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The climb is demanding due to the altitude and the steepness. Prior acclimatization is essential. Personally, the last section between 5850 meters and the summit was difficult (I was out of breath), and the feeling of not making any progress required me to dig deep. Once at the summit, the view is superb, and the satisfaction is immense. For the descent... you can simply relax in the layer of ash on the volcano's cone. To avoid carrying our gear, base camp was set up just before the end of the 4x4 track. From this point, it took us about 7 hours to reach the summit and about 3.5 hours to return to camp. A fantastic adventure!

Good physical condition

Done, exhausting but doable.

Huascarán National Park is located in the Andean region of the Cordillera Blanca located north of Lima. The starting point for countless treks is the town of Huaraz. From here with Colectivos (local mini buses) you can reach the starting points of the treks.

First time I go. It is well worth the effort. The last climbs break your legs if you go with a basic 3x8, so if there are parts where going in a zigzag is also complicated, walking becomes the best option.

Huayna Picchu (Quechua Wayna Pikchu for "young peak") is one of the two peaks between which the ruins of the Inca city of Machu Picchu lie. The peak is known for the classic postcard motif, where the mountain towers above the ruins of Machu Picchu in the background. The peak is accessible to tourists, but the number of visitors is limited to 400 per day. They must register and enter their names at a checkpoint before the climb. There they are also given an approximate return time. The climb takes about an hour, but the demands should not be underestimated. The steepest sections are equipped with steel cables to hold on to, the path sometimes leads through caves, and on the descent you have to crouch under a rock ledge and climb down 40 cm wide stairs, sometimes directly on the slope, without any safety equipment. A head for heights is therefore an absolute prerequisite. The climb can only be started between 8:00 and 10:00 and must be completed by 14:00. Access to the checkpoint is available after crossing the ruins of Machu Picchu. The same access can also be used to climb Huchuy Picchu in a 15-minute climb. Source: https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huayna_Picchu

Huayna Picchu, also called Wayna Picchu, means "young peak" in Quechua. It is widely believed in the region that the mountain served as a watchtower to protect the sanctuary of Machu Picchu. The Machu Picchu site is located between two mountains - Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain. Although both offer exciting hiking routes, there are certain differences between Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu that you need to be aware of, including altitude, difficulty, and duration. From both mountains, you can enjoy beautiful views of the Machu Picchu ruins and the surrounding mountains. Huayna Picchu is the majestic, cone-shaped mountain that you often see in the background of the most famous photographs and postcards of Machu Picchu. The Huayna Picchu hike is generally considered moderate to difficult, so it can be challenging at times.

Excellent route, a little lonely, at the top sometimes there is no place to refill water, the sun is strong, take precautions, a cushion of clouds can be seen either early or after 4 pm