Cerro Yaritani

Cerro Yaritani is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.956m (16,259ft) located in Cusco Region, southeastern Peru.

Cerro Yaritani

The gravel road to the summit is bumped. 4wd vehicle required. After rain, even a single rainfall, conditions of the road can be challenging. Watch out for sudden loose-gravel breaks. Proper preparation is essential to having a safe, enjoyable trip on this road. Do not take this drive if you have respiratory problems or any type of heart condition. Babies under 4 months of age should not make the ascent, either. Notorius lack of oxygen that tests the organisms and a high degree of steepness. Most people feel altitude sickness at around 2,500-2,800 meters. Extremely low oxygen for engine combustion. The high elevation with its risk of altitude sickness makes the travel dangerous and difficult.