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Ranrapalca
Height: 6,162 m
Country: 
Peru
Peru
Ranrapalca, a captivating peak in the Peruvian Andes, beckons climbers with its challenging ascent through icy faces and dramatic ridges, promising an extraordinary adventure amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Cordillera Blanca. What makes this climb truly enticing is the opportunity to summit a lesser-explored peak, immersing oneself in the untouched beauty and tranquility of the region while experiencing the unique blend of technical challenge and the sheer awe of unexplored terrain, creating an unforgettable journey for those seeking both solitude and the thrill of high-altitude exploration.
Prepare for an unforgettable adventure as you embark on one of the world’s iconic climbs. This overview provides essential details on routes, difficulty, costs, and the best times to go, helping you plan a successful expedition.
Difficulty
- D: Hard (alpine grade 4)
When to go
- June to August
These are pictures taken while climbing Ranrapalca. 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 Ranrapalca, to help the community of climbers. Picture here are either uploaded by members (there own, or creative commons pictures), or guides.
Guide links
These guides offer organised mountaineering expeditions for Ranrapalca. 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 Ranrapalca. 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.
| Guide | Info | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Peru Mountains Climbing | view guides trip webpage | from $2,350 |
 Grupo Alpamayo Tours | view guides trip webpage | from $3,300 |
View the summit location and surrounding terrain to get a sense of the mountain's environment. This map offers a valuable perspective on the peak's position within the region, aiding climbers in visualizing their route and nearby landmarks.
What you can see from the summit of Ranrapalca. Click and pan around the map to explore, and zoom in/out to see the names of neighbouring mountains.
Ranrapalca Links
useful websites, Groups and communities
Groups / links with more info on the Ranrapalca route.