Pequeño Alpamayo

Height: 5,370 m
Country:
Bolivia flagBolivia

Pequeño Alpamayo, standing at 5,370 meters, is a rewarding climb in Bolivia’s Cordillera Real. It's known for its striking pyramid shape and involves a fun, mixed climb with sections of rock and snow. The approach takes you over the Tarija Peak, offering a great warm-up before the final summit push. While the climb isn’t overly technical, it requires some rock scrambling and a final steep snow ridge, making it a great objective for those looking to improve their alpine skills.

Prepare for an adventure climbing Pequeño Alpamayo. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.

Difficulty

  • AD: Fairly hard (alpine grade 3)

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Guide links

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What you can see from the summit of Pequeño Alpamayo. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.

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