4 days3Day - A Trip for Climbing Nevado Pisco 5752 m Cordillera Blanca
Length
3 days
Itinerary
3 days planned
Group
Max 16
Guides
English, Spanish
Overview
Climbing Nevado Pisco is perfect for adventurers seeking a rewarding yet accessible high-altitude experience. This stunning 5,752-meter peak offers breathtaking views of iconic mountains like Huascarán, Alpamayo, and Artesonraju. Its moderate difficulty makes it ideal for beginners in mountaineering or those acclimating for higher peaks.
Day by day itinerary
1Huaraz - Transfer via valle Llanganuco to Cebollapampa - Trekking to Refugio Pisco (4680 m)⌄
Today we head for the departure point for our climb. We set off via private transport to the valley of the Santa River, as far down as Yungay and continuation via valley Llanganuco. From cruze Cebollapampa trekking up to Refugio Peru. We stop at the Pisco mountain hut “Refugio Perú“, our base camp. The view of the back portion of Huascarán Peak and Chopicalqui is overwhelming. We also enjoy the views of Huandoy, Chacraraju and Yanapaccha. Overnight in the hut. Driving 3 Hours approx Overnight Camping Hiking 5 Hours approx
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Overnight tents or Hut/Refugio.
2Base Camp/Peru Hut - Climb Nevado Pisco (5752 m) - back to Base Camp. Optional: hike just to Moraine Camp (4900 m)⌄
A little after midnight we leave Base Camp, climbing up to cross the long moraine to arrive at the glacier. A sharp climb brings us to the saddle of Nevada Pisco. Next the final long climb over the glacier to the peak, 5752 meters in elevation. We are again going to have a magnificent view of the highest mountain in Perú – Huascarán, and also nearby Huandoy, Chopiqualci and many more. Later we descend back to Refugio Peru. Optional: The group can climb to Moraine Camp comfortably in 3 or 4 hours and then return to the refuge or if hikers are not up for the return trip, we can camp on the moraine (4900 m). Overnight Camping Hiking 5 Hours approx Climbing 9 Hours approx
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Overnight tents or Hut/Refugio.
3Base Camp - Trekking to Refugio Pisco - Transfer to Huaraz⌄
Our trek is nearing its end. Early in the morning we begin our descent toward Cebollapampa and continue hiking until we arrive at the highway. From there, we take a vehicle to return to Huaraz. Tired and happy, we arrive at the hotel. Overnight Camping Hiking 4 Hours approx Driving 3 Hours approx
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
What's included
- ✓Cooks
- ✓Donkey driver and donkeys
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Peruvian qualified and experienced local guide/s
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓All meals during the tour
- ✓Transportation as tour schedule / Huaraz
- ✓Kitchen equipment
- ✓Camping tents (2 persons)
- ✓Guide: English, Spanish
Not included
- ✕Travel accident and health insurance
- ✕Meals in restaurants in Lima and Huaraz
- ✕Personal expenses
- ✕Acclimatization Tour
- ✕Entrance fees to the Huascaran National Park
- ✕Personal equipment (such as boots, ice ax, crampons, harness, sleeping bag, mat, Goretex, etc.)
- ✕Tips for our local team
Good to know
Starts: Our office is located on the main avenue, Avenida Luzuriaga. As a reference, it is in the same building as the Valery Center Hotel, next to Don Vito chicken restaurant and the La Curacao appliance store.
Ends: Our office is located on the main avenue, Avenida Luzuriaga. As a reference, it is in the same building as the Valery Center Hotel, next to Don Vito chicken restaurant and the La Curacao appliance store.
Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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