Qampa also know as Jampa is another beautiful peak in the Cusco region of Peru, located not far from the famous Ausangate massif. While it’s not as well-known or as high as some other peaks in the Andes, it offers a moderate climb and stunning natural beauty at the high altitude. My name is Vidal, with large experience climbing mountains in the Andes, in the following post I am going to share with you some of my experience climbing one of the most famous peak in Cordillera Vilcanota, Qampa Mountain Climb experience.
What is Qampa Mountain?
Qampa stands at around 5,500 meters (18,000 feet) above sea level, making it a formidable peak but more accessible than the higher mountains in the region like Ausangate or Salkantay. From the peak of this mountain, you will have stunning views of the entire Vilcanota range with Ausangate as its highest peak. Qampa mountain is in one of the well recommend peak for these you wants to start climbing a mountain in the Andes, very accessible peak with breathtaking views.
Highlights of Jampa Mountain Climbing
Climbing Jampa Mountain in the Cusco region of Peru is a truly memorable experience for mountaineers seeking adventure in the Andes, it offers plenty of rewards in terms of both natural beauty and the climbing challenge.
Stunning High Altitude Scenery: Breathtaking views from above, stunning turquoise lakes, snow mountains as Ausangate and Salkantay show of the highest peaks in Cusco, discover some of the most remote communities at the high altitude.
Climbing Challenging: Climbing a snow mountain is always challenging due different factors, high altitude, cold weather, and climbing techniques. Climbing Jampa involves some challenging section of ice and snow climbing which requires to use some special gear such as; crampons, ice axes, ropes, and harness.
Remote and Hight altitude experience: Jampa tour offers off the beaten path, where you will trek through the most beautiful hight altitude landscapes, explore the Ausangate 7 Lakes, visit picturesque Andean communities, experience the tranquility away of the crowds.
Diverse Wildlife: Touring in Ausangate Area offers the opportunity to admire different wildlife at the high altitude such as: Chinchillas, Condors, Andean fox, hike through herds of alpacas and llamas, admire Vicuñas, wild birds and ducks.
Experience the Mountain Climb: Walking on the glacier and climbing ice wall, perfect for beginners and experience people.
Relax in the hot springs: After you Jampa Climbing adventure you can soak at the thermal baths of Pacchanta with wonderful view of Ausangate Mountain.
Qampa Mountain Climb Features:
Tour Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Difficult Level: Moderate Challenging
Group Size: Up to 8 People
Max. Altitude: 5,520 meters (18,110 feet)
Climbing Season: May to October
Consideration: Acclimatize required
Itinerary at Glance
DAY 1: Cusco – Pacchanta – Ausangate 7 Lakes – Base Camp
Embark in adventure of life-time in the Andes, explore the 7 Lakes of Ausangate, be amazed with the stunning Ausangate Mountain.
DAY 2: Base Camp – Qampa Summit – Base Camp – Pacchanta – Cusco
Have the most incredible view from above and feel the energy of the mountains at 5,520 meters (18,110 feet), soak at the thermal baths of Pacchanta.
Complete 2-Day Jampa Mountain Climbing Itinerary
A 2-Day Jampa Mountain Climb is ideal for climbers who want to combine the ascent with some acclimatization and trekking time, allowing for a more gradual and enjoyable experience. This itinerary starts with a drive from Cusco to Pacchanta and will incorporate a base camp at the foot of Jampa to ensure safety and proper acclimatization before attempting the summit.
DAY 1: Cusco – Pacchanta – Ausangate 7 Lakes – Base Camp
Our adventure to Jampa Mountain Climb will start with a pick up at 6:00am from your hotel, then we drive for 3 hours to reach Tinke town where we have shot stop, here you will have chance to buy some items that you could need the next two days, after, we continue driving to get to Pacchanta village 4,200 m (13,779 feet). Here we meet our trekking team and prepare for the hike.We start hiking by ascending for 2 hours to reach the 7 Lakes of Ausangate, a spectacular place to explore and admire the different lagoons, you team will prepare our lunch beside one of the lake. Enjoy the delicious lunch with a stunning view of the mountains.Then, we hike another 2 hours to reach our base camp 4,780 meters (15,682 feet) where our team will set up all our tents for us. After have enjoyed the tea time, your mountain guide will provide you all the details concerning the climb of the next day. Spend the night there.
DAY 2: Base Camp – Qampa Summit – Base Camp – Pacchanta – Cusco
This is the most challenging day during our Qampa Mountain Climbing tour , our team will wake you up around 3:00am with a hot coca tea to boast you for the next hours, after a light breakfast, we will hike for an hour to reach the moraine at 5,000 meters, then climb up another hour to get the glacier where we start climbing, you will put on all the climbing gear, this section will take about 1,30 hours to reach the summit, there is a section which is a bit of steep but not difficult.Once you summited the peak, you will have spectacular view, take a moment to admire the immense beauty from above, feel the tranquility and relax.
Then, you will make you way back to base camp, after getting your lunch, you will hike down to Pacchanta for 2 hours, soak at the hot springs and board the bust to Cusco.
