) and Huandoy.
Day 2
Today you continue to the summit of Pisco (5750m). Setting off early, you cross a broad moranic 'moonscape', reach the snow line at 4800m and don crampons for the ascent of the glacier.
At the col separating Pisco from Huandoy to the north, you start to negotiate the northern slopes of Pisco. Late morning should see you on the summit for some of the most spectacular panoramas in the range. The descent takes you back to the base camp and a deserved rest.
Day 3
Trek from Base Camp to the road, bus to Huaraz.
Included
All transport to and from the trek and Huaraz, all camping equipment, water and meals on the trek, and English-speaking guide.
Not Included
International flights (we can look for these for you), insurance, tips, sleeping bags, climbing kit (ice axe, crampons etc – these can be hired) and items of a personal nature
You could extend your trip by trekking the Inca Trail or visiting the Amazon.
Check out our Peru group trips, or our many tailor made Peru options. You can always contact the office for more information on tailor made and group options.
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