WHY TRAVEL WITH HIGH EXPEDITIONS?
The most complete, safe, and premium trekking experience in the Huayhuash Mountain Range.
High Expeditions is a company specializing in elite expeditions for discerning travelers seeking safety, comfort, fine dining, and impeccable service. We don’t just guide routes; we create transformative experiences in the mountains of Peru.
Here are our 16 key differentiators, inspired by the highest international standards and reinforced by our premium infrastructure.
1. Authorized, Professional, and Responsible Local Operator
High Expeditions is a formally established local company with all the necessary permits, licenses, and registrations to operate official expeditions in the Huayhuash Mountain Range and on the main trekking routes of Peru. When you travel with us, you have the peace of mind of knowing you are in the hands of a legal, reputable, and transparent operator.
We are local mountaineers; we know every step of the Huayhuash, every campsite, every weather change, and every variation in the terrain. This experience allows us to anticipate any situation, make safe decisions, and provide you with an authentic, responsible route deeply connected to its environment. Furthermore, we work with local communities, maintaining relationships of respect, cooperation, and local development. We pride ourselves on offering high-level expeditions, always with human sensitivity, sustainability, and a strong connection to the land.
With High Expeditions, you are in good hands: professional, local, reliable hands with a passion for the mountains.
Our logistics team, guides, and muleteers operate under strict safety and quality standards that ensure a seamless experience from start to finish.
We design each expedition with intention—balancing challenge, comfort, and cultural immersion for an unforgettable journey.
Our equipment is curated for high-Andean conditions, guaranteeing warmth, durability, and confidence at every campsite.
And above all, we believe that every traveler deserves a meaningful adventure that transforms, inspires, and honors the mountains we call home.
2. High-End Mountain Cuisine
One of our greatest strengths is our culinary offerings:
Nutritious Breakfasts:
- • Gourmet coffee, herbal teas, fresh juices.
- • Pancakes, granola, yogurt, eggs cooked to order.
Energy Snacks:
- • Fresh fruit, nuts, artisanal bars, dark chocolate, gourmet mini cookies.
Complete Lunches:
- • Premium carbohydrates (pasta, quinoa, brown rice).
- • Functional salads with micronutrients (spinach, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, beets, avocado).
- • High-quality protein (organic chicken, beef, fish, legumes, hummus, tofu).
Comforting Dinners:
- • High-biological-value protein.
- • Complex carbohydrates for muscle recovery.
- • Warming soups, fresh vegetables, and healthy fats. Tea Time / Lunch Time:
• Herbal teas, tequeños (cheese sticks), mini wraps, artisanal cookies, popcorn, and nuts.
Eat like you’re in a hotel… but in the mountains.
3. High safety for your comfort
Safety is our top priority. We operate under international protocols and include:
- • Portable oxygen on every expedition.
- • Complete first-aid kit.
- • UIMLA/AGMP/UIAGM certified guides and WFR-trained staff.
- • Daily health and acclimatization assessments.
- • Satellite communication systems.
You travel safely from start to finish.
4. Authorized and Safe Tourist Transportation
Our vehicles have official permits from the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (MINCETUR) and the Ministry of Transport and Communications, guaranteeing:
- • Reliable transfers.
- • Professional drivers with all necessary permits and licenses.
- • Vehicles with all required documentation for national circulation.
- • Constant monitoring of each route.
Your safety begins from the first kilometer.
5.Premium Camp Infrastructure
We designed one of the best camping systems in Huayhuash:
- • Ferrino, Doite, and Kailas 4-season tents.
- • Sea to Summit and Ferrino inflatable sleeping mats (10 cm thick).
- • 3-person tents for double occupancy.
- • High-performance thermal insulation.
- • Professional dining and kitchen tents.
You’ll sleep warm, comfortable, and protected, even in extreme weather.
6.High-End Sleeping Bags, Sanitized and Customized
We include Ferrino, Kailas, or Mountain Equipment sleeping bags, each with:
- • Hygienic liner.
- • Deep cleaning and sanitization.
- • Personalized labeling.
A safe, warm, and personalized rest.
7. All-Inclusive Expeditions
Your booking covers absolutely everything:
- • Premium tents.
- • Three hearty meals a day.
- • Afternoon tea with gourmet snacks.
- • Unlimited purified water.
- • Duffle bag included.
- • Complete camping equipment (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, inflatable mattresses).
- • Luggage transport by donkeys.
You only need to carry your small 25-30 liter backpack with your personal items (water, digital cameras, snacks, down jacket or windbreaker).
8. Strategic and Authentic Routes
High Expeditions was born in Huayhuash… we know it better than anyone.
We offer access to:
- • Less crowded campsites.
- • Special viewpoints for photos.
- • Optimized schedules.
- • Extended or premium versions of the tour.
Your experience will be more peaceful, private, and special.
9. Small Groups for a Personalized Experience
While other companies lead large groups, we operate under the following principles:
- • Maximum guide control.
- • Reduced environmental impact.
- • Enhanced safety.
- • A welcoming atmosphere where everyone knows each other.
This significantly improves the quality of the experience.
10. Technology and Logistics Control
We use monitoring and tracking tools that ensure:
- • Improved team management.
- • Precise coordination between guides and staff.
- • Up-to-date information on weather, routes, and altitude.
The organization behind the trip makes your experience seamless.
11. Connecting with Local Communities
We work hand in hand with families and communities along the route:
- • We create jobs.
- • We respect local agreements.
- • We support the rural economy.
- • We promote responsible and ethical tourism.
Your trip also has a positive impact.
12. A Real Environmental Commitment
We implement policies of:
- • “Leave no trace.”
- • Responsible waste management.
- • Plastic reduction.
- • Eco-friendly campsites.
We love Huayhuash and we protect it.
13. Flexibility and Customer Adaptation
Every traveler is unique. That’s why we offer:
- • Special meals (vegan, vegetarian, intolerances).
- • Personalized paces based on physical condition.
- • Route adjustments when conditions allow.
- • Upgrade options and private services.
Your trip is tailored to your needs.
14. Specialized Team
The best part of High Expeditions is our people.
- • Internationally certified UIMLA/ AGMP/UIAGM guides.
- • Expert mountain assistants specializing in logistics, camping, and emergency response.
- • Chef specializing in high-altitude Andean cuisine, offering hearty, healthy, and creative menus.
Your experience is in the hands of true professionals.
15. Book and travel with complete confidence with High Expeditions.
We’ll guide you through the planning, preparation, and logistical coordination, providing continuous support throughout your entire experience.
We’ll answer your questions promptly and clearly at any time.
Upon arrival in Peru, you’ll enjoy a safe and well-organized trek.
You’ll have a certified guide, an expert mountain chef, and professional muleteers.
We prioritize your well-being, the quality of the equipment, the food, and the comfort at every campsite.
Our commitment: exceptional, personalized service that exceeds your expectations.
16. Transformative Experiences
Ultimately, what makes us unique is our philosophy.
Traveling isn’t just about walking.
It’s about connecting with the mountains and with yourself.
It’s about overcoming limits that once seemed insurmountable.
It’s about discovering who you are with every step.
We want you to return home changed and inspired.
Proud of the adventure you experienced.
