The best of Huayhuash in 6 days
TRAVEL ITINERARY
Maximum altitude
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Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Preferred
April to October.
Location
Cordillera Huayhuash.
Dinstance
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Entrance Fee
National Park prices
s/ 260 aprox.
per person
Trip Details
DAY 01:
Depart from Huaraz at 2 AM for a scenic 6-7 hour drive to Queropalca, crossing a high pass at 4,750 meters. Arrive at Queropalca (3,800 m) and begin the 3-4 hour hike (8 km) to Carhuacocha (4,100 m).
DAY 02:
After breakfast, hike to the famous Siula Lakes viewpoint, reaching the 4,800-meter pass. Continue for 15 km to the Huayhuash campsite at 4,300 meters.
DAY 03:
Ascend to the Trapecio Pass (over 5,000 meters) in 3.5 hours, followed by a 3-hour descent. Enjoy spectacular views with optional excursions to the glacier and multicolored lakes. After lunch, there is an optional hike to the San Antonio Pass (5,100 meters). Camp at Elefante (4,400 meters).
DAY 04:
Visit the base camp of the famous “Touching the Void” story, passing through incredible landscapes and reaching a pass with panoramic views at approximately 4,800 meters. Descend to Huayllapa village (3,600 meters), where local accommodation is available. The trek covers 18-20 km.
DAY 05:
Travel back to Huaraz (or Lima) with an 8-9 hour drive, arriving between 12 PM and 2 PM.
Included
- Full camping equipment
- Experienced guide and cook
- All transportation (from Huaraz to the trailhead and back)
Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Tips for the guide and staff
- Sleeping bags and trekking poles (available for rent)
Recommended
- Hiking boots
- Trekking socks (synthetic fibers)
- Sun hat
- Hat for cold weather (fleece or other)
- Microfiber shirts and thermal
- Fleece
- Trekking pants
- Linen bath
- Sunglasses
- Day Backpack – 20-30 liters
- Waterproof jacket (Gore-Tex or other) seasonal
- Waterproof Pant (Gore-Tex or other) seasonal
- Waterproof Layer seasonal
- Bottle
- Headlamp (with extra batteries and bulbs)
- Sunscreen (lips and skin)
- Personal First Aid Kit
- Photographic Material
- Wash bag and towel
- Sandals
- Hiking poles
- Toilet Paper.
- Missing Something? Ask Us
Private:
S/ 2000 soles (Max. 3 people)
Group 4-9 people:
S/ — soles per person
