Quitaraju

Height: 6,036 m
Country:
Quitaraju's imposing ice faces and steep slopes offer a less crowded but equally challenging alternative to its more famous neighbors in the Peruvian Andes. The climb is a test of technical skills, set in an environment of striking natural beauty, including views of the nearby Alpamayo.

Difficulty

  • AD: Fairly hard (alpine grade 3)
  • D: Hard (alpine grade 4)

When to go

  • June to August
What you can see from the summit of Quitaraju

Quitaraju Links

useful websites, Groups and communities

Groups / links with more info on the Quitaraju route.