Santa Cruz to Ulta Valley Trek and Nevado Pisco Mountain Climbing
Trip Information
Length: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Maximum Altitude: 5752m
Season: May – September
Itinerary
Day 1: Huaraz – Cashapampa – Llamacorral
Day 2: Llamacorral – Taullipampa
Day 3: Taullipampa – Punta Union Pass – Paria
Day 4: Paria – Colcabamba – Molinopampa
Day 5: Molinopampa – Avalancha
Day 6: Avalancha – Paso Yanayacu Pass – Ulta Valley – Huaraz
Day 7: Rest day in Huaraz
Day 8: Drive to Cebollapampa 3990m and ascend to the base camp 4650m. 3 hours drive and 3 hours walk.
Day 9: Ascend to the moraine 4950m. 3 hours walk.
Day 10: Summit attempt and back to base camp. 10 to 12 hours climb for the day.
Day 11: Walk down to the road and drive back to Huaraz. 1½ hours walk and 3 hours drive.
Technical Difficulty & Fitness
1. Ropes are used principally for glacier travel and low-angle snow or ice slopes. Climbing experience is preferred, but not essential.
A. Good fitness, which for most people requires some training, by running, hiking and able to carry your personal climbing gear.
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Rodolfo was very accommodating and helpful when our plans were disrupted. His communication was great and he was extremely helpful with every detail of our trip. Shawn Heinlen, USA