Name: Huayhuash Trek 8 Days in Huaraz Peru
Brand: Vidal Expeditions
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Price: 520 USD
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Camping Accommodation

Up to 12 People Group Size

5,000 m / 16,480 ft Max. Altitude

Moderate to Challenging Difficulty

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Explore the Best Huayhuash Trek in the Andes

Huaraz - Huayhuash - Huayllapa - Qashpapampa - Pampa Llamac - Huaraz

Camping Accommodation

Up to 12 People Group Size

5,000 m / 16,480 ft Max. Altitude

Moderate to Challenging Difficulty

Discover the best mountain landscapes in the Andes Range by hiking along the Huayhuash Trek in Huaraz. Huaraz is a city located in the central part of Peru in the Ancash region, famous for its Cordillera Blanca mountain range. Huaraz city became a popular destination in the last few years for trekking and climbing activities and enjoy the natural beauty that surrounded the city.

Huaraz has the highest peak in the entire country, Huascaran Mount, with 6,768 meters (22,204 feet) and other mountain peaks over 6,000 meters. Huaraz offers some of the most wonderful trekking routes in Peru. from full-day treks to multi-day hikes to place Lake Santa Cruz and Huayhuash. These hikes offer stunning landscapes such as turquoise lakes and green valleys with varied wildlife.

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Itinerary
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Overview

Embark on an adventure of your life by hiking through the 8-Day Huayhuash Trek, near to the Cordillera Blanca in Huaraz; this hike is considered one of the best high-altitude trekking routes in the Andes Mountains of South America. However, this trek is renowned for its stunning scenery, rugged terrain, and remote wilderness that offer hikers the chance to explore breathtaking landscapes, including snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes, and picturesque Andean communities. Its location makes it one of the most challenging treks in Peru.

The Huayhuash Trek is physically demanding and requires a good level of fitness; the highest pass is 5,300 meters (17,388 feet) and involves long days of hiking in a difficult and cold terrain; however, the trek takes you through dramatic landscapes created by different snow mountains as Yerupaja, Jirishanca, and Siula Grande, as well as sparkling blue lakes.

Highlights: Cordillera Huayhuash, Blue Lakes and Snow Mountains
Considerations: April to November
Note: Proper acclimatization is essential

Itinerary at a Glance

Day01
Huaraz - Cucanan Punta Pass - Mitucocha
Day02

Mitucocha - Carhuac Pass - Laguna Carhucocha
Day03

Laguna Carhucocha - Siula Pass - Huayhuash
Day04

Huayhuash - Trapecio Pass - Cuyucpampa
Day05

Cuyucpampa - Paso Santa Rosa - Huayllapa
Day06

Huayllapa - Tupush Pass - Gashpapampa
Day07

Gashpapampa - Punta LLaucha Pass - Laguna Jahuacocha
Day08

Laguna Jahuacocha - Pampa Llamac - Huaraz

Itinerary

Day 01

Huaraz - Cucanan Punta Pass - Mitucocha

We will pick you up at 4 am – 4:30 am. from your hotel located in the city, After we will begin our trip for 5 hours by bus to Matacancha, passing through Chiquian, Llamac, and Pocpa. Upon arrival in Matacancha, we will get ready to begin our trek towards the Cacanapunta pass, which is at 4800 masl. At this altitude, you can see the beautiful reddish Pucacocha Lagoon surrounded by mountain peaks. Without a doubt, a show for our eyes that makes these 4hrs of walking (8km) towards our Mitucocha campsite a worthy day. On this day we will walk 4 hours with 8 km approx.

Highlight of the Day: Starting the most amazing hike through mountain peaks

Lunch and Dinner Meals

Moderate Difficulty

8 km/ 4.9miles Walking Distance

4 - 5 hours Walking Time

4,180 m / 13,713 ft Starting Elevation

4,800 m / 15,748 ft Highest Elevation

Day 02

Mitucocha - Carhuac Pass - Laguna Carhucocha

After breakfast, we will start the walk uphill until we reach Paso Carhuac at 4650 masl. It is an easy ascent of 2 hours approx. Up there, we will have time to rest and continue our descent until we reach the campsite, where we can have a spectacular view of high peaks that exceed 6000 masl and a beautiful lagoon (Laguna Carhuacocha at 4300 masl). This place is considered the most beautiful campsite in Huayhuash. It will be the place where we will camp.

