Nevado Chopicalqui 4-day ascent expedition

Join Octavio, an IFMGA certified mountain guide, on an incredible guided ascent to Nevado Chopicalqui (6345 m), and enjoy the amazing beauty of the Andes.

Private

Cordillère Blanche

4 Days

Jul, Aug

High

Advanced

Description

I propose a 4-day guided ascent to discover the Nevado Chopicalqui (6345 m) in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range. Join me an let's spend an amazing time in the Peruvian Andes!

This impressive mountain lies between the Huascaran and Contrahierbas peaks, in the Yungay province. Nevado Chopicalqui (6345 m) has an easy access. Besides, the trail inside the valley goes around the edge of two beautiful emerald color lakes, the Chinacocha and Orconcocha.

We will meet in the city of Huaraz and then head to the Llanganuco Valley. We will enjoy the view of this amazing lagoons and continue to Morrena Camp (4820 m). On the second day, we will cross several moraines until we reach the glacier. Then, we will continue to High Camp (5380 m).

The third day is summit day! We will enjoy spectacular views from the top of the Chopicalqui. Then, we will hike down to Morrena Camp. Finally, on the fourth day, we will return to Huaraz. You can check the detailed itinerary below this text.

This program offers a moderate difficulty so you must have some prior experience in altitude climbs. Also, you need to be in good physical condition.

If you are interested in climbing up to Nevado Chopicalqui, feel free to contact me! I'll be happy to guide you up there. We will enjoy an unforgettable experience. I also offer a great guided ascent to Nevado Pisco. Check it out!

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Transport during the trip

- Transportation start and back

Itinerary

Day 1: Huaraz- Base camp (4430m) – Campo Morrena (4820m)

From Huaraz we will go to the second hairpin of the Portachuelo del Llanganuco pass, going through the Callejon de Huaylas until Yungay, before heading east of Huaraz. Then, we will reach the Llanganuco Valley where we will be able to observe two lakes with emerald-like water: Chinancocha and Orconcocha. We will start our hike passing through the Quenuales forest, before reaching a ridge and continuing until we reach Campo Morrena where we will spend the night. (Approx. 4 to 5 hours).

Day 2: Campo Morrena-High Camp (5380m)

We will start the hike by crossing several moraines until we reach the glacier. Then, we will start the journey up to the 5380m point where we will set up camp. (Approx. 4 hours).

Day 3: High Camp-Chopicalqui Summit (6354m)-Campo Morena

We will start our hike at 1 am, ascending until we reach the ridge, before continuing onto the first wall (50m, 50-60°) and then the second wall (60m, 50-65°) . *Please note that the inclination varies every year. We will climb to the Chopicalqui summit where great mountain views will await us. Later, we will descend to Campo Morrena. (Approx. 5 to 6 hour hike.)

Day 4: Campo Morrena-Huaraz

On the last day, we will descend to the hairpin, where our transport will be waiting for us to return to Huaraz. (Approx. 3 to 4 hours).

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Maximum group size: 12 Price 8/12 people: USD 660

THE PRICE ALSO INCLUDES: Cook and Helpers-Private transportation Huaraz / according to the program / Huaraz- Kitchen and dinning tent-Cooking equipment-Tent for 2 People-Toilette tent. NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Acclimatization tour- Entrance fee to Huascaran National Park- Porters (for tents and food)-Donkeys-Donkey drivers- Horse (in case of emergency during trekking)-Not mentioned food and beverages-Personal camping and climbing equipment (sleeping bag, climbing boots, crampons, ice axe, gaiters, harness, snow glasses, appropriate clothes, personal medicines, etc.).

Meeting point

Huaraz city

About the guide

Octavio

4.7

(15)

Mountain Guide

Founder, manager and Mountain Guide of Andean Peaks
Member of IVBV (Internationale Vereinigung der Bergführerverbände) IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guides Association) UIAGM (Union Internationale des Associations de Guide de Montagne).
I was born and raised in the hamlet of Yarush in 1987, at the foot of the Cordillera Blanca. From very young age i was born my passion for the mountains. In 2003 I started as enthusiast to climbing in rock next to my brother Eloy. In 2009 i obtained the title as ''official guide of high mountain'', i also ranks first in his class.
I enjoys doing sports climbing and opening new avenues in the cordillera Blanca, and in other countries. My wide experience has meant that he has climbed most of the mountains in cordillera blanca.

Languages

| English

Certificates

AGMP | UIAGM

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