Peaks of Cusco & Sacred Valley Tour | Unu Raymi Expeditions

Peaks of Cusco.

Peaks of Cusco: Following then; these are considered within the 3 giant peaks of Cusco; the snowy Veronica is one of the most important mountains of the Cusco region. Though its summit does not reach 6,000m; its constancy in the technical aspect of the normal route makes this expedition a committed ascent. However; its proximity to the jungle does not ensure good weather conditions but always displays an impressive landscape.

So then; Huchuy Qosqo or Lares Valley hiking has different routes that will be chosen depending on the kilometers that you want to travel. After all; these options cross by trails of more than 4,000 meters and then descend into the Sacred Valley. Thus this makes them ideal options for acclimatization; the trekking of Lares will consolidate our acclimatization and allows you to cross the Urubamba Mountain Range.

Climb to Nevado Veronica

Psychological aptitude: Medium / High
Physical fitness: High Technical aptitude: Medium
Factor Acclimatization: Medium / High
Weight of the backpack in the expedition: 12 Kg

Climb to Nevado Helamcoma

Psychological aptitude: Average
Physical aptitude: Average Technical aptitude:
Low Factor Acclimatization: Good / Medium
Weight of the backpack in the expedition: 7 Kg

Climb to Nevado Qampa

Psychological aptitude: Average
Physical aptitude: Average Technical aptitude:
Low Factor Acclimatization: Good / Medium
Weight of the backpack in the expedition: 7 Kg

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EQUIPMENT LIST NECESSARY FOR THE ASCENSIONS

A pair of double mountaineering boots.
A pair of trekking shoes.
A pair of thick socks
Two pair of trekking socks
A pair of crampons with front ends
A waterproof mountaineering
Trekking pants
Thermal pants underwear
A pelvic harness
A pair of thermal interior poles
A fleece jacket (second layer)
A waterproof mountaineering
jacket
A featherdown jacket
Gloves
A pair of technical ice axes and hammer
Cold
Sun hat
Winter sleeping bag-30
Insulating mat
Backpack 35 l
Travel duffel
Spectrum 4 UV protection lenses
Minimum 1 liter water bottle
Sunscreen for skin and lips

Tour Info

whats included

Breakfast x 13
Lunch x 13
Dinner x 12
Private Transport – collection & drop-off and tours
Professional bilingual mountain guide
Cook
Horsemen & mules
All camping equipment (Sleeping bags to hire)
Specific Climbing equipment detailed next to itinerary
Hotel Accommodation in Sacred Valley x 2 nights
Hotel Accommodation in Cusco x 1 night
Domestic Flights from Lima to Cusco (Return Trip)
Airport transfers

whats not included

International Flights
Travel Adventure Insurance (Evacuation Insurance also highly recommended)
Hotels in Cusco before or after (can be organised as part of customised plan)
Tips for crew
Any additional extras not itinerarised

Joining arrangements

There will be a pre-trek briefing held usually the evening before departure, at your hotel, to go over the details of the trek and any specific requirements not already captured

Food & Water

Prior to setting off we recommend you steer clear of street food and only eat in good restaurants, to avoid any stomach complaints. Peruvian food can be spicy, it can be strong and rich for many European diets. Likewise with tap water, it is largely untreated, so please avoid at all costs on arrival and stick to bottled water only or sterilised water if you have the right equipment.

Special Diets

We’ll ensure that we cater for all of your dietary needs, at the point of booking we’ll collect this information from you. We can secure special menu requests also for your tour party.

Trekking Crew

We are able to customise our treks to suit you, but usually our treks are guided by a professional bilingual guide, arriero (horseman) and mules to carry all equipment (passenger horses also available on request), and a mountain cook. They become a large part of your trekking expedition and it’s a great experience working together.

Acclimatisation

This is a really important part of your trip planning process, please find a link below which explains a little more about preparing for altitude.

Altitude Preparation

Preparation

Attached below are a couple of links which will explain how to prepare for your trip & trek in advance of your arrival. We recommend being prepared in advance to save time & stress whilst you’re in Peru.

Trip Planning
Trek Planning