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.
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.
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.
We will start our departure from Huaraz by private bus heading south, passing through the provinces of Recuay, Ticapampa, and Catac. Reaching the altitude of (4050 m) Conococha, from there we will turn to the East, following the road, passing by Huallanca, La Union and Huanuco Pampa. Finally arriving at the camp of Queropalca 3800m. Small town belonging to the Department of Huanuco (7 to 8 hours driving)
Overnight stay Queropalca 3800m
We will begin our trek up the valley with destination to our camp. During the trip we will observe the imposing snowy of Siula, Yerupaja Chico, Yerupaja, and the snowy Jirishanca finally we will culminate our trek in the lagoon Carhuacocha (4100 masl) and set up our campsite. (4 to 5 hours approx.).
Overnight place Carhuacocha lagoon (4100masl)
This day will be a reason to visit Siula Lagoon. (4 to 5 hours approx.).
Overnight stay at Carhuacocha Lagoon (4100masl)
We will start our hike on a well-marked foot path, which will take us to the Carhuac Pass (4630m). This is an important point for observing the impressive snow-capped mountains that surround them. Finally, we will be going down the valley to our next campsite at Mitucocha 4270m.
Overnight stay at Mitucocha Lake 4270masl.
Our hike begins in the morning towards the Cacananpunta pass (4700masl), a very popular pass where trekking often begins. Then we will descend to our next campsite at Cuartelhuain (4100masl) (5 to 6 hours approx.).
Overnight place Cuartelhuain (4100masl).
We will continue our morning hike up on a not very visible trail that will take us to the Sambunya pass 4750masl. A strategic place where we will obtain impressive panoramic views of the Huayhuash Cordillera and its imposing snow-capped mountains. Now we will continue the hike down the valley, passing by Solteracocha Lake and Jahuacocha (4100masl). Arriving at the mouth of the lagoon where we will camp (6 to 7 hours).
Overnight stay at Jahuacocha Lagoon 4100masl.
We will initiate our trek following the zigzagging way by the valley of Huacrish, non-frequent way that took us until to the viewpoint Huacrish (4790masl), special point where we will obtain a spectacular panorama of the Mountain range Huayhuash and the Lagoon Jahuacocha. Finally, we will return to our camp of the day (4 to 5 hours approx.).
Overnight place Laguna Jahuacocha 4100masl.
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.
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.
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