Overview:
Urus is one of the classical mountains of the Cordillera Blanca, located northeast of the city of Huaraz, in the Ishinca valley. This mountain is an option for acclimatization, for later climbing of higher mountains and technical difficulty.
- Duration: 3 days/ 2 nights
- Maximum height: 5450 masl
- Availability: All year round
- Difficulty: easy/moderate
Note:
- 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 other force majeure, may cause this program to vary.
Itinerary:
Day 01: Huaraz - Cochapampa - Base Camp 4350 masl
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 - Urus Summit 5450 masl - Base Camp
We will begin climbing at around 3 am, we will hike through a zigzagging path that is along a steep ridge until we reach the glacier. This is where our climb begins Once we reach the summit, we are met with stunning views of the neighboring mountain peaks of Ranrapalca, Ishinca, Palcaraju, Tocllaraju, Akilpo, Copa, etc. Then we will start the descent by the same route of ascent to the base camp.
Climbing time is approximately 8 to 9 hours.
Day 03: Base Camp - Cochapampa - Huaraz
On the third day, we will hike around 3 to 4 hours through the hiking 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 (2 clients maximum per guide)
- Assistant guide (UIAGM candidate), with more than 2 clients
- Specialized high mountain cook
- Kitchen assistant (large groups)
- 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 ax, sunglasses, etc.).
- Additional tours
- Sleeping bag (approximately -15 ° C to -20 ° C)
- Evacuation, medical and rescue costs
- 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:
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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