Chumpe

Located in the Vilcanota mountain range, Chumpe rises to an elevation of 6,106 meters with steep slopes facing Lake Sibinacocha to the south.

The mountain has been a significant geographical marker in the Andes since the establishment of Marcapata District in 1869, serving local communities as a natural boundary.

The name Chumpe stems from Quechua language traditions, where local indigenous communities represent 87 percent of the district's population speaking their ancestral tongue.

Climbers attempting to reach Chumpe's summit require extensive high-altitude experience and should plan expeditions during dry months with professional local guides.

The mountain presents different climbing routes on each face, with the northern approach offering direct access through a series of technical rock formations.

Location: Marcapata District

Elevation above the sea: 6,106 m

GPS coordinates: -13.72619,-71.08196

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:35