Adventure in the Andes
Highlights
- Get to know one of the most incredible and least explored places in Peru
- One of the most beautiful and challenging hikes in the world
- Walk alongside 6,000 m mountains and crystalline turquoise lakes
- A physical and emotional challenge that will make you feel alive and overcome your limits
- The opportunity to immerse yourself in Andean culture
- Incredible nights with the sky full of stars
- Camps with incredible views
- The feeling of accomplishment upon completing this iconic hike, which will leave you with lasting memories and an unmatched sense of accomplishment
- Enjoy your time to the fullest (this adventure is designed to make the most of your time and not waste it on small details)
Get ready for an Adventure in the Andes with the Huayhuash Trek!
On this adventure we will admire enormous snow-capped peaks, explore crystal-clear turquoise lakes, and walk through impressive and unforgettable landscapes.
If you are looking for a physical and emotional challenge, the Adventure in the Andes is the experience you need. Get to know the Andean culture, share with local communities and live unforgettable moments on one of the most impressive hikes in the world. So get ready for an adventure of a lifetime. Are you ready to face it?
¿Qué incluye?
- Trip logistics
- Transportation (All transportation necessary for the Adventure from Lima)
- Food (All foods within the Trek)
- Camping tents and kitchen tents
- Trucutrú and local guides
- Porters, cooks and donkeys
- Satellite phone and medical kit
- Professional and drone photographs and videos
- Support in trip planning (We advise you with everything you need to enjoy your trip to the fullest, from what to bring? How to get there? Support with the purchase of flights and if you want to extend your trip, we also help you with that).
- 50% discount on any local adventure
- The convenience of not having to worry about practically anything
An incredible trip with unforgettable moments
Impact on
Community
We work hand in hand with the communities of the places we visit.
Small Groups
We believe that with small groups it is easier to make friends and enjoy each getaway.
Travel Light
On our getaways you don't have to worry about anything, we take care of everything necessary to help you take the first step.
Sustainable
We are aware that the Earth and its balance are at risk, so we must leave the smallest footprint possible and make use of our voice.
Day 0-1:
Puerto Natales - Torres del Paine
We will arrive in Lima at approximately 5:00 am, from there we will move to the Lima bus station and board a bus bound for Huaraz for a journey of approximately 8 hours. (If you want to spend more time in Lima or make another plan, you can join us at the Lima headquarters or directly in Huaraz, we will help you with the logistics).
After a good rest, we will begin this adventure with an acclimatization walk to Laguna Churup.
Laguna Churup (4,450 msnm)
Day 2:
Day 3:
Very early in the morning we will pick up a transport along with all the camping equipment, food, guide and cook to head south, passing through the typical towns of Recuay and Ticapampa, until we reach Queropalca. (Approx. 7 hrs on the road)
Upon arriving at Queropalca we will lower all the equipment and prepare to begin our first walk on this route in the Huayhuash Mountain Range.
We will walk approximately 3 hours to Laguna Carhuacocha and there we will prepare our first camp.
El Calafate - El Chaltén
Day 4:
Laguna de los Tres
20 km | 8 - 9 hrs
This day is one of the most impressive and beautiful days because we will walk in front of the majestic snow-capped Yerupaja, the highest in this mountain range, along with 3 beautiful lagoons (Ganracocha, Siula and Quesillacocha) and because you will be able to enjoy the panoramic view of many snow-capped mountains. and gaps.
After taking some photos in the lagoon we will continue with a more intense ascent towards the viewpoint and the Siula pass (one of the most incredible views in the world). After enjoying these wonderful places, we will have lunch and return along the same path to our camp where our cook will be waiting with a delicious hot meal.
Day 5:
Carhuacocha - Laguna Mitucocha
22 km | 8 - 10 hrs
After breakfast we will begin to walk next to the lagoon and we will leave the classic path to turn east along an inconspicuous path that goes very close to the snow-capped mountains and allows us to reach the Alcaycocha lagoon and a spectacular viewpoint, after resting and drinking thousands of For photos we will continue towards the high point that has a unique view of the snow-capped mountains such as Hirishanca, Yerupaja, Ninashanca, Rondoy and others.
Day 6:
Laguna Mitucocha - Quartelhuain
After a restful rest and after breakfast we will begin to walk towards the Ninacocha lagoon located at the foot of the snow-capped Hirishanca and Ninashanca, this place offers a wonderful view, after resting in the lagoon and after taking many photos we will continue with the walk this instead downhill and flat to the classic path that goes to the Cacanan pass, then we will have lunch and continue our adventure descending to the Matacancha camp.
Day 7:
Quartelhuain - Paso Rondoy - Jahuacocha
On this day we will ascend to the Huandoy pass, from the pass we will have a panoramic view of the Northeast face of the Huayhuash Mountain Range, the snowy peaks that stand out are: Yerupajá (6634 meters above sea level, the second highest in Peru), Jirishanca, Ninashanca, Rondoy and the Mexico Hill.
Finally we will descend to the Solterococha lagoon and camp in Januacocha.
Day 8:
Jahuacocha - Llamac
On our final day we will cross the last pass of Pampa de Llamac and observe for the last time part of the snow-capped mountains of the Huayhuash Mountain Range, and then head to the town of Llamac.
Next Adventure:
June 14 - 23 2024
Hospedaje
Noche 1 | Puerto Natales
Hotel
Habitación Superior Doble Compartida
01 - 02 Febrero
Noche 2 | El Calafate
Hotel
Habitación doble compartida
02 - 03 Febrero
Noche 3, 4 y 5 | El Chaltén
Hotel
Habitación doble compartida
03 - 06 Febrero
Noche 6 y 7 | Buenos Aires
Hotel
Habitación Compartida
06 - 08 Febrero
What to bring?
- Personal equipment (appropriate clothing, boots, sleeping bags, sunglasses, etc.) We will send you a list with everything you need.
- 40 to 70 liter backpack
- Layer system (fleece, jacket and raincoat)
- Treking poles
- Water bottle and filter
- Sunscreen (skin and lips)
- The best attitude to live one of the best adventures of your life.
What is not included?
- Flights Mexico - Peru
- Meals in Huaraz (all meals and cooks are included while we are on the trek)
- Entry ticket to Huascarán National Park
- Camp entrance
- Tips for guides, porters and cooks
- Clothing and personal equipment