Huandoy

Huandoy rises to 6,395 meters in elevation, featuring three distinct summits connected by steep ridges covered in permanent snow and ice fields.

The mountain has drawn international climbing expeditions since the early 20th century, with numerous attempts to reach its challenging northern summit.

Local communities in the Ancash region maintain traditional beliefs about mountain spirits inhabiting the peaks of the Cordillera Blanca range.

Mountaineers typically approach Huandoy during the dry season between May and September, requiring technical ice climbing equipment and high-altitude experience.

The mountain's north face presents a vertical wall of ice rising over 1,000 meters, creating one of the most technical climbing routes in Peru.

Location: Ancash Department

Elevation above the sea: 6,395 m

GPS coordinates: -9.02161,-77.65807

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:36