Huayhuash Circuit

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15 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Highly demanding activities designed for individuals with excellent physical fitness.

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Highlights

Complete a challenging high-altitude trek through the remote Cordillera Huayhuash

Enjoy two acclimatisation walks in the Cordillera Blanca before beginning the circuit

Cross high alpine passes, including Santa Rosa Pass at 5,057m / 16,591ft

Trek beneath Yerupajá, Peru's second-highest mountain

Discover the turquoise glacial lakes of Carhuacocha, Mitucocha and Jahuacocha

Explore the dramatic Siula Grande landscape featured in Touching the Void

Enjoy fully supported wilderness camping with experienced local trekking staff

Explore the dramatic Siula Grande landscape featured in Touching the Void

Enjoy fully supported wilderness camping with experienced local trekking staff

Itinerary

If you’re captivated by Peru’s wildest mountain landscapes, the "Huayhuash Circuit" offers a 19-day trekking challenge around the spectacular Cordillera Huayhuash. Starting and ending in Lima, this guided tour is perfect for seasoned hikers and adventurous travelers eager for remote alpine beauty.

The trek includes ample time for acclimatisation in the Cordillera Blanca before a 12-day circuit crossing high passes near 5,000m, with daily views of jagged peaks like Yerupaja (Peru’s second highest) and the distinctive Jirishanca. A side trip to Siula Grande Base Camp—made famous by "Touching the Void"—and an ascent of Cerro Bella Vista provide even more awe-inspiring vistas.

Unique to this circuit is the opportunity to camp beside tranquil glacial lakes in settings most trekkers only dream about, delivering a true sense of adventure and achievement in one of the Andes’ most spectacular corners.

day 1Join Huaraz (3052m / 10,013ft)

Upon arrival in Huaraz, the gateway to Peru's Cordillera Blanca and Huayhuash mountain ranges, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax after your journey, explore the town and begin adjusting to the altitude before your trek begins.
Accommodation: Hotel Cordillera or similar

day 2Acclimatisation hike to Wilcacocha Lake (4hrs)

day 3Acclimatisation hike from Portachuelo de Llanganuco (2hrs)

day 4Drive to to Cuartelhuain via Chiquián

day 5Cross the Cacananpunta Pass to Janca (5 or 6.5hrs)

day 6Ascend the Carhuac Pass to Carhuacocha Lake (5hrs)

day 7A demanding days trek over Siula Pass to Huayhuash (7.5hrs)

day 8Sustained climb to the Trapecio Punta, descend to Pampa Cuyoc (6.5hrs)

day 9Cross Santa Rosa Pass to Cutatambo (6hrs)

day 10Explore the Cutatambo Valley or hike to Sarapococha Lake (4.5hrs)

day 11Trek through Huayllapa Valley to Huatiac (7.5hrs)

day 12Shorter trek crossing Punta Tapush Pass to Gashpapampa (4hrs)

day 13From Angoshcancha Valley, ascend Yaucha Pass, long descent to Jahuacocha (6hrs)

day 14Relax at camp with option to hike to Solteracocha Lake (3hrs)

day 15Cross Mancanpunta Pass and descend to trailhead, return to Huaraz (4.5hrs)

What's Included

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel in HuarazArrival transfer to hotel

Meals

All meals during the trek

Transport

All internal transportation

Guide

Bilingual guide

Others

Double occupancy tentsUse of a gear pack including duffle bag, sleeping bag, fibre filled jacket and sleeping matPack horses and horse handlersFully serviced campsites on trekAcclimatisation hikes to Wilcacocha and Llanganuco PortachueloAll park entry feesGroup medical kit including a portable altitude chamber, emergency oxygen and satellite phone

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