3-day Pisco Peak climb from Huaraz: Glacier & 5,752m summit

Walk a glacier and stand on a high summit with panoramic views of multiple peaks

A 3-day guided climb of Pisco Peak (5,752m) from Huaraz for climbers of all levels, with no previous mountaineering experience required. Your accredited guide meets you at your hotel, leads you through two nights at base camp, and walks the glacier and moraine with you to the summit and back. Meals, accommodation, climbing equipment and private round-trip transfer are included. Breakfast on the first day is optional depending on your option.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Travel and hike to base camp

• Pick up at 6AM from hotel
• Drive 3 hours to Yuraq Corral
• Walk 4 hours to base camp

Day 2: Summit climb and return to camp

• Wake up at 2AM
• Walk 3 hours on moraine
• Walk 4 hours on glacier to summit
• Rest 40 minutes at summit
• Walk 3 hours back to base camp

Day 3: Return hike and drive to Huaraz

• Breakfast at base camp
• Walk 3 hours back
• Drive 3 hours to Huaraz
• Optional visit to Laguna 69

The experience

The expedition starts with a 6am pickup from your Huaraz hotel and a 3-hour drive to Yuraq Corral, followed by a 4-hour walk to base camp where you'll sleep the first night. Day two is the summit push: you wake at 2am, walk 3 hours across moraine and 4 hours on the glacier to reach the top at 5,752 meters. The 360° view from the summit lets you see Huascaran, Chopicalqui, Huandoys, Artesonraju and Chacraraju peaks spread across the horizon. After 40 minutes to take in the view and rest, you descend 3 hours back to base camp for the second night.

Your accredited guide handles all the technical details. The climbing and safety equipment is provided, and walking on the glacier requires no previous mountaineering experience. The guide speaks English and Spanish and stays with you throughout. On day three, a 3-hour walk and 3-hour drive bring you back to Huaraz by afternoon. If you want, you can stop at Laguna 69 on the way down. All meals are included (two breakfasts, three lunches, three dinners), plus bottled water and two nights' accommodation at the base camp refugio.

What’s included

• Meals including two breakfasts, three lunches and three dinners.
• two nights' accommodation at base camp.
• bottled water throughout.
• professional accredited guide for the full expedition.
• climbing and safety equipment.
• round-trip private transfer from your Huaraz hotel.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 22 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Andean Summit Multiservicios S.R.L.

Is this one for you?The 3-day schedule means you climb and descend Pisco Peak in a single expedition without splitting the summit push across two days, which suits climbers who want to move efficiently and have time for other activities in Huaraz before or after. A minimum of two people per tour applies, so solo travelers need to join a group or arrange a private departure.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What's the physical fitness level needed for Pisco Peak?

Pisco Peak requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The climb is graded for all levels and doesn't demand mountaineering experience, but you'll be walking 3 hours on moraine and 4 hours on glacier at high altitude to reach the summit, then descending the same route. The early 2am start on day two and the altitude (5,752m) mean you need good cardiovascular health.

Is the breakfast on the first day included in the price?

Breakfast on the first day is optional depending on which option you choose at checkout. Lunch and dinner on day one, plus all meals on days two and three, are included in every option.

What equipment do I need to bring, and what's provided?

Climbing and safety equipment is provided by the operator. Bring warm layers, a headlamp for the 2am start, sturdy hiking boots, sun protection and a backpack. Your guide will advise on specifics when you book.

Does the price include the National Park entrance fee?

The National Park entrance fee is not included in the tour price and is paid separately.

Can I visit Laguna 69 during the descent on day three?

Yes, Laguna 69 is an optional stop on the 3-hour drive back to Huaraz on day three. Let your guide know when you book if you'd like to include it.