Ancohuma

Ancohuma (or Janq’u Uma) is one of the most massive and technically challenging mountains in the Cordillera Real of the Andes. Recommended for mountain enthusiasts.

Your adventure starts here!

Climbing Ancohuma is a 5- to 7-day expedition. Unlike other mountains near La Paz, there are no roads that take you close to the snow.

Technical Details

  • Altitude: 6,427 meters (just 11 meters lower than Illimani).

  • Location: Cordillera Real (Northern Sector), near the town of Sorata.

  • Difficulty: AD+ / MD (Very Difficult depending on ice conditions). It is technically more demanding than the normal route up Illimani.

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