Ampay

The Ampay summit reaches an elevation of 5,236 meters and features glacial formations, diverse vegetation zones, and numerous hiking paths through the national sanctuary.

The mountain has served as a geographical landmark for indigenous communities in the Apurimac region since pre-Columbian times, guiding agricultural and settlement patterns.

Local Quechua communities maintain traditional ceremonies near the mountain, incorporating elements from their ancestral beliefs about the natural environment.

Visitors need permits from the National Sanctuary administration office in Abancay to access the mountain trails and should allow several days for altitude adjustment.

The Q'illu Yakuyuq stream, flowing from the western slopes, contains mineral deposits that give its waters a distinctive yellow coloration throughout the year.

Location: Apurimac Department

Elevation above the sea: 5,236 m

GPS coordinates: -13.55810,-72.92994

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:36