Huaraz: 10-Day Guided Trek through the Huayhuash Mountain Range
ID: GYG1544804-2353193
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
10 days
Description
Discover the Huayhuash mountain range on a 10-day guided expedition. Explore turquoise lagoons, high mountain passes, and unforgettable landscapes with an expert local team from Huaraz.
Discover one of Peru's most spectacular mountain ranges on a 10-day, 9-night expedition through the Huayhuash Range. Accompanied by the local Paramount Explorer team, you'll hike high-mountain trails, see turquoise lagoons, cross Andean passes, and explore remote valleys, enjoying an authentic trekking and camping experience.
**Day 1: Huaraz – Cuartelhuain – Cacananpunta – Mitucocha**
We'll set off from Huaraz to Cuartelhuain, where our trek begins. We'll cross the Cacananpunta Pass and descend to Mitucocha, our first campsite in the mountains.
**Day 2: Mitucocha – Alcay Pass – Carhuacocha**
We'll ascend to Alcay Pass, surrounded by high Andean landscapes, before descending to Carhuacocha, a beautiful lake nestled beneath majestic snow-capped mountains.
**Day 3: Carhuacocha – Tres Lagunas – Siula Pass – Huayhuash**
We experience one of the most memorable days of the trek: the vantage point of the Three Lakes, with their incredible turquoise hues. We continue over the Siula Pass to our campsite in Huayhuash.
**Day 4: Huayhuash – Trapecio Pass – Elefante Valley**
We'll cross remote landscapes and ascend to the Trapecio Pass. We then descend to the Elephant Valley, where we rest surrounded by nature.
**Day 5: Elefante Valley – Santa Rosa Pass – Cutatambo**
We reach the highest point of our expedition, the Santa Rosa Pass, at approximately 5,100 meters. The views reward the effort before descending to Cutatambo.
**Day 6: Cutatambo – Huayllapa**
We follow the valley to Huayllapa, enjoying gradually changing landscapes and the surroundings of Andean communities.
**Day 7: Huayllapa – Tapush Pass – Gashpapampa**
We head back up to the heights, crossing the Tapush Pass until we reach the campsite in Gashpapampa.
**Day 8: Gashpapampa – Yaucha Pass – Jahuacocha**
We cross Yaucha Pass and descend to Jahuacocha, one of the most stunning lakes in Huayhuash.
**Day 9: Rest day in Jahuacocha**
We'll enjoy a relaxing day by the lake, with time to rest, take photos of the mountains, or go on optional hikes if conditions allow.
**Day 10: Jahuacocha – Mancan Punta – Pocpa – Huaraz**
We cross our last mountain pass and descend to Pocpa, where transportation back to Huaraz awaits us.
During the expedition, you'll have a professional Spanish- and English-speaking guide, a mountain cook, muleteers, equipped campsites, and meals prepared by our team.
A challenging adventure for those who want to discover the true essence of the Peruvian Andes, with the organization and hospitality of Paramount Explorer.
Highlights
- Marvel at the three turquoise lakes under the snow-capped peaks of Huayhuash
- Reach Santa Rosa Pass, at an altitude of about 5,100 meters
- Discover Carhuacocha, Mitucocha, and the spectacular Jahuacocha Lagoon
- Feel the thrill of conquering high mountain passes in the Peruvian Andes
- Sleep under a starry sky and wake up surrounded by snow-capped mountains
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This 10-day, 9-night expedition is demanding and reaches an altitude of approximately 5,100 meters. Previous trekking experience, good physical condition, and acclimatization in Huaraz are recommended before starting.
Personal luggage carried by pack animals is limited to 12 kg (26 lbs) per traveler. Bring a daypack with water, warm clothing, and essentials
Community fees for the circuit (S/310 per person, subject to change) are not included. The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather conditions or safety reasons.
Before departure, we will hold a briefing at our office at Av. Fitzcarrald 237, Huaraz. Please advise in advance if you have any special dietary requirements
INCLUDED
- Before the trek**
- Briefing at our office at Av. Fitzcarrald 237, Huaraz
- Advice on luggage, preparation, and acclimatization
- Transportation
- Pickup in Huaraz and private round-trip transportation from Pocpa
- Local team
- Bilingual guide (Spanish/English), trained in first aid
- Cook, muleteers, and support team
- Transportation of up to 12 kg of luggage per person and staff logistics
- Camping and comfort
- 9 nights in a single four-season tent
- Down sleeping bag, insulated sleeping pad, thermal blanket, and pillow
- Equipped dining and kitchen tents
- Hot showers on request, depending on conditions; warm water for daily hygiene
- Food and water
- Meals, snacks, and tea as per itinerary
- Drinking water in camps
- Special diets with advance notice, where possible
- Security and logistics
- First aid kit, portable oxygen, radios, and emergency satellite communication
- Campsite set-up and coordination of evacuations
NOT INCLUDED
- Travel and accommodation in Huaraz
- Flights and transportation to Huaraz
- Hotels and meals in Huaraz before or after the trek
- Meals outside the expedition
- Breakfast in Chiquián (Day 1) and lunch in Pocpa (Day 10)
- Extra bottled drinks, alcoholic beverages, and personal snacks
- Community fees and insurance
- Community fees: Approximately S/310 per person, subject to change
- Travel, health, rescue, evacuation and cancellation insurance
- Personal items and rentals
- Clothing, daypack, trekking poles, and toiletries
- Optional backpack and walking stick rental: US$6 per day each
- Voluntary tips for guides, cooks, and muleteers
- Extraordinary expenses
- Early departures, requested changes, and additional transfers
- Rescue, evacuation, and medical care costs
- Loss or damage to rented gear
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
