Huayhuash Cultural & Trek

TRAVEL PROGRAM

Day 1: Tranfer from Huaraz to Huánuco Pampa (La Union) (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

• We will leave the city of Huaraz to go to the imposing citadel of Huánuco Pampa (3,700 m / 12,139 ft). The site was an important Inca settlement, probably also an important transit and storage point, built on the main Quito-Cuzco route. The site covers several hundred hectares and substantial ruins remain, including the main temple of the Usnu, quarters for the Inca elite, women's quarters and a garrison, not to mention the private quarters and baths for visiting Incas. We will see fine examples of the same intricate stonework found in Cusco, with solid walls of precisely interlocking stones that have withstood centuries of earthquakes.
• In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B, S, L, D

Day 2: Transfer from Huánuco Pampa to Queropalca (3,831 m / 12,572 ft), Carhuacocha Lake (4,138 m / 13,570 ft)

Trekking 4 hours

• After breakfast, we will go to the town of Queropalca (3,831 m / 12,572 ft) (3–4 hours of travel). Once we arrive at the town of Queropalca, the muleteers will be waiting for us with their donkeys to load our things and head to our Carhuacocha base camp (4,138 m / 13,570 ft). After a walk between pastures and agricultural fields, we will arrive at the Carhuacocha lagoon. On the way, we will appreciate the beautiful view of Yerupajá (6,617 m / 21,709 ft), the second-highest mountain in Peru after Huascarán, Yerupajá Chico (6,121 m / 20,079 ft), Jirishanca (5,980 m / 19,619 ft), and Siula Grande (6,344 m / 20,813 ft).
• In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B, L, D

Day 3: Trek to Huayhuash Camp (4,350 m / 14,271 ft) via Siula Pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft)

Trekking 7 hours

• If you are a photographer, we advised you to wake up before dawn this morning to watch the sunrise over the Lake and Peaks from our campsite. Today, we will leave Carhuacocha towards the Huayhuash camp, located at an altitude of (4,350 m / 14,271 ft) . We will arrive at the Huayhuash camp in approximately 7 hours; crossing 7 beautiful snowy peaks and the beautiful Siula, Cangrajanca, and Quesillo Cocha lakes. We will ascend to the Siula Pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft), where we will be able to admire the beauty of the Yerupajá, Siula Grande, and Trapecio (5,644 m / 18,517 ft) snow-capped mountains. Then, we will descend to our camp at Huayhuash.
• In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B, S, L, D

Day 4: Trek to Viconga Lake via Porchacuelo Pass (4,650 m / 15,256 ft) , Guñoc Hot Springs

Trekking 6 hours

• After breakfast, we will continue our trek and ascend towards Portachuelo pass (4,650 m / 15,256 ft), where we will observe the snow-capped Trapecio, Puscanturpa (5,430 m / 17,814 ft ), as well as the snow-capped León Huacanan (5,427 m / 17,805 ft) Quesillo Janca (5,357 m / 17,575 ft) of the Raura mountain range. We will continue on our trek and descend to Viconga lake, the place of our next camp (4,335 m / 14,222 ft) where we will enjoy the Guñoc Hot Springs (4,350 m / 14,271 ft ).
• In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B, S, L, D

Day 5: Cuyoc Pampa Camp (4,500 m / 14763 ft ) via Punta Cuyoc Pass (5,020 m / 16,469 ft)

Trekking 6 hours

• Today, is the highest pass of the Huayhuash Trek over Punto Cuyoc (5,020 m / 16,469 ft ). After breakfast, we will begin the day’s hike with a very steep climb where we will get truly impressive panoramic views of the mountains of the Cordillera Huayhuash such as Sarapo, Siula and Yerupajá. After 6 hours of walking, we will arrive at the Cuyoc Pampa camp.
• In the afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while we observe the landscapes.
• Overnight at the camp.
• Meals: B,S, L, D

Day 6: Trek to Huayllapa (3,520 m / 11,548 ft)

Trekking 5 hours

• After breakfast, we will hike down until we reach the town of Huayllapa. Along the way we will be able to appreciate beautiful landscapes as we approach the town of Huayllapa. In the town we can stock up on provisions and rest for the next days of trekking.
• In the afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while we observe the landscapes.
• Overnight at the camp.
• Meals: B,S,L, D

Day 7: Trek to Gashampampa (4,600 m / 15,091 ft ) via Tapush Pass (4,770 m / 15,649 ft )

