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Day by day…
Day 1: TREK TO THE QUILCAYHUANCA GORGE (4250 M)
After breakfast we will go by car to Pitec. From there we will begin our trek to Tullpacocha Lagoon – a trek specifically designed to help you acclimatize to the altitude. We will camp at Pitec that evening.
Altitude Change: +350 meters / -350 meters
Distance: 29 km;
Duration: 8 hours
Day 2: WALK TO CHURUP LAGOON DAY (4500 M)
After lunch, we will have a special acclimatization walk to Churup Lagoon. From the town of Unchus, we will take a bus up to Huaraz and we will pass several traditional towns along the way.
Altitude Change: +600 meters / -1100 meters
Distance: 16 ½ km;
Duration: 8 hours
Included:
Transport and subsequent transfers from your hotel in Huaraz, English speaking guide, food during the treks, mountain equipment (tents, camping equipment), transport of collective equipment (by mules and porters).
Not Included:
International flight; Bus trip Lima-Huaraz; Hotels in Lima and Huaraz; Entrance fees to national parks and museums in Huaraz; Airport tax ($28 per person); Food purchases in restaurants in Huaraz and in the towns not included in the trek (food costs approximately $8 per person in a good restaurant). Personal equipment is also NOT included, such as a sleeping bag rated to –10˚ C; Mattresses; Hiking/Walking shoes; Helmut with light; Pick; Crampons, etc. These items CAN be rented.
Note: Personal insurance is obligatory.
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