Highlight of the Day: The stunning view from Carhuac Pass

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Meals

Moderate Difficulty

12km/7.4 miles Walking Distance

7 - 8 hours Walking Time

4,300 m / 14,107 ft Starting Elevation

4,650 m / 15,255 ft Highest Elevation

Day 03

Laguna Carhucocha - Siula Pass - Huayhuash

After breakfast, we will start walking in the direction of the Siula Lagoon through the Gangrajanca Lagoon, and after the Siula Lagoon, where we begin to walk uphill to the viewpoint of the three lagoons (Tres Lagunas). Here is the place, where you can rest and take pictures of the mountains that are in front of us. At this point, you can marvel at the imposing snowy Yerupaja Grande, the second-highest peak in Peru (6634 masl). This viewpoint is considered the second most beautiful view of the Huayhuash. After enjoying the view, we will continue walking until we reach the Siula pass at 4800 masl. Once there, we will rest for a moment and then begin our descent through the Carnicerococha Lagoon until we reach the Huayhuash campsite, making a journey of 6 to 7 hours in total (16 km).

Highlight of the Day Walking through herds of llamas and Alpacas

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Meals

Challenging Difficulty

16km/9.9miles Walking Distance

6 - 7 hours Walking Time

4,300 m / 14,107 ft Starting Elevation

4,800 m / 15,748 ft Highest Elevation

Day 04

Huayhuash - Trapecio Pass - Cuyucpampa

This day will be one of the most difficult, but not impossible. After the group breakfast, we begin our walk to the viewpoint called Paso Trapecio at 5000 masl. Here is the mountain that bears the same name Trapecio. This viewpoint is considered the fourth most beautiful viewpoint in Huayhuash. From here, you can see the imposing snow-capped peaks and beautiful lagoons. We will have time to photograph and rest. Later, we will continue our walk down a rocky and oily path, reaching the campsite. We will walk 5 to 6 hours (14 km) at the end of the day.

Highlight of the Day : Breathtaking view from the highest pass

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Meals

Challenging Difficulty

14km/8.6miles Walking Distance

5 - 6 hours Walking Time

4,420m / 14,501 ft Starting Elevation

5,000 m / 16,404 ft Highest Elevation

Day 05

Cuyucpampa - Paso Santa Rosa - Huayllapa

As usual, after the group breakfast. We will start walking uphill towards the San Antonio viewpoint at 5000 masl (4hrs). From this point, you can see the entire Huayhuash chain with an impressive panoramic view (valleys, rivers, and lagoon). This place has a stunning view and is considered the most beautiful viewpoint in Huayhuash. After enjoying nature, we continue our trek downhill the road (2 hours) through the Calinca ravine until we reach the town of Huayllapa, making a journey of 18 km and 7 to 8 hours approx. at the end of the day.

Highlight of the Day: Impressive view from the highest pass

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Meals

Challenging Difficulty

18 km/ 11 miles Walking Distance

7 -8 hours Walking Time

4,500 m / 14,763 ft Starting Elevation

5,020 m / 16,510 ft Highest Elevation

Day 06

Huayllapa - Tupush Pass - Gashpapampa

After breakfast, we will start our walk uphill (3hrs) until we reach the Tapush pass at 4800 masl. At this point, we can see Diablo Mudo mountain, which has an altitude of 5223 masl. This mountain is very famous for its easy ice climbing. Here you can see Laguna Susucocha and the Cordillera Blanca in the distance. After a well-deserved rest, we get ready to descend for 3 hours until we reach the campsite (4500 masl). We will walk 14 km and 5 to 6 hours approx. at the end of the day

Highlight of the Day: Spectacular view of snow peaks in the Cordiellera Blanca

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Meals

Moderate - Challenging Difficulty

14 km/ 8.6 miles Walking Distance

5 - 6 hours Walking Time

3,900 m / 12,795 ft Starting Elevation

4,800 m / 15,748 ft Highest Elevation

Day 07

Gashpapampa - Punta LLaucha Pass - Laguna Jahuacocha

As usual, after breakfast, we will start the walk uphill towards Punta Yaucha (3hrs), located at an altitude of 4750 masl, where you can see the mountains of the Huayhuash range on the west side with their enormous peaks. Once up there, we will take time for a rest, and then continue with the tour until we reach the Jahuacocha viewpoint, where you can see the Jahuacocha and Solterococha Lagoons. This viewpoint is considered the third most beautiful view in the Huayhuash mountain range. After enjoying nature, we will descend (2hrs) to our campsite near the lagoon. We will walk 12 km for 4 to 5 hours at the end of the day.

