Snowy Mateo - Cordillera Blanca Expedition

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About this activity

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz - Base Mateo 4700 masl - Summit Matthew 5150 masl - Base Camp - Huaraz:

Pick up from the lodgings at 2:30 am and departure from Huaraz at 3.00 a.m. Approximately, heading north of Huaraz, arriving at Carhuaz, it deviates to enter the valley of Ulta - Olympic Point, reaching the Base at 4700 meters above sea level. After a brief stop to have breakfast, you leave for the summit of Mateo, passing through the moraine. This summit is 5150 meters high, from where you can have great panoramic view of the snowy peaks of the Cordillera Blanca, such as the Huascarán Sur, Chopicalqui, Contrahierbas, Ulta, among other snowfalls. Return to the Base, to take the transport that will take us to Huaraz.

Hiking Tours Winter Sports Extreme Sports Ice Climbing DSA non-compliant Zombie Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: one day
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Scheler Artizon Trek

Ages: Adults (18–65 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Equipment for collective use (ropes, stakes, laces ...).
Included: Briefing with the mountain guide the day before the climbing.
Included: Transfer from Huaraz to different start and end points of the Climbing in private transport.
Included: Meals during the climbing (vegetarian option). 01 Breakfast, 01 Snack.
Included: Radio communicator and cellular (coverage areas)
Included: Basic First aid kit and oxygen.
Included: Permanent and personalized assistance from our Travel company.
Included: Assistant of mountain guide more than 4 people or big groups.
Included: Technical equipment for personal use (mountain boots, gaiter, crampons, harness, ice ax and helmet).
Included: Qualified professional mountain guide.

Not included

Not included: Drinks and food in the city of Huaraz during his stay.
Not included: Extra days for delayed or anticipated arrivals.
Not included: Hotel nights in the city, Huaraz.
Not included: Does not include tips.
Not included: Taxi, laundry, telephone call, etc.
Not included: Entrance ticket to Huascarán National Park S/ 30 - 2023 (Valid for 1 day).

Itinerary

ITINERARY: Day 1: Huaraz - Base Mateo 4700 masl - Summit Matthew 5150 masl - Base Camp - Huaraz: Pick up from the lodgings at 2:30 am and departure from Huaraz at 3.00 a.m. Approximately, heading north of Huaraz, arriving at Carhuaz, it deviates to enter the valley of Ulta - Olympic Point, reaching the Base at 4700 meters above sea level. After a brief stop to have breakfast, you leave for the summit of Mateo, passing through the moraine. This summit is 5150 meters high, from where you can have great panoramic view of the snowy peaks of the Cordillera Blanca, such as the Huascarán Sur, Chopicalqui, Contrahierbas, Ulta, among other snowfalls. Return to the Base, to take the transport that will take us to Huaraz.