Trekking 5 hours

• After breakfast, we will leave the town of Huayllapa ascending towards the Tapush pass to finally reach the Gashpampampa camp. Along the way we will be able to appreciate beautiful landscapes and bird’s native to the area.
• In the afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while we observe the landscapes.
• Overnight at the camp.
• Meals: B,S,L, D

Day 8: Trek to Jahuacocha lagoon (4,050 m / 13,287 ft ) via Yaucha Pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft )

Trekking 5 hours

• Today, we will walk for around 5 hours, heading to Lake Jahuacocha (4,050 m / 13,287 ft). After breakfast, we will ascend, and our walk will be a little hard because we will cross the Yaucha pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft). In the afternoon we will arrive at the Jahuacocha lagoon, in this place we can observe the birds or go to see the Solterococha lagoon (4,120 m / 13,517 ft) and the Rasaccocha lagoon (4,417 m / 14,491 ft)
• In the afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while we observe the landscapes.
• Overnight at the camp.
• Meals: B,S, L, D

Day 9: Trek to Pocpa town (3,460 m / 11,351 ft ) – Huaraz (3,052 m / 10,013 ft)

Trekking 5 hours

• After breakfast, we will leave Jahuacocha lagoon towards the town of Pocpa. Along the way we will be able to appreciate the imposing snow-capped mountains of the Huayhuash mountain range that say see you soon with their impressive beauty.
• Once we arrive at the town of Pocpa, a delicious lunch will be waiting for us. Finally, our mobility will be waiting for us to move to the city of Huaraz.
• Meals: B, S,L

What is included?

• Pre-trek briefing with explanation of route, weather and equipment
• Transfer from Huaraz to Huanuco Pampa in private transport
• Transfer from Pocpa town to Huaraz in private transport
• Overnight in camp 8 nights
• Entrance fee to Huayhuash Communities
• 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 8 dinners
• Vegan or vegetarian meal options are available upon request.
• Snacks during the trek
• Tea time every afternoon
• Boiled water to drink throughout the expedition.
• Coca tea every day in the morning to wake up
• Warm water for washing every morning
• Wet wipes upon arrival at camp
• Expert bilingual guide UIMLA – AGMP–UIAGM
• Mountain chef
• Table and chairs for greater comfort.
• Kitchen tent.
• Dining tent
• Dressing tent
• Warehouse tent
• Baskets for organic and inorganic waste
• Kitchenware and kitchen equipment
• Duffel bag (50 liters to carry your personal belongings)
• Double occupancy tents
• Use of a kit package that includes a sanitized -10°C down sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner, sleeping pad, pillow, and 10cm thick inflatable mattress.
• Group medical kit
• Portable two-way radios
• Toiletries (Toilet paper, hand sanitizer)
• Portable oxygen tank
• Pack animals or porters on trek to carry equipments and personal gear
• Emergency horse
• Each participant is allowed to bring 10 kg / 22 lb to be loaded on the donkeys
• Certificate of achievement/experience upon completion of the trek

What is not included?

• International and national flights
• Airport taxes
• Transfer from Lima – Huaraz by bus or airlplane
• Cost of laundry and alcoholic beverages
• Travel Insurance
• Guide & transport for acclimatization hikes
• Last day dinner
• Personal gear
• Any hire of gear
• Medical treatment
• Meals and drinks both in Lima and Huaraz
• Hotels in Lima & Huaraz
• Tips and other types of personal expenses
• Any supplementary or additional aspect not included in the program.
• Additional costs or delays beyond our control.
• Costs for abandoning the expedition due to personal or health problems

If you prefer not to share a tent and for your own comfort, you can rent a personal tent from our company.

• Personal tent US$ 60.00

Trekking Poles are very useful on rough and uneven terrain. If you’d like, you can rent a set from our company.

• Trekking Poles US$ 25.00

• We recommend you to do at least a 1-Day hike in altitude to be acclimatized before doing this tour.

What to take?

• Passport
• Extra money (soles recommended)
• Personal medications
• Water bottle or camelback – (purifying tablets optional)
• Sunscreen 70+ or more
• Insect repellent
• Personal care products
• Hiking boots/shoes (preferably waterproof)
• Light shoes or sandals
• Hiking pants
• Hiking socks
• Waterproof booties
• Long sleeve shirts
• Thermal jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof poncho
• Hat that protects face and neck
• Neck scarf or buff
• Lenses with UV protection
• Walking sticks
• Medium hiking backpack (15 to 25 liters)
• Camera with charger
• Extreme battery
• Snacks: energy bars, electrolytes, nuts, energy gels, etc.
• Towel
• Flashlight