TREK & CLIMB: GLACIER VELO DE LA NOVIA (5,269M) – 4 Days
Start: Cusco Finish: Cusco
Duration: 3 Nights
Physical rating: High
Special diets catered: Vegans, Vegetarians
Tour Operator: Unu Raymi Expeditions
Group size: 2 - 12
Age range: 16-99
Tour operated in: English ,Spanish
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Tour Overview
Trek & Climb: Glacier Velo de la Novia. Nestled in the mountain range just behind Urubamba the snow-capped glacier Velo de la Novia is one of the prominent glaciers of the Urubamba mountain range; located to the north-east of the City of Cusco. Leaving from Cusco; in private transportation early in the morning with our crew, we’ll drive for 2hrs in a northerly direction into the Sacred Valley. Following our arrival we’ll take our time to check all of our equipment for the climb at the start point in San Isidro. In the Peruvian Andes, there are a wide variety of peaks that require a good level of technique, and experience. The glacier Velo de la Novia is a great introduction to glacial climbing, it is quite a flat climb with good compact snow that make it a great first experience to this discipline.
Highlights
Contribute to the region in a sustainable way.- Climb a Glacier and experience rare views of the surrounding Urubamba Mountains.
- Visit and adventure a unique rural area of the Sacred Valley.
Places You'll See
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Trail up to the head of the range
Corralpampa
On the Glaciar
Itinerary
Day 1
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Cusco - Urubamba - Corralpampa
Location: Cusco
Accommodation: Camp
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Leaving at around 7am from Cusco; in private transport, heading to Urubamba. Stopping in Urubamba to collect any further supplies required. From Urubamba it's another short drive heading to San Isidro, passing through Andean communities and observing along the route; archaeological sites, lagoons and small farms producing potatoes, corn etc. On arrival into San Isidro you'll trek for a couple of hours along track until reaching the peaceful and enclosed pampa of Corralpampa. Here cows graze nearby a small fresh stream with Inca Terraces in the background. Here we'll set-up camp, to allow for acclimatisation, enjoying some traditional local meals prepared by our crew. Lunch and Dinner will be prepared for the day and there is plenty of time to explore the area and take some incredible photos. Walking hours: 5-6 hrs Meals included: Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Camp Corralpampa
Day 2
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Corralpampa - Laguna Juchuycocha
Location: Corralpampa
Accommodation: Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today leaving Corralpampa; after a good wholesome breakfast, with our crew (including porters) to take our climbing equipment, tents, sleeping bags to the laguna of Juchuycocha which sits at the base of the glaciers above. The trail up is a continual ascent zig-zagging up mountainside; eventually reaching morraine near the laguna. It is a long hard day but with plenty of stops, snacks and water along the way the ascent to the laguna is achieved in around 5-6 hrs. The reward at the end of the trail is Laguna Juchuycocha, which a cristal clear glacial lake. Here we'll set up camp, taking lunch & dinner with plenty of time for rest & recuperation and some incredible photo opportunities. An early night will be essential in order to rise in time for the ascent and enjoy the sunrise. Walking hours: 5-6 hrs Distance: 7 km Maximum height: 4,890 masl. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
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Laguna Juchuycocha - Velo de la Novia - Aguas Calientes
Location: Aguas Calientes
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you'll rise early in the morning to take some breakfast before leaving the camp at around 2.30am. Armed with headtorches, ice axes, crampons, harnesses & helmets you'll head over to the base of the glacier crossing some morraine for about an hour. The first section is a gradual incline, gradually flattening out as the glacial climb advances. Arriving to the summit in around 3-4 hrs you'll be greeted by an epic sunrise and the glorious surrounds of the Urubamba mountain range. Having taken as many photos as you like, then you'll track back to the base of the glacier and back to the campsite by the laguna for a quick respite. Then; packing up we head back down to Corralpampa and San Isidro where our private will be waiting for us. From here you have the option to return directly to Cusco or opt for the extension to Machu Picchu by heading to Ollantaytambo to take the train to Aguas Calientes. Walking hours: 10 hrs Distance: 11 km Maximum height: 5,530 masl. Accommodation: Hostel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4
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Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu - Cusco
Location: Cusco
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
This day the visit will be according to the schedule of your entrance to the historic sanctuary of Machu Picchu; duration of around 3-4 hours. Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Incan citadel; located on a ridge between the Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu mountains in Peru. It sits 7,970 feet (2,430 meters) above sea level on the eastern slope of the Andes and overlooks the Urubamba River hundreds of feet below. Once you return to Ollantaytambo, our transfer will take you back to Cusco. Walking hours: 1 hrs Maximum height: 2,430 masl. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
What's Included
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Fully Guided
Detailed itinerary information. • Local or private transportation according to request. • 1 mountain cook-guide for 2 people. • Mountain assistant guide + 2 people. • Climbing equipment (ropes, stakes, screws, etc.) • Arriero and acémila. • Cook, for more than 2 clients • Porter, + 2 clients (camping equipment only) • Food during the expedition and ascension. • Tent. • Matress • Hot Springs. • First aid medical kit (first aid kit, oximeter and oxygen tank)
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
• First breakfast and last dinner. • Water, (we recommend bringing filters or purifying tablets) • Snacks. • Sleeping bag. • Inflatable matra. • Climbing equipment (crampons, ice axes, harness, helmet, climbing gloves, climbing lenses, descending gear, Atc, or an eight, rigid boots for high mountains, leggings, expedition backpack, 65-75 liters, and a attack, 45 liters, Daysi chain, safety carabiners) • Canes. • Extra carrier. • Tips.
Your Peace of Mind Options
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Low Deposit
Unu Raymi Expeditions requires a deposit of 20% to secure a place on this tour, and the final balance is not due till 44 days before departure..
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Secure payments
All payments to TourHub are deposited into an externally regulated Trust account.
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Saturday, Dec 04, 2021
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