Climbing Cordillera Blanca, Cordillera Huayhuash Trek, Santa Cruz, Huascaran, Mateo, Pisco, Huaraz, Peru

TREKKING HUAYHUASH (12 days/11 nights)

Overview:

Huayhuash considered among the 10 most beautiful trekking circuits in the world and is one of the most impressive mountain ranges of the Peruvian Andes. In its 30 km from North to South, 7 mountains over 6000 meters and 7 elevations of more than 5500 meters; its varied and unparalleled scenery and panoramic views make it unique in natural beauty.

• Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
• Difficulty: Moderate / difficult
• Location: Ancash / Huánuco / Lima
• Maximum height: Santa Rosa Pass (5070masl.)
• Starting point: Pueblo Pocpa (3380masl.)
• Arrival point: Pueblo Llamac (3250masl.)
• Huaraz - Pocpa (3380m) with vehicle (140.4 km) / 4 to 5 hours approx.
• Season: April - October
• Distance: 118 km (approx.)
• Weather: Dry / Temperate day 23°c, night 4°c / over 4000masl. Day 0°c, night -5°c / approx.

FYI:

• The itinerary is a model to follow, however, situations such as natural disasters, climate change, landslides, political unrest, strikes, demonstrations, changes in government regulations or another force majeure may cause this program to vary.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Huaraz 3100masl. - Chiquian 3400masl. - Llamac 3250masl. - Pocpa 3470masl. - Cuartelhuain 4100masl.
We will start our departure from Huaraz by private bus, towards the South of Huaraz, passing through the provinces of Recuay, Ticapampa, and Catac. Reaching the height of Conococha (4050 masl), from where we will deviate to the East, following the road that will take us to Chiquian; then we will continue our trip by a trail, on the way we will pass by the towns of LLamac and Pocpa. Finally arriving at the camp of Cuartelhuain 4100 masl.
Overnight stay Cuartelhuain 4100masl.

Day 2: Cuartelhuain 4100masl. - Cacananpunta Pass 4700masl. - Camp Mitucocha 4270masl.
We will depart from our camp at 7:00 am to the first pass of the trek called Cacananpunta (4700masl), we will observe the Pucacocha lake and the snowy Ninashanca and Rondoy. Next, we will make the crossing with direction to the Lagoon Mitucocha (4270masl) finally we will descend to the camp (5 to 6 hours approx.).
Overnight at Mitucocha campsite at 4270masl.

Day 3: Camp Mitucocha 4270masl. - Carhuac Pass 4630masl. - Carhuacocha Lagoon 4100masl.
We will depart from our camp at 7:00 am then we will ascend toward the Carhuac pass (4650masl), with a spectacular view of the snowy Siula, Yerupaja, and Jirishanca, then we will descend until the lagoon Carhuacocha (4650masl), place where we will spend the night (4 to 5 hours approx.).
The place to spend the night Carhuacocha (4650masl)

Day 4: Carhuacocha Lagoon 4100masl. - Siula Pass 4850masl. - Huayhuash 4350masl.
We will begin our hike, by the left margin of the Carhuacocha lagoon (4100masl) until the end of the valley, to begin to ascend until the Paso Siula (4850m) from where we will obtain spectacular views of the snowy peaks of Yerupaja (6634masl), considered the second highest mountain in Peru and Siula (6356masl). Finally, we will descend to the Huayhuash camp (4350masl) (6 to 7 hours approx.).
Overnight stay at Huayhuash 4350m

Day 5: Huayhuash 4350masl. - Portachuelo de Huayhuash Pass 4750masl. - Viconga Lagoon 4400masl.
Today we will ascend to the Portachuelo de Huayhuash pass located at an altitude of (4750masl), where we will appreciate one of the nearby mountain ranges called Raura. You will also observe the snowy Cuyoc, Puscanturpas, Trapecio, Jurao, and snowy Carnicero then descend passing by the Viconga lake until finally arriving to the thermal baths of Viconga, where we will spend the night (5 to 6 hours approx. of walking).
The place to spend the night Huayhuash 4350m

Day 6: Viconga Lagoon 4400masl. - Cuyoc Pass 5000masl. - Cuyoc Camp 4450masl.
We will ascend by a small path up the valley until the second highest pass of our trek, Paso Cuyoc (5000masl) from where we will obtain spectacular views of the south and north of the Huayhuash mountain range, appreciating the Yerupaja, Sarapo, Cuyoc, and other snow-capped mountains, then we will descend to the Cuyoc or Elephant camp at an altitude of (4450masl) (5 to 6 hours walking approximately).
Overnight stay Huayhuash 4350masl.

