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Day by day…
An itinerary which includes all of the main attractions of the Cordillera Blanca and all the typical views of the snow-capped peak of Alpamayo (5947 m.a.s.s.) – declared to be the world’s most beautiful mountain by the UN in 1968.
Day 1: LIMA RECEPTION
Reception at Jorge Chavez airport, flight ? to ? and transfer to Ducado ** located in the Miraflores district.
Free for lunch
Day 2: LIMA – HUARAZ (BUS)
Transfer in the bus terminal to go to Huaraz. Located in the central region of Callejon de Huaylas, Huaraz, the capital of Ancash State, is the main urbanized area in the valley. It is a starting point you cannot get away from for treks in the White Cordillera.
Reception and transfer to Steel guesthouse **.
Free time for meals.
Note 1: unaccompanied bus trip– 6h trip – Lunch stop (not included)
Note 2: the timetable will be confirmed before booking
Day 3 to 6: CORDILLERA BLANCA EXCURSION
During this 4-day acclimatization tour, we will discover the main attractions and landscapes of the Cordillera Cordillera Blanca. We will cover the route by private bus and trekking which will allow us to fully discover the Huaraz region and all its natural wonders. The mountain peaks are imposing with an average altitude of 5500 meters. The Huscaran mountain has an altitude of 6768 meters and is nicknamed “The roof of the Peruvian world.” In this region there are 22 thermal hot spring sites and more than 600 lakes. This mountainous region is also known for its friendly and hospitable local population.
A progressive acclimatization, with varied and interesting landscapes will ultimately bring us to the town of the Chacas (3360 m.a.s.l.). Later, we will stroll through the city of Yungay, which was tragically buried by an earthquake in 1970. Today the city is considered a “a garden of remembrance.” From Yungay, we will cross the Cordillera Blanca and enter the valley where we will enjoy a panoramic view of the lake in the Llanganuco Region. We will relax on the banks of this unique lake and then ascend the pass at 4767 m.a.s.l. and then descend again to 3500 m.a.s.l. on the other side of the mountain range. Throughout this amazing trek we will discover numerous traditional and unknown areas of the region. We will camp at night.
Stay at the Steel Guest House**.
Meals not included
Day 7 HUARAZ FREE DAY
Free day.
Night at the Steel Guesthouse **.
Free time for meals.
Day 8: HUARAZ – HUARIPAMPA GORGE (3055 M)
On Day 1 we will travel by bus to Vaqueria from where we will trek to the Huaripampa gorge (3550 m.a.s.l.). Along the way we will pass through several small traditional villages.
We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +300 meters / -150 meters
Distance: 11 km; Duration: 5 hours
Day 9: HUARIPAMAPA – HUECRUCHOCA LAGOON (4000 M)
On Day 2 we will make a 7-hour trek to Punta Union and then on to the Huecrucocha Lagoon. From that vantage point we will have a magnificent view of the Taulliraju mountain (5830 m.a.s.l.) We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +940 meters / -720 meters
Distance 19 km; Duration: 7 hours
Day 10: HUECRUCOCHA -PISHGOPAMPA (3650 M)
On Day 3 we will make a 6-hour trek to Pishgopampa. From that vantage point we will have a great view of the Cordillera Blanca. We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +490 meters / -860 meters
Distance: 19 km; Duration: 6 hours
Day 11: TREK TO HUILLAC (4000 M)
On Day 4 we will cross the line between the mason forest and the Pacific coast. We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +960 meters / -610 meters
Distance: 13 km; Duration: 7 hours
Day 12: HUILLAC – SAFUNA LAGOON (4200 M)
On Day 5 we will walk for 6 to 7 hours to the high altitude lagoons of Safuna and Pucacocha (4512 m.a.s.l.) We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +512 meters / -312 meters
Distance 14 km; Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Day 13: SAFUNA LAGOON – JANCARURISH (4200 M)
On Day 6 we trek to the Jancarurish Lagoon. There we will view the Alpamayo mountain pyramid (5947 m.a.s.l.). We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +1010 meters / -390 meters
Distance 14 km; Duration: 7 hours
Day 14: HANCARURISH LAGGON OSORURI (4650 M)
On Day 7 during our trek to Osoruri we will have the chance to see some pre-Hispanic ruins. We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +650 meters / -200 meters
Distance 15 km; Duration: 7 hours
Day 15: WISHCASH TREK (4350 M)
On Day 8 our trek will take us to Wishcash passing through the Osoruri Pass at 4860 m.a.s.l. Along the way, we will have an impressive view of the mountain range. We will camp at night.
Altitude Change: +330 meters / -880meters
Distance 8 km; Duration: 7 hours
Day 16: WISHWASH –HUALCAYAN (3139) – HUARAZ
On Day 9 we will trek to the town of Hualcayan. Along the way, we will see pre-Hispanic ruins. Later, we travel to Huaraz by private bus.
Note: Free meals.
Altitude Change: + 1161 meters
Distance 9 km; Duration: 4 hours
Day 17 HUARAZ – LIMA (BUS)
Transfer to the Huaraz bus terminal and connection to the « grand tourism bus » to Lima. Arrival in Lima and transfer to Ducado Hotel **
Note 1: unaccompanied bus trip.
Note 2: the timetable will be confirmed before booking Day 18: LIMA – DEPARTURE INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT
3 hours before landing Transfer to the airport and connection for the international return flight. Free time for meals.
Included:
Transport and bus trip Lima-Huaraz, transfers, Hotels 2 star in Lima and Huaraz, English speaking guide, food during the treks, hiking and mountain equipment (tents, camping equipment, ropes, ice-picks, snow-brushes, first-aid kit), transport of collective equipment (by mules and porters).
Not Included:
International flight; 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.
Hotels
Lima
Huaraz |
3 star
Faraona
El Patio de Monterrey |
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