# Melbourne man’s mysterious disappearance on popular Peru hiking trail prompts widespread search

> Regarded as a very experienced hiker by friends and family, the Melbourne man failed to make contact on Wednesday, his estimated return date.

- Published: 2026-09-29T00:15:03.138Z
- Updated: 2026-09-29T00:15:03.138Z
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- Topics: Politics
- Involves: Cordillera Huayhuash circuit, Disappearance of Jordan Yap, GPS watch, Jordan Yap, Melbourne, experienced hiker

## How it developed

- 2026-09-29T00:15:03.138Z - The Guardian World: [Melbourne man’s mysterious disappearance on popular Peru hiking trail prompts widespread search](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/27/melbourne-man-disappearance-south-american-hiking-trail-search-peru)

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