Highlight of the Day Huayhuash Mountain Range

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Meals

Moderate - Challenging Difficulty

12 km/ 7.4 miles Walking Distance

5 - 6 hours Walking Time

4,500 m / 14,763 ft Starting Elevation

4,750 m / 15,583 ft Highest Elevation

Day 08

Laguna Jahuacocha - Pampa Llamac - Huaraz

After the usual breakfast, we will begin our last day of walking uphill towards the town of Pocpa, passing first at an altitude of 4600 masl (2hrs). Then, we will descend and arrive at the small town (2hrs), where our trek ends. Our bus will be waiting to transfer us to Huaraz (3hrs. 30min approx.). We will walk today 12 km and 4 hours approx at the end of the day.

Highlight of the Day Ending the trek after 7 Days in the Mountain

Breakfast and Lunch Meals

Moderate Difficulty

12 km/7.4miles Walking Distance

4 - 5 hours Walking Time

4,050 m / 13,287 ft Starting Elevation

4,050 m / 13,287 ft Highest Elevation

Inclusions

At Vidal Expeditions, we are transparent and provide the specific details of what is included and excluded in our tours. We know this is very important so that you know what exactly to bring and you don’t miss anything. We provide this information to ensure that you have an incredible experience during your Huayhuash Trek 8 Days.

WE INCLUDE

Vidal Expeditions Team Provide

Pre-Orientation

Once you book the tour with us, you will get a notification about the pre-orientation. During this pre-orientation you will meet with your trekking and adventure guide and the tour group in our office
Professional Trekking Guide

All our tour guides have a great reputation in customer service. Our tour guides have graduated with tourism specialization from National University San Antonio Abad of Cusco. They have also studied English in a private language institute. They are patient, responsible, knowledgeable, passion for adventure and proud to have been born in the land of the Incas. We ensure our tour guides provide an excellent experience for you when you explore Huaraz, and the famous Huayhuash Trek.

Transportations

Private Transport

All transportation during your trek is included. We will pick you up and drop you off to your hotel in Huaraz.

Accommodation

Camping

We will provide seven evenings of camping in our sustainable tents, which will be shared with only two people.

Meals

Food

During the Huayhuash Trek we included 7 Breakfast, 7 Lunch and 7 Dinner. We cater to all dietary restrictions. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and others—just let us know your dietary restrictions at the time of your booking. Our team is well-trained to prepare the best food you've ever had with local and organic ingredients.

Water

Water

Vidal Expeditions will provide you with water from the first lunch to the last breakfast. This water will be filtered, boiled, and cooled by our chef. You must bring your own water container, bottle, or camelback that can hold water for hiking for a few hours. We recommend a capacity of 2 liters.

Equipment

Medical First Aid Kit
All tour guides of Vidal Expeditions are very well trained in First aid. They receive training courses every 6 months on how to assist to someone in an emergency. Also, they are trained how to supply a balloon oxygen in the case if someone requires it.
Personal Duffel bag

We included a personal duffle bag for during the 8-day Huayhuash Trek. You will get this duffle bag at Vidal Expeditions office during your pre-departure briefing the night before your trek. This bag will be carried by our horses during the trek. You will find it in your tent every afternoon when you arrive at the campsite. It can be filled with your personal items, sleeping bag, and mattress, but the maximum allowable weight is 7 kg (17 lb). The duffle bag must be returned to our office no later than one day after your trek.

WE NOT INCLUDED

Water bottle

Every customer will need water during the activities. Before each activity we will stop at a shop, where you can purchase water and snacks.
Entrance fee

Hiking the Huayhuash trek need a extra fees for the entrance tickets which is S/ 290 soles and it must to be paid in cash during the check point.
Meals

First breakfast and last lunch are not included during this trek
Flights

Flying to Cusco, Peru can be tricky – delays occur often, and it is not uncommon for flights to be cancelled. Plan to arrive in the city at least two days before your tour start date.
Travel Insurance

We recommend to buy a travel insurance before to leave your country in case something happen during your visit to Peru.
Tips for our team

Tips are not included. Tipping the team is usual on any excursion in Cusco, although we pay good salaries to our entire team, tips are welcome as a token of your appreciation for the team hard work

Recommendations

What to pack for Huayhuash Trek 8 Days

At Vidal Expeditions we focus to make your trip an unforgettable experience and we want to provide all details which you need to know before to leave your country and start your life experience in Peru.

What you need to pack? Important

Passport
Valid, STUDENT CARD (if you booked as a student)
Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru)
Good daypack (the smaller, the better)
Water storage: Water reservoir like Camelback is encouraged - but enough for at least 2-3 liters.
Comfortable hiking boots (lightweight with good soles)

For your duffel bag:

Extra thing that shourld go in your duffel bag.

