Artesonraju is a climber’s dream with its steep, pyramid-shaped face and challenging ice routes. Topping out on this peak gives you unrivaled views of the Cordillera Blanca and the satisfaction of conquering one of Peru's most stunning mountains. It is a technically demanding climb, often compared to peaks like Alpamayo in terms of difficulty. It requires solid ice climbing skills and experience with steep, exposed routes. While not as frequently climbed as Huascarán or Alpamayo, it attracts seasoned mountaineers looking for a serious challenge in the Cordillera Blanca.
Prepare for an adventure climbing Artesonraju. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.
These are pictures taken while climbing Artesonraju. They're shown here to give you an idea of what the route is like. You're welcome to share your own pictures of mountaineering Artesonraju, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.
These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Artesonraju. From here you can check each guides profile, or browse directly to their website to see the trip. You can separately view the guides directory to browse all guides in one place.
Below is a curated list of independent mountain guides offering expeditions for Artesonraju. Each guide provides their own experience, allowing climbers to select the approach that best suits their style, budget, and experience level. You can explore each guide’s dedicated trip page to review what they offer, from logistics and support to pricing details, with no additional influence from us.
The climb of Artesonraju involves starting from Base Camp at ~4,350 meters, ascending to Moraine Camp (Camp 1) at 4,900-5,100 meters, and then making the final push to the 6,025-meter summit.
Base Camp
The starting point for the climb, located at 4,350 meters. It serves as the primary staging area before ascending the mountain.
4,350 m
Moraine Camp - Camp 1
Moraine Camp / High Camp, at 5,100 meters, is the final camp before the summit push.
5,100 m
Summit
The summit of Artesonraju stands at 6,025 meters, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding Cordillera Blanca.
Explore the 3D route map for a realistic view of the ascent to Artesonraju. This interactive map provides a close-up look at key points like base camp and high-altitude camps along the way. For those planning their own expeditions, it offers a helpful overview of the mountain's terrain and surroundings.
How is the weather on Artesonraju, and when is the best time to go.
The most favorable period for climbing is during the Andean winter, which spans from June to September (with July/August being the best). During this time, the weather is generally drier and more stable, making it the preferred season for mountaineers.
The best time to climb Artesonraju is in these months:
Jun
Jul
Aug
Some climbers do attempt Artesonraju outside of the June to August window, but it's less common due to less stable weather conditions, including higher risks of snowfall and storms. Among the typical months, July is often considered the most stable and favorable for climbing.
Get inspired by these incredible videos capturing the experience of climbing Artesonraju. From route highlights to summitsummit views, these clips showcase the mountain’s beauty and the challenges it presents. Have your own Artesonraju video? We'd love for you to share it with the community to inspire future climbers.
Peru
Base Camp
Moraine Camp - Camp 1
Summit
