コルディレラオリエンタルペルーボリビアの絶景の山頂・トップ14

Good physical condition

Done, exhausting but doable.

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.

The 5327 m high Pico Austria is a beautiful panoramic peak in the Cordillera Real. From there, if the weather is clear, you can visit Condoriri and its wings and glaciers, Huayna Potosí and some turquoise blue lagoons. The climb is technically easy, but you should definitely acclimatise in advance as the height should not be underestimated. You have to pay 20 Bs for entry to the national park (as of 10/2023), which will be collected in the park by local rangers.

The pass, at an altitude of 5152 m, lies between the Carro Jallayco and the Pico Austria. Paths lead here from the south from the Laguna Chiar Khota and from the north-west from the Juri Khota lagoon. The further climb to Pico Austria runs towards the south-west.

Anyone who is up here on Machu Picchu or even further up here on Wayna Picchu is right in the middle of the old dynasty. Because this temple complex is still so well preserved and restored. Can you really imagine how people used to live here? A great experience.

Very impressive mountain at just over 6000 m in the Cordiella Real. The climb is largely uncomplicated, but should not be underestimated because of the altitude. The view over the mountain range is stunning. It is advisable to set off very early, as the mountain is very well known as the closest 6000m peak to La Paz. On the descent you can take in the impressive glacier landscape a little more and take more time for it. The 20 Bolivianos fee was not collected from us and I did not see a checkpoint on the mountain (as of 10/2023)