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Why the Peru Climbing School is the Perfect Next Step for Aspiring Mountaineers

Client sitting on a ridge on Quitaraju in Peru with Alpenglow Expeditions

A climber roped in, climbing up Artesonraju on a guided expedition

If you’re looking to advance from foundational climbing skills to high-altitude mountaineering, the Peru Climbing School with Alpenglow Expeditions is the ideal bridge. This program is designed to elevate your technical proficiency while introducing the complexities of climbing in an extreme alpine environment.

From Basic to Advanced Skills
Building on what you’ve learned in introductory courses or mountains, the Peru Climbing School focuses on refining essential techniques like glacier travel, crevasse rescue, and steep snow and ice climbing. You’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced rope systems, anchor building, and efficient movement on varied terrain. You’ll manage camp setups, navigate alpine weather conditions, and make decisions in dynamic, real-world situations—critical skills for future high-altitude expeditions.

Want to touch on some of these skills locally before going abroad? Join us here in Tahoe for a 2-day course combo of Intro to Mountaineering, followed by Glacier Travel + Crevasse Rescue.

High-Altitude Experience
Situated in the Cordillera Blanca, one of the world’s premier mountaineering destinations, this program exposes climbers to significant altitude, with peaks exceeding 18,000 feet. It’s the perfect environment to learn how your body performs up high, while acclimatizing under expert guidance.

Click here to learn more about this special mountain range that’s most often our guides’ favorite place to climb.

Guided by Experts
Alpenglow Expeditions’ guides are seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the Andes and beyond. Their mentorship ensures not just skill development but also a deeper understanding of mountain safety, risk management, and expedition planning.

If you’re ready to take your climbing to the next level, the Peru Climbing School is the step that connects your current abilities with your future mountaineering goals.

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