Climb in Peru’s Cordillera Blanca, the world’s highest tropical mountain range. This 11-day alpine expedition blends smart acclimatization, targeted skills training, and a 6,000 m summit for a true high-altitude experience in the heart of the Andes.
Arrive in Lima, shuttle to Huaraz (7–8 hrs), then hike to 13–14k’ and refresh glacier skills. Trek into the Ishinca Valley with mule support, warm up on Ishinca (~5,530 m), and position for a major objective: Tocllaraju (~6,034 m) or Ranrapalca (~6,162 m). Celebrate in Huaraz before departure.
Highlights:
- Structured progression: acclimatization hikes, skills refreshers, warm-up summit, 6,000 m objective
- Warm-up climb of Ishinca with guided glacier travel and crevasse-rescue fundamentals
- Mule-supported approaches, private transport Lima ⇄ Huaraz
- Led by experienced IFMGA guides; ideal for fit climbers with solid crampon and ice-axe skills
Plan & Prepare: For day-by-day details, see the Itinerary tab. For logistics and gear support, check What’s Included and the FAQ. Have specific goals? Contact us and we’ll tailor objectives and dates to match your fitness, skills, and the season’s conditions.
💳 Payment: All deposits are nonrefundable. Final balance is due 120 days before the trip start.