4 daysMountaineering Course Nevado Yanapaccha 4 Days with Local Guides
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Length
4 days
Itinerary
4 days planned
Group
Max 30
Guides
English, Spanish
Overview
4 Days / 3 Nights – Mountaineering Course on Nevado Yanapaccha
Max. Altitude: 5,686 m / 18,654 ft
Route: Mountaineering Course – Nevado Yanapaccha
Availability: March - October
Difficulty: Moderate
Ratio: 3 climbers per guide
Overview:
Nevado Yanapaccha, located in the Cordillera Blanca within Huascarán National Park, is an ideal peak for mountaineering training. It can be climbed nearly year-round and features a moderate difficulty level, with a final ascent inclination of 65°. Known for its abundant crevasses and ice walls, this mountain is perfect for practicing ice climbing and rescue techniques.
The name Yanapaccha comes from the Quechua words “Yana” (black) and “Paccha” (waterfall), meaning “Waterfall in the Black Mountain.” Highlights of the Cordillera Blanca. The highest tropical mountain range in the world, the Cordillera Blanca is part of the spectacular Andes that form the spine of South America. A mecca for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, the region boasts over 50 peaks.
Day by day itinerary
1Huaraz 3100 m / 10,170 ft - Camp Morrena 5000 m / 16,404 ft⌄
We depart from Huaraz, traveling through Yungay and into the stunning Llanganuco Valley, where we pass the turquoise lakes of Chinancocha and Orconcocha. Our journey continues to Km 42, the starting point of our hike. From here, we ascend to Camp Morrena, where we set up camp. In the afternoon, we focus on essential mountaineering skills, including knot tying, anchoring, and other key techniques. Duration: 3.5 hours driving | 4 hours hiking.
Meals: Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Tents
2Equipment & technique course⌄
On this day, we take a short 20-minute walk to reach the Yanapaccha Glacier, where we conduct a basic ice climbing course covering: Equipment use and handling Essential knot techniques Proper use of crampons Rope management and team roping Ice anchoring methods Fundamental ice climbing techniques
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Tents
3Rescue and Self-rescue course⌄
We navigate through various moraines to reach the glacier, where we gear up, rope up, and begin climbing an ice wall. After approximately 1.5 hours, we arrive at a crevasse, where we continue our training with a more advanced course: Reviewing equipment use and climbing techniques Practicing essential knots Glacier climbing techniques Safety and self-rescue methods in ice climbing Ice and snow anchoring Rescue and self-rescue training
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Tents
4Campo Morena – Cumbre 5460 m / 17,913 ft – Campo Morrena 5000 m / 16,404 ft – Huaraz⌄
We begin our ascent at 3:00 AM, crossing a moraine before reaching the wide glacier. From there, we climb a 180-meter ice wall (50-60° incline) to reach the summit, where we are rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Pisco, Huandoys, and other surrounding peaks. After enjoying the summit, we descend via a ridge with stunning views of Chacraraju, continuing down to the moraine and finally reaching Km 42, where our transport will be waiting. Ascent: Approximately 5 to 6 hours Descent to camp: Approximately 3 to 4 hours
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch
What's included
- ✓Entrance fees to the Huascaran National Park
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Donkey driver and donkeys or Porters
- ✓Peruvian qualified and experienced local guide/s
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Kitchen equipment & Cooks
- ✓All meals during the tour
- ✓Camping tents (2 persons)
Not included
- ✕Personal expenses
- ✕Acclimatization Tour
- ✕Personal equipment (such as boots, ice ax, crampons, harness, sleeping bag, mat, Goretex, etc.)
- ✕Tips for local team
Good to know
Starts: We pick up all passengers at our main office: Address: Av. Mariscal Toribio de Luzuriaga 475 – 2nd Floor, Huaraz – Peru.
Ends: We pick up all passengers at our main office: Address: Av. Mariscal Toribio de Luzuriaga 475 – 2nd Floor, Huaraz – Peru.
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
- You have to take your Personal equipment (such as boots, ice ax, crampons, harness, sleeping bag, mat, Goretex, etc.)
- You can rent gear in the location
From
$1,250
