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Huaraz & Central Sierra

Huaraz

This part of Peru has the most hikes and some of the most intense mountain climbing in South America. The mountains near Huaraz are known as the Cordillera Blanca.

Practicalities

The only airport in the area is the small HUU just 30 min from the city of Huaraz. The May–September dry season is the most popular for climbing. During the December–March wet season the nearly constant rain and snow discourages most outdoor adventure seekers.

Chavín de Huántar

Archeological site

Cordillera Blanca

The white mountains

Huamachuco

Mountain town & archeology

Huaraz

Start here for the mountains

Nevado Huascarán

Highest Mtn in Peru

Text © Heather Jasper

Image by Esmée Winnubst