- Duration
- 6 days
- Style
- Trek · Camping
- Price
- On request
- Departure
- Any day · Private
The steepest and most direct route, for experienced, well-acclimatised trekkers who want a serious challenge.
- Difficulty: Very challenging
- Scenery: Outstanding
- Crowds: Low
- Sleeping: Camping
Day-by-day itinerary
A steep, rooty ridge through the forest.
Up the exposed ridge to join the southern circuit.
The Barranco Wall.
To high camp.
Summit night.
Descend.
What's included
- Park fees, camping/hut fees & rescue fees
- Professional mountain guides, assistant guides, porters & cook
- All meals on the mountain & treated drinking water
- Quality tents, sleeping mats & mess tent
- Airport transfers & hotel nights before/after the climb
- Pulse-oximeter health checks twice daily
- International flights & visa
- Travel insurance (must cover altitude to 6,000 m)
- Tips for the mountain crew
- Personal gear (available to rent from us)
This is a sample itinerary. We'll tailor the lodges, the number of days and the activities to you, and confirm exact inclusions in your written quote.
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