VALLUNARAJU MOUNTAIN | HIGH EXPEDITIONS

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CLIMBING VALLUNARAJU MOUNTAIN

2 Days / 1 Night
Quality, all-inclusive expedition staying

CLIMBING VALLUNARAJU MOUNTAIN

2 Days / 1 Night
Quality, all-inclusive expedition staying

TRIP LENGTH: 2 Days

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

FROM: $ 490 USD

Expedition | Cordillera Blanca

Climbing Vallunaraju Mountain

Vallunaraju is one of the most predominant mountains that can be seen directly from Huaraz as well as from the Cordillera Negra. It can be easily identified and distinguished from other mountains for its double-headed summit from which the northern summit is the highest one.

Vallunaraju Mountain is one of the few peaks in the Cordillera Blanca that can be climbed in two days. This mountain is perfect for both first-time climbers and also experienced climbers. A good peak to include at the end of your trek or for acclimatization for climbing bigger peaks. Although graded as an easy climb, the high altitude and long and in places steep snow slopes do make Vallunaraju Mountain a physically demanding climb.

EXPEDITION

Overview

Itinerary

Inclusions

Recommendations

Max Altitude: 5,686 m / 15,374 ft
Route: Climbing Vallunaraju Mountain
Availability: May – October
Difficulty: Easy / Moderate

TRAVEL PROGRAM

Day 1: Transfer from Huaraz (3100 m) to Morrena Camp (4800 m)

We depart from the city of Huaraz at 8:00 a.m. to Llaca Refuge around 2 hours. After that, we climb steeply up a ridge for 2 to 3 hours to Moraine Camp (4800 m). From this point, we will see mountains such as San Juan, Ranrapalca, Ocshapalca, and Leon Dormido.
In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
Overnight at the campsite.

Day 2: From Morrena Camp (4800 m) to Vallunaraju Summit (5,686 m), Morrena Camp to Huaraz

Early in the morning around 3:00 am, we start a short climb over the rocks for about 25 minutes to get to the beginning of the glacier. As soon as we reach the beginning of the glacier on the west face, we put on our climbing gear such as crampons, rope up, and harnesses.
After that, we start climbing up on hard ice until finding the good snow slopes field with some steep sections until reaching the Collado between the north and south peaks. On the top, we will shoot panorama photos. After enjoying the views and taking pictures, we go back down to the Moraine Camp for about 2 hours. Lately, we return back to Llaca Valley and our transport will wait for us to transfer to Huaraz.
Meals: B, L

What is included?

Transfer from Huaraz - Llaca – Huaraz in private transport
Mountain Guide certified by the AGMP- UIAGM
Mountain technical equipment (Helmet, harness, ice ax, crampons)
Group equipment
1 Breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Mountain chef
Porters (for food and mountain equipment)
Tent and thermal insulation
Kitchenware and kitchen equipment
Group medical kit

What is not included?

International and national flights
Airport taxes
Cost of laundry and alcoholic beverages
Travel Insurance
Ticket entrance to Huascaran National Park
Guide & transport for acclimatization hikes
Sleeping bag and sleeping bag liner.
Personal Equipment such as boots, pants, sweaters, jackets, gloves, socks, etc.
Medical treatment
Meals and drinks both in Lima and Huaraz
Hotels in Lima & Huaraz
Tips and other types of personal expenses
A personal supply of alcoholic beverages (we can help you purchase them at beginning of the trip)
Personal medications