Ancient Sacred Road To The Summit Of Sacred Mountain 4 Days - 3 Nights
Ampato rises more than 20700ft (6310m) above sea level. A vent developed on the northeast side of Ampato Volcano where a flank eruption occurred. This mountainous region is part of the Western Cordillera where the climate is extremely arid, with most areas receiving less than 10 inches (25 centimeters) of precipitation annually. In 1995, during an ascent of Mt. Ampato, the anthropologist Johan Reinhard found Momia Juanita ("Mummy Juanita"), better known in English "The Ice Maiden", is a 15th century Inca mummy of a 12- to 14-year-old girld who died sometime between 1440 and 1450. She is also known as the Lady of Ampato and The Frozen Lady. This was an extraordinary discovery because it allowed biological tests to be run on the lung, liver, and muscle tissue, revealing new insights on Inca health and nutrition during the reign of Sapaq Inca Pachacuti Inca Yupanqui.PERU ADVENTURE TOURS offer from 2 up to 5 days guided trip to the summit of this spectacular sacred Inca Mountain, the climb require good physical condition and minimum experience using the climb gear as crampons and ice axe.
ITINERARY OF CLIMBING TOUR TO AMPATO MOUNTAIN
DAY 1: AREQUIPA - AMPATO FIRST BASE CAMP 4800M
At 7am leave from your hotel in Arequipa to Sallalli, off road travel by our 4WD to the base of mount Ampato. On the way we will observe big groups of Alpacas, Llamas and Vicuñas into the national reserve of “Aguada Blanca y Salinas”, that is located behind the Chachani and Misti volcanoes, after 5 hours we will arrive to the first base camp (4800m). Overnight.DAY 2: AMPATO SECOND BASE CAMP 5400M
At 7am packing all our camping and climbing gear and then we will do 5 to 6 hours climbing to second base camp (5400m), giving plenty of time to enjoy the views around. This day, we will climb on the southern east face of this mount. At 2pm we will set up the second base camp. Overnight.DAY 3: AMPATO SUMMIT 6380M
At 2 or 3am after early breakfast, using all our climbing equipment (ice axe - crampons - head lamp - ice boots - etc.). We will do 5 to 6 hours of very slow climb, at the top we will see the canyon lands, snow peaks, closer we will see the Sabancaya and Walca Walca volcanoes and the amazing Andes of the southern of Peru. At the top is possible to visit the archaeological site where the maiden of Ampato (Juanita, the Inca mummy) was found in 1995 by the American Johan Reinhard. Then 4 hours descend to the first base camp for the night.DAY 4: AMPATO - COLCA CANYON/AREQUIPA OR PUNO
Optional: You can continue visiting the Colca Canyon - drive back to Arequipa or you can travel to Puno.INCLUDED
- Mountain experienced English speaking guide
- Porters (Meals + Equipment)
- Private four wheel drive (4X4)
- Camping Equipment (Four season tent and mattress)
- Climbing gear (Satandard or automatic crampons, ice axe and rope)
- Porters to carry equipment and food
- Meals on the Mountain
- Oxygen and first aid kit for all participants and our camp sataff
- Communication system
- Climb price include government sales tax (19% as known IGV)
- PERU ADVENTURE TOURS gift
| TOUR SCHEDULE & COST | ||
| DATE | TOUR | COST |
| Any day between April to December |
CLIMBING TOUR TO AMPATO MOUNTAIN
Ancient Sacred Road To The Summit Of Sacred Mountain 4 Days - 3 Nights |
Backpacker service (Join group) Not able departure Private VIP service (Private 4x4, Guide And Van) 2 participants US$428 each 3-4 participants US$388 each 5 to more participants US$348 each |
| Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members Discount 10%: Tour Operators or Travel Agencies Only Students: US$5 discount only with valid green ISIC card |
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| Organized Groups: We offer private service and any time/day according request | ||
| Group size: 4 participants per each guide | ||
| Booking: We highly recommended to book space prior you arrive to Peru and take private VIP service | ||
Exchange rate US$1 = S/. 3.02 (rate may vary daily).
Above prices include local taxes.
NOT INCLUDED
- Alcoholic drinks
- Sleeping bag -15 Cº
- Breakfast on the first day/lunch on the last day
- Tips for guide and camp staff
RAIN SEASON
December to March. Some days blue sky with good conditions for climb.BEST TIME FOR CLIMBING
April to November, on the rain season same days are with good weather (blue sky) permiting to climb this volcano. Before to book your tour please see the weather report.ADVICE FOR CLIMBERS
To have good acclimatization, good physical conditions and good quality winter clothes. One day before all the climbers will have meeting with the mountain guide at our office or in the hotel, who will give a BRIEFING about this climb and also you can check the quality of the climb gear will be used on the mountain.WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING/CARRY
- Backpack 70Lt minimum
- Sleeping bag -15Cº (can be hired from our office for US$5 usd per day, in Arequipa)
- Windproof jacket
- Strong comfortable and waterproof boots
- One complete change of clothing
- Sweater and thermal pants (something warm)
- 8Lt of water per person, minimum
- Flashlight and batteries
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
- Sun block (sun protection cream)
- Toilet paper
- Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc,
- Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
- Binoculars
- Your personal first aid kit
- Walking sticks or poles.
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