Qullqi
Peru, south-america
N/A
4.765 m
extreme
Year-round
Okay, adventurers, buckle up for Qullqi! This beast of a mountain peak sits way up in the Peruvian Andes, specifically in the Lima Region. We're talking seriously high altitude here – the summit hits a staggering 5,038m (16,529ft)!
The road, which they also call Colqui, tops out at 4,765m. Be warned: this isn't your Sunday drive. It's a narrow, super steep gravel track that demands a 4x4 and some serious driving skills. Think hairpin turns galore and no room for passing. Trust me, you don’t want to meet another vehicle coming the other way! Your final destination is the tiny town of Acobamba.
Word of caution: Mother Nature calls the shots up here. Bad weather makes this road treacherous – avalanches, heavy snow, and landslides are real threats, and icy patches are common. Oh, and the climb? Brutal. The lack of oxygen is intense, and you'll definitely feel the altitude. Remember, most people start feeling altitude sickness around 2,500-2,800 meters. So prepare for a lung-busting, breathtaking (literally) ride!
Where is it?
Qullqi is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -8.6230, -74.9537
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 4.765 m
- Difficulty
- extreme
- Coordinates
- -8.6230, -74.9537
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