MOUNT ISHINCA & TOCLLARAJU
This program is an excellent way to climb two stunning peaks in a single expedition! ⛺ It's a perfect choice for beginners or climbers with little experience on vertical terrain, who want to learn new techniques, improve their skills, and prepare for bigger challenges like Huascarán, Artesonraju, or Alpamayo. This itinerary includes a smooth approach hike to base camp, ideal for acclimatization and training. 🧗♂️🌄
Itinerary
Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m) – Pashpa (3,387 m) – Ishinca Base Camp (4,370 m)
We leave Huaraz in the morning 🚐 and after a one-hour drive, we reach the village of Pashpa. Here we meet our muleteers and donkeys, who will carry our gear 🫏. The hike to base camp is relatively easy and offers beautiful views of the Ishinca Valley.
- 🥾 Hike Distance: 11.13 km (6.9 mi)
- ⏱️ Duration: 5–6 hours
- ⛰️ Elevation Gain: +983 m
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- ⏰ Start Time: 7:00 am
Day 2: Ishinca Base Camp – Ishinca Summit (5,530 m) – Return to Base Camp
We wake up very early 🌌, enjoy a hot drink, and begin our night hike under the stars. After about 2 hours, we reach the glacier and gear up for the climb. The ascent is moderate and a great opportunity to test each climber’s skills and acclimatization. 🧊❄️
- 🥾 Hike Distance: 12.2 km (7.6 mi)
- ⏱️ Duration: 10–12 hours
- ⛰️ Elevation Gain: +1,160 m
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- ⏰ Start Time: 2:00 am
Day 3: Rest Day 😌
We’ll take this day to rest, recover, and prepare for the next big climb. It's also a great time to review rope techniques, glacier travel skills, or simply relax and enjoy the mountains. 🧘♀️🗻
Day 4: Ishinca Base Camp – Camp 1 of Tocllaraju (5,040 m)
After breakfast, we hike up to Camp 1, carrying the necessary gear. The ascent is moderate, giving us plenty of time to settle in, rest, and continue acclimatizing. 🏕️
- 🥾 Hike Distance: 3.3 km (2.05 mi)
- ⏱️ Duration: 4–5 hours
- ⛰️ Elevation Gain: +670 m
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- ⏰ Start Time: 8:00 am
Day 5: Summit Day! Tocllaraju (6,034 m) – Return to Base Camp
We wake up at midnight and start our summit push at 1:00 am. Most of the climb is glacier travel, with a few steep sections—especially the final summit block. Depending on conditions and group pace, we may descend all the way to base camp. 🏔️✨
- 🥾 Distance: 4.8 km (up) / 6.37 km (down)
- ⏱️ Duration: 12–14 hours
- ⛰️ Elevation Gain: +736 m / Descent: -1,486 m
- 🏕️ Accommodation: Camping
- ⏰ Start Time: 12:00 am
Day 6: Base Camp – Pashpa – Huaraz
We’ll have a relaxed morning and wait for our muleteer team to pack the donkeys 🫏. Then, we hike back down the valley to Pashpa, where our private transportation will be waiting to take us back to Huaraz. 🚐
- 🥾 Hike Distance: 11.13 km (6.9 mi)
- ⏱️ Duration: 4–5 hours
- ⛰️ Descent: -983 m
- 🏨 Accommodation: Hotel
- ⏰ Start Time: 8:00 am
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