Location: Cordillera Blanca
Duration: 12 hrs (return to Huaraz around 2-3pm)
Maximum elevation: 5150m (summit)
Type of activity: Ice walking
Difficulty: Moderate
Best season: All year round.
Welcome to Nevado Mateo, the perfect adventure for mountain lovers! Located in the stunning Contrahierbas mountain range, this 5,000-meter-high peak is an opportunity you simply can’t miss. With a moderate climbing difficulty, it offers the exciting challenge you’re looking for, and the best part is that you can climb it in just one day thanks to the vehicle accessibility to the base of the moraine. Once you reach the summit, prepare to be amazed by the breathtaking 360° panoramic views that will leave you in awe. Don’t miss the unique opportunity to conquer Nevado Mateo and create unforgettable memories in the mountains. Seize the day and embark on the adventure of a lifetime!
We’ll pick you up at your hotel early in the morning at 3:00 a.m. to start our exciting expedition. We’ll head north, passing through the province of Carhuaz, and then east through the Quebrada Ulta until we reach the Punta Olimpica tunnel, which is located at an altitude of 4736m and is the starting point of our adventure.
During the first hour, we’ll walk on the moraine of the massive rocks, some of which are very steep and will require you to use your hands to advance. Once we reach the base of the glacier, you’ll receive a brief introduction to mountaineering before we start our ascent.
The first part of the ascent is about 100 meters with a slope of 45°, while the remaining 70 meters have a slope of 50°. Once we reach the summit, we’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views before descending the same way back to our starting point and returning to Huaraz.”
Informative briefing: one day prior to the climb.
Transportation: private.
Mountain guide.
Mountain equipment: (helmets, harness, crampons, ice axe, rope).
Pick-up and drop-off from your hotel.
Hot tea (infusions).
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Entrance fees to Huascarán National Park.
Mountaineering boots (If you don’t have them, we can help you rent them).
Personal gear (jacket, gloves, pants).
Medical and accident insurance.
Breakfast & lunch.
Personal expenses.
Essential items to pack!
- Beanie, gloves.
- Mountain goggles, sunscreen.
- Down jacket.
- Waterproof jacket or poncho.
- Waterproof pants (Gore-Tex or quick-drying preferred).
- Warm socks (comfortable and thick for mountain boots).
- Hiking shoes.
- Day backpack.
- Hiking poles.
- Water bottle.
- Extra snacks.
- Extra money.
