Qampa Climbing

Here some frequently asked question about Qampa Mountain Climb

At Vidal Expeditions, we try to make the booking system as easy as possible for you. Once you decide to do this trek and climb, we will send you a booking form where you need to complete all the required details that are important to book your tickets. We need a previous deposit of 50% per person. As soon as you pay, we immediately book a spot for this tour. Once we are done with it, we will send you your invoice and a confirmation form that all the booking processes have been satisfactorily set up.

Yes, our work policy is to be in contact with our customers as long as necessary to inform them of all the details and changes that could occur after they have confirmed the reservation. Please check your email constantly, and if you have any issues, let us know so we can solve them as soon as possible.

Qampa, or Jampa, is a mountain located in Cusco, and it offers a great tour to summit its peak of 5,520 meters. It is well recommended for those adventure lovers who want to experience climbing a mountain in the Andes. Perfect for beginners and experienced travelers.

Qampa summit is 5,520 meters (18,110 feet) and the base camp where we spend the night is at 4,730 meters ( 15,518 feet)

Jampa, or Qampa, is not a technical mountain and does not require any experience to summit its peak. It has some walls with a 55-degree angle, and everyone who has good physical condition can make it. However, we highly recommend spending a few days in Cusco before departing this tour with the purpose of acclimating to the altitude.

Yes. We have been climbing this mountain for years and know very well all the routes that we are offering for our customers. Our high mountain guides were born and now live around these areas. They are 100% professionals, formed at a high mountain climbing school in the Huaraz region, and have climbed many times those mountains. Most of our team are local people who grew up near these mountains, and they have incredible respect for these Apus.

The base camp for this tour can be bare according to how big the group is; the classic base camp is at 4,730 meters (15,518 feet).

Well, to enjoy as much as you want, we recommend having the proper climbing gear, such as climbing boots, waterproof and windbreaker jackets, a thermal base layer for the upper and lower body parts, gloves, a headlamp, and a 30-liter litter backpack. If you don't have these gears, you can rent them from us.

No worries; our guides and team are professional. Your guide will have a first-aid kit and an oxygen tank in case you get sick during the trip. There will also be an extra emergency horse to take you to the best place where you can recover. Our team always has a radio, and they are trained to respond to any emergencies that happen during our tours.

No, during the briefing a night before, we will provide you with a duffel bag where you can fill it with your personal items and gear; it will be transported by the horse team the entire trip. You will carry only the climbing section because the horses cannot access it.

Yes. Walking sticks are always helpful to trekkers, especially if is raining along the trek. Using walking sticks can help take the pressure off your knees while doing some portions of the trek over glaciers. Plus, they will help you get up the mountain as well.

Most hotels in Cusco offer free storage where you can leave your luggage until you return from your trip, they keep these even if you are not staying at the same hotel after the trip. We also have storage available in the Vidal Expeditions office. Get more information from our office team.

The weather in Cusco and parts of the Andes is unpredictable, even if the weather forecast says it’s sunny. We can’t trust it. It is an impossible question for us to answer. Historically, April through September is the dry season; November through February is the rainy season; and March and October are bridge months—a mixture of both. But the clouds have not followed these rules in the last few years. Prepare for sun and rain, no matter when you come. As far as temperatures go, that is consistent throughout the year. Mornings and evenings are always cold. Make sure to bring a fleece jacket for the mornings and a down jacket for the evenings. Once the sun is up, you should be comfortable hiking in short sleeves. Long pants (for yoga or hiking) are encouraged to protect against the mosquitoes, which can be a nuisance in some parts of the trail.