TRAVEL PROGRAM

DAY 1: Huaraz (3,052 m / 10,013 ft) – Llanganuco Lagoon (3,850 m / 12,631 ft) – Portachuelo Pass (4,785 m / 15,698 ft) – Vaquería (3,700 m / 12,139 ft) – Paria (3,890 m / 12,762 ft)

Hiking time: 5 hours

• We begin the day by picking you up from your accommodation around 4:30 am, to embark on a scenic route through the Callejón de Huaylas, entering the majestic Huascarán National Park. We visit the turquoise lagoons of Llanganuco and ascend the imposing Portachuelo Pass (4,785 m / 15,698 ft), one of the most spectacular natural viewpoints in the Cordillera Blanca. Along the way, we make strategic stops for photographs and to appreciate the landscape. In Vaquería (3,700 m / 12,139 ft), we begin our trek. Our team of muleteers will load the equipment onto support donkeys as we proceed along a trail with a gradual ascent towards the Paria Valley (3,890 m / 12,762 ft). During this day, you will observe Andean rural life in its most authentic form: shepherds, traditional crops, and high Andean villages.
• In the late afternoon, we enjoy a warm coffee or coca tea while taking in the surrounding scenery.
• Overnight at the campsite
• Meals: B,S,L,D

DAY 02: Paria (3,890 m / 12,762 ft) – Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,583 ft) – Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,943 ft)

Hiking time: 7 hours

• Today we face the most challenging and breathtaking day of the trek. We ascend gradually for 4 hours to the final stretch, where a strenuous 1-hour climb leads us to the iconic Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,762 ft). From this point, the Cordillera Blanca unfolds before your eyes: Taulliraju, Pucajirca, Rinrijirca, Artesonraju, among other snowcapped giants, stand majestically. The views of the Santa Cruz Valley are simply unforgettable. We descend to the Taullipampa campsite (4,250 m / 13,943 ft), surrounded by glaciers and iconic mountains.
• In the late afternoon, we enjoy a warm coffee or coca tea while taking in the surrounding scenery.
• Overnight at the campsite..
• Meals: B,S,L,D

DAY 3: Taullipampa (4,250 m/ 13,943 ft ) – Mirador Alpamayo – Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft )

Hiking time: 6 hours

• We begin the day with a hike to the Arhuaycocha viewpoint, one of the most beautiful spots in the entire Cordillera Blanca. From here, you'll have a privileged view of the legendary Alpamayo, considered by many to be the most beautiful mountain in the world, as well as the snow-capped peaks of Quitaraju and Artesonraju. Then we descend through the expansive Santa Cruz Valley, passing by glacial lakes and impressive rock faces, until we reach our final campsite, Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft).
• In the late afternoon, we enjoy a warm coffee or coca tea while appreciating the landscape.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B,S,L,D

DAY 4: Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft )– Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) – Huaraz (3,052 m / 10,013 ft)

Hiking time: 3 hours

• We descend through the Santa Cruz ravine until we reach the picturesque village of Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft). We'll have lunch in this charming village, and then board our private vehicle for the return trip to Huaraz in complete comfort. We'll arrive back in Huaraz around 4:00 pm.
• Meals: B,S,L

What is included?

• Pre-trek briefing with explanation of route, weather and equipment
• Transfer from Huaraz to Vaqueria in private transport
• Transfer from Cashapampa to Huaraz in private transport
• Overnight in camp 3 nights
• Entrance fee to Huascaran National Park
• 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners
• 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 an equipment package that includes a sanitized down sleeping bag (-10°C), sleeping bag liner, thermal insulation, pillow, and a high-end 10cm thick technical 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 6 kg / 13 lb to be loaded on the donkeys
• Certificate of achievement/experience upon completion of the trek

What is not included?

• nternational flights
• Domestic flight (Lima – Anta (Ancash) via Latam)
• Airport taxes
• Transfer from Lima to Huaraz (Ancash) by bus
• (We recommend executive service from Cruz del Sur, Oltursa, or Linea)
• 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

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