The Cordillera Blanca, Peru
Nevado Pisco Climb
A 5,752 m snow summit in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca, climbed in three days from Huaraz. The perfect finish to the Huayhuash circuit, when you are already acclimatised.
A 5,752 m snow summit in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca, climbed in three days from Huaraz. The perfect finish to the Huayhuash circuit, when you are already acclimatised.
One of the most climbed snow peaks in Peru: a long glacier day to a real 5,700 m summit, with all the technical gear included.
Three days from Huaraz, right after the Huayhuash circuit.
Private transport to Cebollapampa (3,900 m) in the Llanganuco valley and a 4–5 hour walk up to base camp, with donkeys carrying the gear.
We set off at 2 am, first over the moraine boulders for about two and a half hours to the glacier, then roped up on the long glacier to the summit, about four more hours. Back to base camp. In total, 12 to 14 hours.
After breakfast we walk down to Cebollapampa, where our transport takes us back to Huaraz.
We climb Pisco in June, the dry season in the Cordillera Blanca. Days are usually sunny, but nights at base camp (4,600 m) are well below freezing, and the summit day starts around 2 am on the glacier. Technical gear, tent, sleeping bag and mat are included; you bring your mountaineering boots and your clothes.
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An outstanding experience with Thin Air Trips! Isa and the team brought so much care, enthusiasm and professionalism to the whole adventure. Their thoughtful planning, clear communication and attention to detail made everything feel smooth and well organised, allowing me to relax and enjoy the experience.
What stood out most was the personal approach. Isa was approachable, helpful and always happy to answer questions. You could really feel her passion for the mountains and her commitment to making the trip special.
A fantastic team that I would happily recommend to anyone looking for a memorable trekking or mountain adventure. Thank you, Isa and Thin Air Trips—I would love to join you again!
I’ve now travelled with Thin Air Trips twice — to Torres del Paine and Kyrgyzstan — and both trips were absolutely incredible. Two very different destinations, but equally unforgettable adventures!
One of the best things about travelling with them is that they take care of everything. From planning the itinerary to organising accommodation, transport and all the logistics along the way, they make the whole experience feel easy. There’s so much that goes into organising trips like these, and having it all managed means you can relax, enjoy the adventure and focus on the places you’ve come to explore.
Torres del Paine was spectacular, and Kyrgyzstan was another amazing experience, with breathtaking mountains and landscapes that will stay with me for a long time. Both trips gave me so many special moments and memories that I’ll always treasure.
For me, the real value of Thin Air Trips is being able to experience these extraordinary destinations without the stress of coordinating everything myself. You get all the excitement of an adventure, with the reassurance that the details are taken care of.
The fact that I booked a second trip after my first probably says it all! I would happily travel with them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a well-organised, memorable adventure. An easy five stars!
Fuimos con ellos al Ararat y todo perfecto, organización de 10, muy buena comunicación antes y durante el viaje, y muy buenos guías. Repetiremos!
I had a fantastic experience travelling to Russia to summit Mt Elbrus. Isa has been really communicative and helpful. I had a lot of hestitations about travelling to the region, but all went smooth and the entire trip was amazing. The team on ground were also just as professional and helpful, really helping to take off the logitical pressure and allowing me to focus on the summit.
Espectacular!!la ruta , la organización , la gente…repetiré sin duda!
Viaje top y equipo mejor aún!
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The normal route is graded PD: a long glacier with slopes of 30 to 45 degrees and sometimes a short ice step near the summit. It is not technical, but summit day lasts 12 to 14 hours above 4,600 m, so you need very good fitness.
Yes. This is a three-day climb from Huaraz, so you need to arrive acclimatised. The best way is right after the Huayhuash circuit; otherwise, ask us and we organise two or three days of acclimatisation in Huaraz first.
From $795 per person for the three days from Huaraz, with guide, cook, donkeys, meals on the mountain and all the camping and technical gear.
The dry season, from May to September. July and August usually have the best snow conditions.
Previous experience at altitude and basic use of crampons and an ice axe are recommended. All the technical gear is included.
Yes. If someone books a trip on your recommendation, you each get $100 credit towards your next trip with Thin Air ($50 if the trip they book costs under $1,500). The credit isn’t taken off the trip being booked now: it’s used on the following one. They just need to mention your name when booking.
Nevado Pisco Climb · 11 – 13 Jun 2027