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Missing Australian hiker Jordan Yap last seen on remote trail found dead in Peru

The Guardian Australia - World · 11 October 2026 at 6:45 pm

Missing Australian hiker Jordan Yap last seen on remote trail found dead in Peru

Family and friends say Melbourne man should be remembered for ‘immense joy he brought to so many people’s lives’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast An Australian trekker who was last seen on a remote South American hiking trail has been found dead, his family have said.

Jordan Yap, 30, last made contact with friends and family on 14 September ahead of a planned 10-day solo trek along Peru’s Huayhuash mountain range, 400km north-east of Lima.

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