The summit of this pass was 16,900 ft altitude and I felt every foot of it. At the top of the incline we could finally view the astonishing Ausangate glacier and lakes. Leslie took a great photo capturing the glacier with all 3 lakes at the foot of the mountain, and although I wouldn’t say it suffices for being there, it evokes all the feelings of making it there – breathlessness, awe, chilling winds, accomplishment, joy, pride, etc. … More Peru Adventure – Day 3 Hiking the Highlands