Cordillera Huayhuash trek 10 days

Trekking Cordillera Huayhuash Peru Huaraz- Explore the Cordillera Huayhuash on this 10-day adventure through one of the most impressive regions of the Peruvian Andes. This is one of the lesser-known and uncrowded treks due to the remote location of this beautiful mountain range. The Cordillera Huayhuash is known as being the best alpine trek on the Planet.

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The vast landscapes, jagged peaks, turquoise lakes and cascading river are what make this this region so special. The impressive glaciated peaks rise to over 6,600m leaving you in constant awe. There’s nothing quite like the hiking challenge presented by the Cordillera Blanca – are you ready to conquer it? More than just Everest Base Camp, this trek in the Cordillera Huayhuash Valley is one that gives people a different perspective on the valleys and peaks of the Andes.

ITINERARY

Day 1 plan A: Suggested Acclimatiaztion Hike ( Churup Lake Or Rajucolta)
Day 1 plan B: Suggested Acclimatiaztion Hike (Lake 69 & Llanganuco Lakes)

Day 2: Huaraz / Cuartelhuain
After breakfast at your hotel we pick you up and drive south to Cuartelhuain at 4180m/13,714ft where we set up camp. During our drive to Cuartelhuain you’ll pass traditional Andean towns with typical Quechua homes and rich farm land. You’ll have great views towards the east of the Cordillera Blanca mountain range and towards the west you’ll see the Cordillera Negra mountain range. We’ll continue our drive up to Conococha Lake at 4080m/13,386ft then drive down to Cuartelhuain. 6 hour drive.
Meals Included: Snack, Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner.

Day 3: Cuartelhuain / Mitucocha
An early start today as we begin our ascent up the Punta Cacanan Pass at 4700m/15,420ft. From the top of the pass you can enjoy a panoramic view of the valley before descending to our second camp at Mitucocha Lake. There are two options to reach camp. One is the normal longer trail or the alternative trail with a steep descent but great views of the surrounding mountains. Overnight at Mitucocha at 4250m/13,944ft. 6 – 7 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner.

Day 4: Mitucocha / Carhuacocha
This day we reach the Carhuac Pass at 4650 m/15,256ft as you ascend constantly on a gentle climb up for approximately 3 hours from where you have the first view of the beautifully stunning peaks of Yerupaja, Siula Grande and Jirishanca. From this vantage point, we’ll descend to our next campsite at Carhuacocha Lake at 4150m/13,615ft. We’ll camp beside this large beautiful lake and enjoy the views of Yerupaja, Siula Grande, Jirishanca peaks. During the afternoon you can elect to rest or just walk around this beautiful Lake. 5-6 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner

Day 5: Carhuacocha / Huayhuash
There are two optional approaches to our next camp at Huayhuash. We can take the normal trail to ascend the Carnicero Pass at 4600m/15,092ft or the more challenging alternative by ascending the Siula Pass at 4800m/15,748ft. While this second alternative is more demanding, it is truly rewarding because of the surrounding panoramic views. We descend passing close to Carnicero Lake then camp at Huayhuash 4300m/14,108ft. 6-7 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner

Day 6: Huayhuash / Viconga
Today we’ll have a gradual climb for approximately 3 hours ascending up towards the Portachuelo de Huayhuash pass at 4 750 m/15,584ft. From this beautiful vantage point we’ll then descend along the valley as we pass next to grazing llama and sheep then walk beside the large Viconga Lake then just a short climb up to reach Viconga thermal bath at 4400m/14,436ft where we set up our tents. You can spend the afternoon taking a thermal bath at the hot springs or just relax at camp. 5 – 6 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner.

Day 7: Viconga / Huanacpatay
Today is a long and challenging day as we ascend the highest pass on the trek, Cuyoc Pass at 5000m/16,404ft. We’ll ascend up the trail to reach the pass and enjoy the marvelous views of the surrounding high mountains before descending down over a rocky section then hike along the valley to camp at Huanacpatay at 4300m/14,108ft. 7 – 8 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, and Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner.

Day 8: Huanacpatay / Huatiac
We hike down the valley to the village of Huayllapa then start a steep ascent up to Huatiac. Today’s hike begins with an easy gentle descent along the valley before beginning a steep climb up towards camp. The hike is made more challenging because of the midday sun on us as we ascend. Overnight at a grassy area (pampa) at Huatiac camp 4 350 m / 14 272 ft. 6-7 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner

Day 9: Huatiac / Jahuacocha
Today we cross two passes. Initially we hike up the trail to reach the first pass Punta Tapush at 4 750 m / 15 584 ft then make a short descent before again starting our next climb up to reach the second pass of Punta Yaucha at 4 800 m / 15 748 ft. It is certainly a challenging experience to reach the second pass as you ascend up on a switch back trail which is rocky in areas as we approach and reach the Yaucha Pass. The efforts to reach this dramatic vantage point are well worth it for the magnificent views of the surrounding high peaks are truly impressive. We descend down through lupines along the valley to our final camp at Jahuacocha Lake at 4 150 m / 13 615 ft. We’ll camp overnight beside the lake enjoying the views of the majestic mountains surrounding Jauacocha Lake.7 – 8 hours walk.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, and Lunch, Tea Time & Dinner.

Day 10: Jahuacocha / Llamac Village
We’ll complete our 9 day trek today by hiking down the Jauacocha Valley for about 45 minutes and then ascend up to the Llamac Pampa at 4 300 m / 14 108 ft with its great close up view of the Huayhuash Mountain range as a back drop. After resting here and enjoying the close views of the peaks and taking some great panoramic photos, we’ll then make a long descent to the Llamac village where our private transport will be waiting to take you back to your Huaraz hotel. 5 hours hike & 5 hours drive.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Snack, & Lunch.

 

 

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