Huascaran Norte

Height: 6,655 m
Country:
Peru flagPeru
Huascaran Norte, the slightly lower summit on Peru's highest peak, invites climbers to embark on a mesmerizing ascent through the heart of the Andes, showcasing a thrilling blend of challenging ice and rock sections against a backdrop of stunning glacial landscapes. What makes this climb truly irresistible is the chance to stand atop the roof of Peru, experiencing the rich cultural tapestry of the region while conquering a peak that epitomizes the raw beauty and grandeur of South American high-altitude exploration.
Prepare for an adventure climbing Huascaran Norte. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • PD: Not very hard (alpine grade 2)
  • AD: Fairly hard (alpine grade 3)

When to go

  • June to August

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Huascaran Norte. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Huascaran Norte. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
GuideInfoCost
Grupo Alpamayo Tours logoGrupo Alpamayo Toursview guides trip webpage from $2,950
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.
What you can see from the summit of Huascaran Norte. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.

Huascaran Norte Links

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Groups / links with more info on the Huascaran Norte route.

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