MOUNT PISCO

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Huaraz – Yuraq Corral – Pisco Base Camp

   We’ll drive from Huaraz to Yuraq Corral (a.k.a. Cebollapampa) in about 3 hours, passing by the stunning turquoise lakes Chinancocha and Orconcocha in the Llanganuco Valley. 🚐💙

   From Yuraq Corral (3,870 m), we hike through high Andean landscapes to reach Pisco Base Camp, where we’ll set up tents, relax, and prepare for the summit day. 🏕️

   • 📏 Hike Distance: 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
   • 🕖 Start Time: 7:00 am
   • 🏕️ Overnight: Camping tents
   • Elevation Gain: +795 m
   • Hiking Time: 5 – 6 hrs
   • Camp Altitude: 4,665 m / 15,305 ft

2. Day 2: Summit Day! Pisco Base Camp – Summit – Base Camp

   ⏰ We’ll begin our climb at 1:00 am! After hiking over rocky moraines for 2–3 hours, we reach the glacier and gear up with crampons, harnesses, helmets, and ropes.

   The route is mostly gentle, with a few steeper sections and possibly some crevasses depending on conditions. 🧗‍♀️❄️

   At the summit, you’ll feel like you're on top of the world — surrounded by snow-covered giants and breathtaking beauty. 🏔️🔥 We’ll take our time to enjoy the view and then descend carefully back to base camp.

   • 📏 Hike Distance: 10.3 km / 6.4 mi
   • 🕐 Start Time: 1:00 am
   • 🏕️ Overnight: Camping tents
   • Elevation: +1,087 m / -1,087 m
   • Hiking Time: 12 hrs
   • Summit Altitude: 5,752 m / 18,871 ft

3. Day 3: Base Camp – Yuraq Corral – Huaraz

   After a hearty breakfast, we pack up and begin our return hike to Cebollapampa, where our transport will be waiting to take us back to Huaraz. 🏞️🚐

   🟡 Optional: Want more adventure? You can choose to hike across to Laguna 69, one of the most famous and scenic lakes in the area — a longer route, but with unforgettable views! 💙⛰️

   • 📏 Hike Distance: 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
   • 🕘 Start Time: 8:00 am
   • 🏨 Accommodation: Hotel in Huaraz
   • Elevation Loss: -795 m
   • Hiking Time: 2 – 3 hrs