ITINERARY

Day 1. Huaraz – Quartelhuain – Cacananpunta Pass - Janca

We begin our journey toward Matacancha, the gateway to the majestic Huayhuash range, with a scenic drive lasting 4 to 5 hours. Next, we start our gradual ascent to Cacanan Pass, where we’re treated to breathtaking views of the nearby peaks of Rondoy and Jirishanca. We then descend to our campsite, nestled in Janca Valley. The trek takes approximately 5 hours.

Day 2. Janca – Carhuac Pass – Laguna Carhuacocha

We ascend to Paso Carhuac pass which offers splendid views of several majestic peaks including Carnicero, Siula Grande, Yerupajá, and Jirishanca. After enjoying the panoramic vistas, we descend to our campsite located at the scenic Laguna Carhuacocha. The estimated duration of the trek is 5 to 6 hours.

Day 3. Carhuacocha – Siula Punta Pass – Huayhuash

We start the day ascending towards the majestic Siula Punta pass where we are treated to picturesque vistas of mountains and glacier -fed lakes of Siula and Quesillococha. Upon reaching the pass, we commence our descent towards our campsite nestled in Huayhuash at 4350m altitude. This leg of the trek spans approximately 8 hours of walking.

Day 4. Huayhuash – Trapecio Punta Pass – Campo Elefante

We begin our ascent towards the breathtaking Trapecio Pass, where we are rewarded with close-up views of the majestic Trapecio Mountain. From there, we descend to our campsite nestled in Cuyoc Pampa. Along the way, we are treated to the sight of beautiful glacial lakes, enhancing the scenic beauty of our journey. The trek lasts 7 to 8 hours.

Day 5. Campo elefante – Santa Rosa Pass – Cutatambo

We ascend to Santa Rosa pass (5100m), the highest pass of the circuit, where we are rewarded with breathtaking views. From the pass, we take in the most stunning vistas of the Siula Grande Glacier and several small, jewel-blue lakes scattered across the landscape. The descent is steep at times as we traverse above Laguna Jurao, eventually reaching our campsite at Cutatambo in the Quebrada Calinca.

Day 6. Cutatambo – Huayllapa – Pativilca – Huaraz/Lima

On our final day, we hike down to Huayllapa, a charming highland village located at 3,600m. After a 4 to 5-hour trek, we meet our transport, which will take us back to Huaraz or Lima.

WHAT´S INCLUDED?

Included

• Briefing
• Certified Trekking Guide
• Assistant guide
• Cook
• Donkey driver
• Donkeys
• Personal sleeping tents
• Tents: Kitchen tent, dining tent, bathroom tent.
• Fuel, utensils and kitchen equipment
• Private transport
• Food during the trek
• Basic First Aid kit
• Emergency horse

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Excluded

• Airfare to and from Lima
• Hotels
• Transfer Lima - Huaraz - Lima
• Laundry
• Food and drinks in the city
• Travel/Health/accident Insurance
• Other tours
• Entrance fee to the communities
• Personal clothing and equipment (Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, poles, etc.)
gratuities

WHAT TO WEAR AND PACK

When walking in the mountains, it is important to be able to adjust to the changing conditions. We recommend bringing clothing that can be layered to achieve comfort as you change from periods of activity to periods of rest.

Clothing and gear List

• Warm Hat: that covers your ears
• Sunhat: to protect your face and neck
• Buff
• Jacket – A midweight synthetic jacket
• Waterproof / Breathable Rain Jacket
• Hiking Pants – Preferably windproof and quick drying.
• Trekking shoes
• Water Bottle
• Camera
• Trekking poles
• Trekking backpack
• 100% UV protection Sunglasses
• Sun cream: SPF 50 or above
• Lip balm with UV protection
• Snacks