Pisco

Height: 5,752 m
Country:
Peru flagPeru

Pisco, at 5,752 meters, is one of the most popular climbs in the Cordillera Blanca due to its accessibility and breathtaking views. The climb is not overly technical, involving a mix of snow and ice, with some crevassed sections. The summit offers one of the best panoramic views in the range, with close-up views of iconic peaks like Huandoy, Chacraraju, and the mighty Huascarán. It’s an excellent peak for acclimatization or for those looking to experience high-altitude climbing in the Andes.

Climbing Pisco

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

Difficulty

  • PD: Not very hard (alpine grade 2)

Pictures from climbing Pisco

These are pictures taken while climbing Pisco. 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 Pisco, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.

Pisco mountain guides

Guide links

These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Pisco. 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 Pisco. 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.

Pisco route

Explore the 3D route map for a realistic view of the ascent to Pisco. 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.

Pisco Summit view

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

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