2-3 wicking t-shirts
2-3 hiking pants
4 sets of undergarments.
1 Fleece
1 Warm, down jacket: gets very cold at night
1 Rain jacket and pants
1 sun hat
1 wool hat
Waterproof gloves
Walking boots
Waterproof jacket/rain poncho

Battery Charger: There is no place to plug in while trekking!
Large plastic bags: to help organize and keep clean from dirty.
INSIDE YOUR DAYPACKS:

Daypacks can be any size for hiking, but we always say the smaller, the better. Inside Machu Picchu, bags larger than 25L will not be allowed in. If it is larger, you will need to store it outside citadel gates. But don´t worry, they have a secure storage facility.

Sun hat
Rain gear
Fleece
Camera
Music (iPhone)
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper and small plastic bag for waste
Extra Money for Souvenirs, Drinks & Tips
Earplugs
Some snacks (Chocolate, fruits, energy bars, etc.)

TOILETRIES:

Sunscreen
Face moisturizer
Bug spray
Hand sanitizer
Wet wipes
Small towel
Toothbrush and paste
Toilet paper
Personal medication
First aid kit: band aids, moleskin, etc.

Faqs

Huayhuash Trek FAQs

Here some frequently asked question about the Huayhuash Trekking tour

OUR BOOKING SYSTEM

At Vidal Expeditions, we try to make the best of us to booking system works as easy as possible for you, once you decided to do the Huayhuash Trek , we will send to you a booking form where you need to complete all the required detail which can’t be changed once it been confirmed, we need a previous deposit of $200USD per person. Once as soon as you paid it we immediately book a spot for the Huayhuash once we have done with it, we will send you your invoice and confirmation that all the booking process has set up satisfactorily.

HUAYHUASH ENTRANCE TICKETS

To hike in Huayhuash you need to pay the entrance fees which is S/290 Peruvian Soles, this must to be payed directly there, you guide will let you know about it.

WHERE TO STAY IN HUARAZ BEFORE THE HUAYHUASH TREK?

Huaraz is a big city enough to find different categories of hotels and hostels from 2 stars to 5 stars also there are Airbnb places where you can stay without any problem. You will meet with your trekking guide a night before thge trip, we will confirm you the exactly time to pick you up.

IS THIS TREK RECOMMENDED FOR KIDS OR FAMILY GROUP?

Yes, families with kids can join this trek without any problem, however a previuos training is essensial also kids who already been above 3,000 meters they can do it wihtout any issue

HOW DIFFICULT IF THE HUAYHUASH TREK 8 DAYS?

This trek is considered as one of the challenging trek in the Andes of Peru, due it reaches 5,000 meters, we highly recommend preparing before going there.

CAN I CHANGE THE ORDER OF THE TOURS?

Yes! You can modify the tour departure according to your preference; however, we always recommend starting with the easiest tour..

WHAT TIME OF THE YEAR IS BEST FOR HUAYHUASH TREK ?

The best time to hike along the Huayhuash trek is during the dry season which usually is from May to October, during thid period the views usually are spectacular.

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AS FAR AS WEATHER?

The weather in Cusco regions and part of the Andes is unpredictable even if the weather forecast says it’s sunny, we can’t trust in it. It is an impossible question for us to answer. Historically April through September is the dry season, November through February is the rainy season and March and October and bridge months - a mixture of both. But the clouds have not followed these rules in the last few years. Prepare for sun and rain no matter when you come. As far as temperatures go, that is consistent throughout the year. Mornings and evenings are always cold. Make sure to bring a fleece jacket for the mornings and a down jacket for the evenings.

WHAT IS THE HIGHEST ELEVATION IN HUAYHUASH TREK 8 DAYS?

The highest elevation that this trek reaches is 5,020 meters (16,480 feet) which is mostly along the day five.

IS THE HUAYHUASH TREK SAFE?

Definitely! This is the most famous trek in the center of Peru, and nowadays the locals and authorities keep safe the entire Huascaran National Park.

CAN I JOIN THE TREK IS I AM SOLO TRAVELER?

Definitely, you can join our trek without any problem if you are traveling solo; just contact us, and we will let you know about the existing groups on the date you are planning to hike.

CAN I HIKE HUAYHUASH TREK WITHOUT A GUIDE?

Yes, you can do it, but as you know, this is a very tough trek in the world, and it is always recommended to hike with a reputable travel company and accompany it with a professional guide to avoid any issues and problems along the route.

WHERE DO I STORE MY LUGGAGE DURING THE 8-DAY HUAYHUASH TREK?

All of your luggage is not needed during the trek and should stay in Huaraz. All the hotels and hostels have a storage or lockers where you can leave your luggage without any charge. Another option is to store with Vidal Expeditions team.

Pricing

From: USD 780.00 Per Person

USD 780 .00

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