Abra Huamina
Peru, south-america
60 km
4,284 m
hard
Year-round
Alright, adventure junkies, listen up! I've got a killer pass for you: Abra Huamina in the Ayacucho region of south-central Peru. We're talking serious altitude here – a whopping 4,284 meters (that's 14,055 feet!) above sea level.
This isn't your average Sunday drive. You'll be cruising on Route 3S, an asphalt road linking Ayacucho and Chumbes, deep in the south-central Andes. Prepare for a long, challenging haul through some seriously remote landscapes. The road is rough, the air is thin (seriously, that altitude will test you!), and the steepness is no joke. You'll be hanging out above 4,000 meters for a good 60 kilometers!
Keep an eye on the weather, though. This area is notorious for heavy mist, which can make visibility a real issue. So, unless you're looking for a white-knuckle drive, avoid this route in bad weather. But if you're prepped and the skies are clear, get ready for some breathtaking mountain scenery.
Where is it?
Abra Huamina is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -9.7782, -75.1880
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Length
- 60 km
- Max Elevation
- 4,284 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- -9.7782, -75.1880
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