Nevado do Cachi - Segment 5
Summit day on Nevado de Cachi
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 6.7 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 19 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 5.3 km
- High Point
- 6.3 km
- Gradient
- 12˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done in April, May, September, October and November. From a low point of 5.3 km to the maximum altitude of 6.3 km, the route covers 6.7 km, 1063 vertical metres of ascent and 19 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Final day to summit. More later.
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Best time to visit
Features
- Alpine
- Summit Hike