Climbing Mateo - Your first 5 thousand

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Huaraz, Peru

1 day (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Climb Mateo Peak (Nevado Mateo) with an experienced mountain guide on a full-day private mountaineering trip from Huaraz into Huascaran National Park. At 16,896 feet (5,150 meters) Mateo is a high-altitude, snowy adventure, but with moderate terrain that makes this a beginner-friendly experience. Convenient pickup and drop-off in Huaraz makes it possible to summit in just one day.

Private climbing trip means personal service from the guide
Use provided crampons, harness, helmet, and ice axe
Certified mountain guide for a safe, fun day
Private transport included for convenience

What's Included

Certified mountain guide (English, Spanish)
Private transport
Technical equipment for personal use (crampons, harness, ice axe, mountain boots and helmet)
Equipment for group use (ropes, ice screw, snow stakes, carabiners, etc.)
Basic First aid kit
Permanent and personalized assistance

Travel accidents and health insurance
Travel luggage and trip cancellation insurance
Breakfast, lunch and dinner not included
Personal expenses
Headlamp, Sunglasses, appropriate clothing, personal medications, etc.
Entrance fee to Huascarán National Park (S/. 30.00 Soles)
Breakfast

Food for the tour

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time
.3:00 am

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 55 reviews

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Great Challenge

Lisa_U, Oct 2025

It was certainly a challenge but very rewarding to complete this experience. It was unfortunately not a clear day and this made it a little more challenging for a first timer of a snow climb, but the guides were great and it was well worth it.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Dear Lisa, thank you for choosing us, and we are happy to help you reach your first 5,000-meter peak.

Worth the experience

Wei_L, Dec 2023

Pablo was amazing and let us use good shoes to go up the mountain. You must be in good physical condition to do this tour and take a few days to get used to the altitude. Pablo does his absolute best for you to reach your best potential in climbing this mountain. I have never done this before , for me it was amazing that I almost made it to the top and he helped me a lot, it was just me. I’m still proud of myself for achieving this and you will too. Pablo makes sure you are safe and prepared and he has a lot of knowledge of Huaraz. Amazing views , something spectacular that I can look back on and be proud of. I will come again one day , stay in Huaraz longer to get used to altitude and try this tour again with only Pablo which runs this tour. He is amazing and he takes care of you every step of the way.