Magic of the Andes - Exploring the Cordillera Huayhuash 

Day 1

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Arrive in the beautiful city of Huaraz and check into Santa Cruz Hotel where we will be basing ourselves for the next 2 days.

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After getting settled into your rooms, we will take transportation to a viewpoint overlooking the city for sunset followed by a welcome dinner.

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Day 2

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Enjoy breakfast in the morning at your hotel followed by a trek briefing including packing and gear list. We will then venture into town to grab any last minute items while taking in the sights, sounds and unique culture of the city.  

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After lunch we will be transported to the trailhead for our acclimatization trek.  

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After sunset we will begin our hike back to the trailhead where we will be picked up.  Dinner can be had in the hotel or downtown, but a good nights rest is recommended as we leave first thing in the morning for our Huayhuash Trek

 

Day 3

 

Wake up early for breakfast and meet our guide and arrerio's for the next 6 days before departing Huaraz.  We can expect to be in transport for around 4 -5 hours before starting the trek to our first camp called Mituacoccha Camp.

 

Located at an altitude of about 4,100m (13,450 feet), Mituacoccha Camp offers trekkers a stunning and peaceful resting place amidst the dramatic landscapes of the Huayhuash Range. From camp, you can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, including the impressive Yerupajá (the second-highest peak in Peru) and the snowy cliffs of Jirishanca. As night falls, it feels as though you can reach out and touch the stars. 

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Day 4

 

We will be sure to wake up for sunrise and savour the scenery of camp before having breakfast, packing up and departing to our next camp over Paso Carhuac (4680m).  Camp Carhuacocha sits at an altitude of 4150m and is a true highlight of the trek.

 

At Curuacocha, you'll find yourself encircled by towering peaks, including the magnificent Jirishanca, which dominates the skyline with its majestic snow-covered summits. The camp is set by the shores of a tranquil lake, the shimmering turquoise waters mirroring the surrounding mountains and skies, the perfect location to capture sunset, astrophotography and sunrise.  

  

 

Day 5

 

Enjoy sunrise by the lake capturing the incredible alpine glow on the surrounding peaks followed by breakfast. Today we will be trekking to Tres Lagunas,  one of the trek's most picturesque and serene spots, offering a stunning combination of glacial lakes and towering mountain views. Located at an altitude of approximately 4,500 m (14,764 feet), these lakes, with their vivid turquoise waters, are framed by dramatic peaks,  including Jirishanca and Yerupajá.  We will trek over Suila Pass (4800m) to our next camp called Huayhuash Camp (4400m).

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Day 6

 

From Huayhuash camp, we will make our way to Elefante Camp. Depending when we arrive, we will try to tackle San Antonio Pass for sunset.  The San Antonio Pass on the Huayhuash Trek offers one of the most stunning and expansive views in the entire trek, making it a highlight for many. Sitting at an elevation of 4,800m (15,748 feet), the pass provides breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and pristine wilderness.

 

Day 7

 

After breakfast we will begin our trek over San Antonio Pass 4990m descending into the Sarapo Valley, the site of British Climber Joe Simpsons historic mountaineering accident that inspired the book and film "Touching the Void." We will set up camp at  Cutatambo (4,400 m) in the Sarapo Valley, break for lunch and then hike to Gran Vista Pass. 

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Day 8 

 

From Cutatambo Camp we will trek to Huayllapa Village  where we will take transport back to Huaraz.  This will conclude the adventure portion of the workshop. Prepare for a long day in the car, but dinner and a hot shower awaits!

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Day 9​

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Today is about relaxing and indulging. You've earned it. The morning is free time for you to sleep in, enjoy a delicious breakfast or walk around the city.  We will be meeting at 2pm in the hotel dining room to go over post processing techniques.  We will follow with a farewell dinner. 

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Night buses from Huaraz to Lima are a comfortable option if participants wish to book a flight home or wish to extend their travels.

 

Day 10

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Today concludes the workshop for those that are extending their stay in Huaraz or wish to depart to Lima.  

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​What’s Included 

 

• Certified English Speaking Mountain Guide

• Donkeys, tent, sleeping matt, utensils

• Park Entrances

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner on the trail

• Transportation to our locations​

• Transport from Bus Station or Comandante FAP German Arias Graziani Airport

• 3 nights accommodation double occupancy including breakfast 

 

What’s Not Included

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• Flight tickets / Visa

• Bus Tickets from Lima to Huaraz and back

• Sleeping Bag

• Meals outside camping

• Private Room (additional $150usd)

• Equipment Insurance

• Health/Travel Insurance- consultation with travel clinic or family doctor is recommended to discuss altitude sickness, symptoms & prevention as well as any medications or vaccinations required for entry to Peru