Canchacanchajasa

Located at 13°13'15"S and 72°0'28"W, Canchacanchajasa rises to an elevation of 4,987 meters in the Urubamba mountain range of the Andes.

The mountain stands as a testament to the geological formation of the Andes, which began approximately 70 million years ago through tectonic plate movement.

The name Canchacanchajasa derives from Quechua language elements referring to enclosures and mountain passes, reflecting the indigenous heritage of the region.

Accessing Canchacanchajasa requires high-altitude climbing equipment and acclimatization, with the Lares trek serving as the primary approach route to the mountain.

The summit offers views of neighboring peaks Sirihuani, Condorhuachana, and Huamanchoque, while sitting above the Cancha Cancha valley at 16,362 feet.

Elevation above the sea: 4,987 m

GPS coordinates: -13.22006,-72.00917

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:15