Highlights
- Ideal acclimatization tour before higher peaks
- First summit attempt for beginners
- Sunrise with unforgettable views
- Climb to Mateo 5’150m
Character
Mateo is a very attractive mountain and a great option for acclimatized trekkers who want to try a first attempt of a 5’000m peak. Also suitable for experienced mountaineers, in preparation for higher peaks. This is one of the only mountains that can be climbed from Huaraz in just one day. At the summit with its 5’150m you will be rewarded with great views of the Cordillera Blanca.
Requirements
Good physical condition, team spirit and willingness to leave your comfort zone. You should only consider these climbs if you are strong, with high fitness levels and able to carry a medium weight backpack on steep terrain over rocky, loose and uneven ground. In preparation for this trip, we recommend extensive walks and conditioning.
Best Season
The best trekking and climbing season in the Andes is from April to October, with rainy season in between. It is usually sunny and warm during this time. Due to the altitude, the nights can be quite cold (to minus 5 ° C).
Extra Time
Individual connection programs with Machu Picchu, Colca Canyon and much more are possible. Contact us!
What is included in this tour?
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
- Transports according to itinerary
- Qualified and experienced guide (Spanish/English)
- Box-Lunch
- First aid kit and oxygen
- Group equipment
What is included in this tour?
Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
- Breakfast, dinner
- Bottled water, alcoholic drinks
- Personal equipment
- Entrance fees to Huascaran National Park
- Medical care and insurance
- Emergency rescue or evacuation
- Additional expenses as a result of leaving the climb early
- Travel insurance
- Hotel
- Flights
- Tips (optional)
Day 1: Huaraz - Mateo - Huaraz
You are picked up in your hotel and we drive north following the course of the Rio Santa that divides the Cordillera Blanca in the east and the Cordillera Negra in the west. We pass traditional Andean towns and enjoy the magnificent view of the high peaks of the Cordillera Blanca range including Huascaran (6768m), Peru’s highest mountain. As we enter the Huascaran National Park, we continue our drive up this beautiful valley to reach Cebollapampa (3900m) where we start the hike up to Pisco Base Camp. This hike will take about 3 to 4 hours of steep ascending while we walk at a steady pace until we reach the Pisco base camp (4600m). We spend the night close to the Refugio Pisco Lodge.
Descending from the summit of Mateo
Sunrise from the summit of Mateo
Requirements
You have to be fit, healthy and well acclimated to climb Mateo. You do not have to be an athlete, but have a good level of fitness. As an indicator, you should be able to hike up to 8 hours with a considerably heavy backpack.
Meals
During the expedition we pay attention to a healthy and high-calorie diet. For lunch, a box lunch is served. We can prepare vegetarian dishes on request.
Transport
We use minivans or comfortable 4×4 off-road vehicles, depending on the group size.
Equipment
You need to carry your own personal gear and box-lunch.
Packing list
Our recommendation
- Backpack
- Head torch (with spare batteries)
- Well-worn in mountain boots
- Down jacket
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Fleece or warm pullover
- Comfortable clothes (quick dry, merino)
- Trekking trousers
- Warm socks
- Cap, gloves
- Sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen (min factor 40)
- Hiking poles
- Waterproof jacket and trousers (Gore-Tex)
- Very warm and waterproof gloves (Gore-Tex)
- Mountain goggles
- Crampons
- 2 ice axes
- Helmet
- Harness
- Carabiners
- Water bottle
- Extra Snacks (your favorite chocolate)
- Extra money
Frequenly asked questions
Is this climb suitable for a beginner?
Yes. You do not need special experience to climb Mateo. Your guide will show you everything you need to know on the glacier. However, it is very important that you are already acclimatized, in good physical condition and in fitness.
Will I get the required equipment loaned?
Yes. If you do not have your own equipment, we will be happy to equip you with crampons, harness, helmet and ice ax for a small surcharge. However, you should have your own personal gear, such as mountain boots, waterproof pants and jacket, etc. We can gladly rent you missing equipment.
What time am I back in Huaraz?
Depending on the speed of the group, we are back in Huaraz between 2 and 4pm.
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