Ulta

Nevado Ulta rises to an elevation of 5,875 meters within the Cordillera Blanca range, featuring steep rocky slopes and permanent snow coverage at its peak.

The mountain terrain surrounding Ulta contains evidence of ancient Chavin settlements that date back to 900 BCE, when these peaks were considered sacred entities.

Local Quechua communities maintain traditional ceremonies at the base of Ulta, performing rituals that express gratitude to the mountain spirits each harvest season.

Mountaineers planning to climb Ulta require technical climbing gear, high-altitude experience, and should schedule expeditions between May and September for optimal conditions.

The summit position allows climbers to observe both the Pacific watershed to the west and the Amazon basin to the east, spanning two major continental drainage systems.

Location: Ancash Department

Elevation above the sea: 5,875 m

GPS coordinates: -9.15890,-77.52851

Latest update: March 11, 2025 17:14