The wild road to Huayunca doesn’t drop below 4.900m for 25km
Peru, south-america
25.1 km
5,115 m
easy
Year-round
Okay, adventure awaits at Huayunca Pass! Perched way up in the Peruvian Andes, right where the Cusco and Apurimac regions meet, this beast hits a staggering 5,115 meters (16,781 feet). Yeah, you're gonna feel that altitude!
This isn't your average Sunday drive. We're talking a 25.1 km (15.59 mile) unpaved stretch kicking off from Abra Culipampa, heading east towards Abra Azuca. Think mind-blowing views in the Wansu range, especially on the initial climb. Seriously gorgeous!
Heads up, though: The actual summit's a bit of a letdown. You've gotta check in at the Azuca silver mine (yep, at 5,000m!), and the views from the very top aren't the greatest. The descent isn't super scenic either. BUT that initial climb? Totally worth it. The road's generally in good shape, and the slopes aren't too crazy most of the way. Just make sure you're used to the altitude before you even think about tackling this one!
Where is it?
The wild road to Huayunca doesn’t drop below 4.900m for 25km is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -7.1898, -74.7553
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Length
- 25.1 km
- Max Elevation
- 5,115 m
- Difficulty
- easy
- Coordinates
- -7.1898, -74.7553
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