AlpamayoAltitude 5,947m/19,511ft » Duration 23 Days » Grade 4B
An alpine ascent of 'the world's most beautiful mountain'[more]
 Alpamayo Photo: © Mike Spencer
IntroductionAlpamayo is a steep, perfectly formed ice pyramid situated in the heart of Peru's Cordillera Blanca. Its impressive shape and spectacularly fluted ice face ensure that it remains a coveted summit for aspiring alpine climbers. This expedition climbs the south-west face by either the Ferrari Route, or the French Direct, on mostly 45° snow and ice. Team members must therefore be comfortable climbing Alpine AD or Scottish III/IV... read more
You can round off your trip with an optional extension ... read more about Alpamayo extensions.
Experience RequiredThe Alpamayo expedition provides a great climb in a superb setting. It is attainable by those who have climbed Alpine routes of at least AD.This expedition is graded 4B... read more about grades Our Alpine Ice Courses and our Chamonix Climber courses would provide good skills preparation for Alpamayo.
Team CompositionNeal Short will be leading the 2009 Alpamayo and Huascaran expeditions. Neal is one of our most experienced leaders, having led previous expeditions for us to Everest, Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam and Khan Tengri, amongst others... read moreThere are 10 places available on the expedition. Leader Neal Short (Jun '09).
Expedition ItineraryDay 1: Fly from London to Lima. We arrive in Lima in the late evening and are taken to our hotel in the city centre. Team members joining in Lima can meet the rest of the team at the hotel and make arrangements for the drive to Huaraz the following morning...read more
Pre-Expedition MeetingPrior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more
EquipmentTo join the Alpamayo expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read moreWe have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service
InsuranceSpecial travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more
Additional InformationIf you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
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