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Day by day…
The Huayhuash Cordillera is situated approximately 50km south of the Cordillera Blanca and 250km north of Lima. Huayhuash is considered to be one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world. It extends over 30km in a north-south direction and includes a range of snow-capped peaks, including the magnificent Yerutaja as well as breathtaking lagoons (Jahuacocha y Soteracocha). This is considered to be one of the most beautiful trips in the world. This trip is considered difficult. Do not forget your camera!
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 – MATACANCHA (4080 m)
On Day 1 we will travel by private bus to Matacancha. Along the way, we will cover almost the entire eastern side of the Cordillera Blanca and we will discover the Cordillera Huayhuash. We will camp at night.
Day 8: MATACANCHA – MITUCOCHA LAGOON (4230 M)
We will begin Day 2 with a short walk to the first clearing at Cacananpunta at 4685 m.a.s.l. Then we hike for 6 hours to the Mitucocha lagoon where we will camp overnight, next to the mighty 6094 meter Jirishanca mountain.
Altitude Change: +585 meters / -455 meters
Distance: 11 ½ km; Duration: 5 to 7 hours
Day 9: MITUCOCHA LAGOON – CARHUACOCHA LAGOON (4138 M)
On Day 3 we will pass through the clearing of Carhuac at 4650 m.a.s.l. and then descend to Carchuacancha where we will set up camp for the night. We will be right at the foot of the majestic Yerupaja mountain with its 6617 meter peak – the second highest mountain in Peru after Huascaran. If we are lucky we will enjoy some delicious trout from the lagoon.
Altitude Change: +420 meters / -512 meters
Distance: 10 km; Duration: 4 to 6 hours.
Day 10: CARHUACOCHA – HUAYHUASH (4330 M)
On Day 4 the moment will have arrived to get close to the magnificent Cordillera and discover its lagoons with amazing colors. We will pass a summit of 4800 m.a.s.l. and make camp in a place called Huayhuash.
Altitude Change: +662 meters / -470 meters
Distance: 14 km; Duration: 5 to 7 hours
Day 11: HUAYHUASH – THERMAL BATHS AT VICONGA (4430 M)
On Day 5 we will pass through the Portachuelo of Huayhuash at 4750 m.a.s.l. and make camp on the banks of the Viconga lagoon where we can enjoy the open air thermal baths.
Altitude Change: +420 meters / -320 meters
Distance: 17 km; Duration: 4 to 6 hours
Day 12: EXCURSION TO THE PUNTA SURASACA (4800 M) OR RELAXING DAY
On Day 6 we will walk to the Punta Surasaca where we will discover five enchanting lagoons. Here we can again enjoy open air thermal baths. For those who prefer to relax they can enjoy this day at Punta Surasaca, which marks the half-way point on our trek.
Altitude Change: +450 meters / -450 meters
Distance: 12 km; Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Day 13: WALK TO THE HUANACPATAY VALLEY (4300 M)
On Day 7 we will walk to the highest summit on this circuit: Punta Cuyoc which sits at 5000 m.a.s.l., from where we can take-in amazing views of the Cordillera and Cuyoc glacier.
Altitude Change:: +570 meters / -700 meters
Distance: 12 km; Duration: 4 to 5 ½ hours
Day 14: WALK TO THE JURAU LAGOON (4250)
Day 8 will be a walk well off the beaten path to a pass at 5000 m.a.s.l. where we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Huayhuash Cordillera. Our mules will not be able to accompany us, but will take another route and us again later. We will continue our journey onward to the Sarapococha Lagoon (4505 m.a.s.l.).
Altitude Change: +800 meters / -900 meters
Distance: 11 km; Duration: 5 to 6 hours.
Day 15: WALK TO THE HEIGHTS OF HUAYLLAPA (4350 M)
Walk to the community of Huayllapa (3500m). We will climb uphill to a grassy field where we will camp.
Altitude Change: +850 meters / -750 meters
Distance: 15 km; Duration: 6 to 7 hours
Day 16: WALK TO THE PUNTA YAUCHA (4847 M)
Walk to the Punta Tapush (4750 m.a.s.l.) and afterwards to the Punta Yaucha (4847m) where the Condor flies. It is possible that we will find fossils (ammonites) around the Susucocha lagoon, showing that the sea was once in this place, millions of year ago. We will enjoy the sunset over the most beautiful view in the Huayhuash Cordillera. Our campsite tonight will be the highest in the circuit.
Altitude Change: +847 meters / -350 meters
Distance: 9 km; Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Day 17: WALK AROUND THE JAHUACOCHA LAGOON (4066 M)
On Day 11 we will walk around the Jahuacocha lagoon and then hike onward to the Solterococha lagoon. Along the way, we will see a wide variety of local fauna and flora.
Altitude Change: +0 meters / -781 meters
Distance: 5 km; Duration: 2 hours
Day 18: WALK TO LLAMAC (3300 M) AND RETURN TO HUARAZ
On Day 12 we will walk to the town of Llamac where we will leave out mules and their handlers and then travel by bus to Huaraz.
Altitude Change: +0 meters / -780 meters
Distance: 13 km; Duration: 5 hours
Note: Free meals
Day 19 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 20: 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
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3 star
Faraona
El Patio de Monterrey
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