Day 7: Cuyoc Camp 4450masl. - Santa Rosa Pass 5070masl. - Cutatambo 4265masl.
We will leave early in the morning until reaching the highest point in the trek, the Paso Santa Rosa pass (5070m). from this high point we will have spectacular and beautiful views of the highest mountains of the Huayhuash range like the Nevados Yerupaja, Sarapo, Jurao and impressive turquoise lakes, finally, we will descend towards the Cutatambo valley (5 to 6 hours approx. of trekking), until the camp of Cutatambo 4265masl.
Overnight stay Cutatambo 4265masl

Day 8: Rest Day

Day 9: Cutatambo 4265masl. - Huayllapa - Huatiaq 4300masl.
This day we will leave our campsite down the valley, and then ascend by a well-marked path, arriving at our next campsite Huatiaq (4300masl). From the campsite, we will appreciate the Diablo Mudo and Bayo Grande snow-capped mountains.
We will spend the night in Huatiaq 4300masl.

Day 10: Huatiaq 4300masl. - Tapush Punta pass. - Angoshcancha
This morning continuing with our walk we will ascend until we reach Tapush Punta (4400masl), during the journey with luck we will observe birds and wild animals of the area which will make our walk more attractive. Arriving at the highest point we will descend to our camp Angocancha (4400masl) where we will spend the night (4 to 5 hours approximately).
Overnight stay at Angoshcancha (4400masl)

Day 11: Angoshcancha (4400masl) - Yauchapunta Pass 4830masl. - Jahuacocha Lagoon 4100masl.
Continuing our morning walk we will ascend a zigzagged path to the top of the valley, until we reach the Yauchapunta pass (4830masl) from where we will observe the faces of the Rondoy, Jirishanca, Yerupaja, Rasac, Tzacra, and Diablo Mudo snow-capped mountains. If we have the chance, we will observe the imposing Andean bird flying above us, after a photo session we will descend through the next valley to the camp that is located at the side of the Jahuacocha Lagoon (4100m) (5 to 6 hours of walking).
Overnight place Laguna Jahuacocha 4100masl.

Day 12: Jahuacocha Lagoon 4100masl. - Pampa Llamac 4300masl. - Llamac 3250masl. - Huaraz 3100masl.
Finally culminating our adventure we will follow the ascent of the last pass called Pampa Llamac (4300masl), where we will appreciate for the last time the imposing snowy mountains of the Cordillera Huayhuash, next we will descend by the well-marked path that will take us to the town of Llamac (4300masl), it is there where our private transport awaits for us that will take us to our place of departure, Huaraz (3100masl) end of the expedition (4 to 5 hours approximately of long walk and 4 to 5 hours of trip in bus). Return to Huaraz.

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Recommendations:

• If you want to do this type of climbing, it is necessary to acclimatize previously for several days and be in good physical/technical conditions.

It includes:

• Private transportation for the beginning and end of the Huayhuash trek
• Certified bilingual trekking guide.
• Assistant guide with more than 5 clients
• Mountain Cook
• Kitchen assistant (large groups)
• Kitchen utensils
• Food according to the program (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
• Collective first aid kit
• Huascarán National Park Entrance Ticket
• Luggage allowance up to 8 kg per customer
• Donkeys/horses for carrying camping equipment and luggage
• Arrieros (person who drives the donkeys)
• Emergency horse for any eventuality (large group)
• Kitchen tent, dining room, bathroom, camping tables, and chairs
• Sleeping tent (2 to 3 people per tent).
• Entrance ticket for the Huayhuash circuit

Not included:

• Bus reservation or plane ticket for transfer.
• Hotel reservation for accommodation in Huaraz
• Acclimatization before trekking
• Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day
• Lunch and drinks during the stay in Huaraz
• Personal trekking equipment
• Additional tours.
• Sleeping bag
• Travel Insurance Assistance
• Mattress (waterproof fabric or plastic mattress that inflates with air and is placed on the ground)
• Laundry service
• Personal Toiletries
• Evacuation, medical and rescue costs
• Tips to staff
• Additional expenses not specified in this travel program

What to wear:

• Personal First Aid Kit
• Hiking shoes (Gore-Tex)
• Canes
• Socks
• Spats
• Short-sleeved/long-sleeved cotton shirts or t-shirts
• Lightweight trousers
• Regular and long underwear
• Light hat and wool cap.
• Water bottle
• Light gloves
• Sleeping bag (-15 ºC)
• Small trekking backpack
• Strong waterproof canvas bag
• Personal Toiletries
• Sunglasses (100% UV, dark), sunscreen, lip balm
• Mosquito repellents
• Flashlight with spare batteries and bulb.
• Trekking poles
• Camera (optional)
• Extra meals.

Prices & Dates:

• This program is designed exclusively for private groups in order to provide you a better experience. We have local certified guides and support team at your disposal. If you have any questions regarding our packages and pricing options please feel free to contact us.

Note

• Receive a special discount for groups of more than 5 participants.
• Additional information is available upon request at the time of booking.