Ishinca is one of the popular mountains located in the Cordillera Blanca, along the valley of the same name. This mountain is one of the many options to acclimatize in preparation for climbs of higher altitude and technical difficulty.
Overview:
- Duration: 3 days/ 2 nights
- Maximum height: 5550 m
- Availability: All year round
- Difficulty: easy/moderate
FYI:
- The itinerary is a model to follow, however, situations such as natural disasters, climate change, landslides, political unrest, strikes, demonstrations, changes in government regulations or another force majeure may cause this program to vary.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Huaraz - Cochapampa - Base Camp 4350 m
We will start our expedition from the city of Huaraz on a private bus, which will take us to Cochapampa. Here the muleteers will be waiting for us and they will take all the equipment to the base camp. The approximate journey up the valley from the Queñuales is approximately 4 to 5 hours.
Day 02: Base Camp - Summit Ishinca 5550 m - Base Camp
We will begin our ascent at 2 am following a zig-zagged path that will take us to the edge of the glacier. We will ascend the glacier making our way to Ishinca summit. From the summit we will have a privileged view of the surrounding mountains: Ranrapalca, Urus, Palcaraju, Tocllaraju, Akilpo, Copa, etc. Then we will descend by the same route of ascent to base camp.
Climbing time is approximately 9 to 10 hours.
Day 03: Base Camp - Cochapampa - Huaraz
On the third day, we will return by a marked trail down the valley to Cochapampa, where we finish our hike and return by bus to Huaraz approximately 1 ½ hour.
Recommendations:
- If you want to do this type of climbing, it is necessary to acclimatize previously for several days and be in good physical/technical conditions.
It includes:
- Private transportation (according to the program)
- Certified and qualified UIAGM/AGMP Mountain Guide
- Assistant guide (UIAGM candidate), a large group
- Specialized high mountain cook
- Kitchen assistant (large group)
- Kitchen utensils
- Food during the program (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Porter support (high mountain assistant, who transfers collective equipment to the high camps).
- Mules and muleteers support (who transfer the camp equipment and personal equipment to the base camp).
- Collective first aid kit
- Collective technical equipment
- Camping equipment (kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table, chairs)
- Huascarán National Park entrance ticket/permits
- Camping tents (2 to 3 people per tent)
Not included:
- Bus or plane ticket reservation for transfer
- Hotel reservation for accommodation in Huaraz
- Acclimatization program before climbing
- Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day
- Food and drinks during the stay in Huaraz
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal climbing equipment (harness, mountain pants, mountain jacket (Gore-Tex), mountain shoes or mixed shoes, mats, appropriate clothing, personal medication, sleeping bag, backpack, crampons, ice axe, sunglasses, etc.).
- Additional tours
- Sleeping bag (approximately -15 ° C to -20 ° C)
- Evacuation, medical and rescue costs
- Telephone calls, access to internet booths and other additional expenses
- Laundry service
- Personal toiletries
- Mattress
- Tips to staff
- Additional expenses not specified in this travel program
Additional Service:
- If you do not have the above-mentioned equipment, you have the option to rent it.
- If you wish to have any additional service, do not hesitate to ask.
What to bring:
- Personal First Aid Kit
- Climbing boots (compatible for crampons)
- Hiking shoes (gore-tex)
- Socks (we recommend bringing changes, for climbing and hiking boots)
- Spats
- Short and long-sleeved cotton shirts or T-shirts
- Lightweight trousers
- Regular and long underwear (over 4,000 masl)
- Light hat and wool cap.
- Water bottle
- Lightweight gloves
- Small backpack
- Strong canvas duffle bag
- Sunglasses (100% UV, dark), sunscreen, lip balm
- Flashlight with spare batteries and bulb.
- Climbing helmet
- Climbing harness
- Pair of climbing karabiners
- Lines for Prusik
- ATC guide
- Walking axes
- Sleeping bag (approximately -15 ° C to -20 ° C)
- Trekking poles
- Camera (optional)
- Marching Foods Assorted cookies (sweet and salty), dried fruits, candies, etc.
Prices & Dates:
- This program is designed exclusively for private groups in order to provide you a better experience. We have local certified guides and support team at your disposal. If you have any questions regarding our packages and pricing options please feel free to contact us.
Note
- Receive a special discount for groups of more than 5 participants.
- Additional information is available upon request at the time of booking.
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