The Cordillera Huayhuash trek is considered one of the most beautiful trekking routes in the Peruvian mountains. The Huayhuash range includes seven peaks that are over 6,000 m. So, you can expect to see many mountain peaks and lakes in this epic nine-day adventure.
One of the highlights of the trek is the Siula Grande mountain peak (6,344 m), made famous by the film "Touching the Void" based on the true story of mountaineers Joe Simpson and Simon Yates. You will also see the peaks like Yerupaja (6,635 m), Yerupaja Chico (6,121 m), Jirishanca (6,125 m), and Sarapo (6,127m).
If you are interested, we can also arrange for you an easy climbing expedition to Diablo Mudo (5,427 m) and Pumarinri (5,465 m).
Throughout the trip, you will be staying in camps set-up in stunning locations to elevate your experience of trekking the Peruvian mountains.
Please see the itinerary section for more details.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Tent
Age Range
9-79 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera
Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Huayhuash, Cordillera Huayhuash, Laguna Carhuacocha, San Antonio, Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa, Laguna Jahuacocha, Huaraz
The most popular full-day trekking that goes up to the turquoise lake at an altitude of 14,764 feet. This is a must-see in the Huascarán National Park.
Price per person:
S/ 35.00 per person.
Times:
4:30 am to 6:00 pm.
Duration:
13 hours and a half.
Included:
Shared transport, spanish guide, first-aid kit and pickup at the hotel (just the city area).
Not included:
Lunch nor entrance ticket of 1 day to the Huacarán National Park per person (S/. 30 international visitors; S/. 11 Peruvians; S/. 5 children).
What to bring:
Warm clothing, waterproof clothing, trekking shoes, warm hat, hat to protect against the sun, sunglasses, sunscreen, snack, water, gloves, personal first aid kit, trek poles and 25-liter backpack for the walking during the day.
Restrictions:
Not allowed for pregnant women.
Not suitable for persons with heart problems.
Not allowed for people with knee conditions.
Weather :
Subject to weather conditions.
Cancellation and rescheduling policy :
24 hours.
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Price
Low season: S/ 35 per person.
High season, July 15 to August 15: S/ 39 per person.
Easter, April 8 to 12, 2020: S/ 85 per person.
National Holidays, July 27 to 30: S/ 85 per person.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
6-79 yrs
Operated in
english, german, spanish
Destinations
Huaraz, Cordillera Blanca and Co
Huaraz, Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Huayhuash, Huascaran National Park, Laguna 69 Hike