Vallunaraju is a 5,686-meter peak in Peru’s Cordillera Blanca, offering a relatively straightforward climb. The ascent is primarily a glacier walk, with the final section being a bit steeper but still manageable for those with basic mountaineering skills. It’s often climbed as an acclimatization peak, and the summit provides impressive views of the nearby city of Huaraz and the surrounding snow-capped giants. It's a great introduction to climbing in the Cordillera Blanca.
Prepare for an adventure climbing Vallunaraju. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.
These are pictures taken while climbing Vallunaraju. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Vallunaraju, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.
These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Vallunaraju. 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 Vallunaraju. 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.
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.
Get inspired by these incredible videos capturing the experience of climbing Vallunaraju. From route highlights to summitsummit views, these clips showcase the mountain’s beauty and the challenges it presents. Have your own Vallunaraju video? We'd love for you to share it with the community to inspire future climbers.
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