The Alpamayo Circuit and the Most Beautiful Mountain in the World

<p><br></p><p>In this episode, Rob speaks with Bodil Oudshoorn and Ross Brannigan about their seven-day journey on Peru’s Alpamayo Circuit in the Cordillera Blanca.</p><p><br></p><p>Carrying around 16kg each — including a full week of food — they crossed multiple high passes above 4,500 metres, wild camped throughout the route and spent days without seeing another hiker.</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation explores the realities of trekking at altitude, the logistics of self-supported travel, the impact of isolation, and the moments that stay with you long after the trip ends.</p><p><br></p><p>Along the way they talk about:</p><ul><li>Seeing Alpamayo emerge through cloud for the first time</li><li>Why the first three days nearly ended the trip</li><li>Sleeping above 4,000 metres</li><li>Meeting Quechua farming communities in the mountains</li><li>Condors, hummingbirds and collapsing glaciers</li><li>Carrying seven days of food through the Andes</li><li>What adventure teaches you about resilience and partnership</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Route Facts</strong></p><ul><li>Route: Alpamayo Circuit, Peru</li><li>Region: Cordillera Blanca, Andes</li><li>Distance: Approx. 120km</li><li>Duration: 7 days</li><li>Highest passes: Over 4,500 metres</li><li>Style: Self-supported wild camping</li><li>Resupply points: None</li><li>Direction walked: Anti-clockwise</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow &amp; Support</strong></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and leave a rating or review on your podcast platform of choice.</p><p><br></p><p>Get out on your own adventure - find out more at <a href="http://bigtrailadventures.com">bigtrailadventures.com</a>.</p><p><br></p>