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Day by day…
An itinerary which includes all of the main attractions of the Cordillera Blanca and the ascent to the summit – A magnificent trip of moderate difficulty. An exceptional program, open to the general public as a first-time glacier experience or acclimatize oneself to more technically difficult peaks
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 – HUILLAC: ISHINCA BASE CAMP (4350 M)
We will travel by bus to Huillac (3500 m.a.s.l.) and then trek to Ishinca Base Camp. (4350 m.a.s.l.) Our gear will be carried by mules. We will enjoy the natural beauty of the sunset across the mountain range and the mountain of Tocclaraju as we make camp for the night.
Altitude Change: +850 meters
Distance: 11 km; Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Day 8: ASCENT TO THE ISHINCA (5530 M)
On Day 2 we will depart early after a hearty breakfast and ascend to the Ishinca where we will make camp for the night,
Altitude Change: +1180 meters / -1180 meters
Duration: 8 to 10 hours
Day 9: ISHINCA BASE CAMP – TOCCLARAJU CAMP I (5100 M)
We depart early morning on Day 3 for Tocclaraju. Along the way we will enjoy extraordinary views of the mountain range. At night, we will make camp on the glacier.
Altitude Change: +750 meters
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Day 10: ASCENT TO THE TOCCLARAJU (6036 M)
On Day 4 we will climb the majestic Tocclaraju. At night we will make camp on the glacier.
Altitude Change: +936 meters / -936 meters
Duration: 9 to 10 hours
Day 11: DESCENT TO BASE CAMP
All of Day 5 is devoted to our descent to base camp, where we will make camp for the night.
Altitude Change: -936 meters
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
Day 12: HUILLAC – HUARAZ - LIMA (BUS)
On al day 6, we complete our descent to Huilac. Mules will carry our gear. We will travel to Huaraz by private bus.
Altitude Change: -850 meters
Distance: 11 km; Duration: 3 to 4 hours
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 13: 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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