Pisco West SUMMARY: An easy climb suitable for acclimatization. Great views of mountains around, not a technical or challenging but still fun and safe.
AVAILABILITY: Winter (Southern Hemisphere) BEST TIME: May to October DURATION: 3 days DIFFICULTY: Moderate MAX: ALTITUDE: 5752 m INCLUDES: Ground transportation to/from trail heads, Guide, Cook, Mule drivers and pack animals, your tent, meals while climbing, sleeping pads and technical gear. NOT INCLUDED: Park entry fee S/65.00, personal gear
ITINERARY (suggested): D1. Transfer Caraz or Huaraz to Cebollapampa, 3900m (end of Llanganuco valley), climb +765m in about 4hrs to Refugio Peru, 4,665m D2. Early set off to cross the moraine, then get the ‘col’ 5,350m and Summit attempt. Back to Refugio Peru D3. Back to Cebollapampa and then drive to Caraz or Huaraz