Today we will start with a visit to the village of Llupa before arriving to Pitec, where we will begin our days’ hike. We will experience the typical vegetation of the Andes and have great views of Huamashraju, Cashan, and Urhuash Raju. During the journey we will be able to see the thaw of the mountains that form waterfalls and rivers. After approximately 3 hours of hiking, we will arrive at Churup Lake, 4,450m/ 14,600 feet, where we will have a break for lunch. After some time spent enjoying the views, we will return to the bus to go back to Huaraz. This hike will give our bodies the opportunity to continue the process of acclimatization and adaptation to the altitude. Return to the Hotel for the night.

It is time to leave Huaraz. This day we will start with the private transfer from Huaraz City to Llamac, on the way we will pass through the Recuay Town, Catac, from where we will see the mountains of the southern Cordillera Blanca, Caullaraju 5,686m/ 18,582 feet and Tuco 5,464m/ 17,926 feet. We will pass the Conococha Lagoon and from there we will turn off the road to arrive at Chiquian City, 3,374m/ 11,069 feet, the gateway of the mountain range.

From here, we will start to descend to Quero River and cross Ainin River, before arriving at Llamac village, with an altitude of 3,250m/ 10,662 feet above sea level. These villages are very important for the local people as agriculture and livestock are key to survival. We arrive in Llamac Village, where we will spend our first night in a tent. The journey today will take approximately 5 hours in a private bus.

Today we meet the muleteers and donkeys, to officially start the Huayhuash Trek. From Llámac, the trail continues up the valley to the small Pocpa Village and crosses the river three times before reaching the entrance to the Quedrada Rondoy. This takes us to the upper meadows, providing glimpses of the massive Nevado Rondoy, 5,879m/ 19,288 feet. Tonight, we will camp surrounded by stunning mountain views.

After breakfast, we begin today’s trek with a series of switchbacks, leading towards our first major pass; Cacananpunta (4,750m/ 15,584 ft). Here we cross the continental divide, where the waters flow into both the Amazon and the Atlantic. We then descend into a wide grassy valley where we can appreciate the peaks of Jirishanca Grande (6,049m), Jirishanca Chico (5,445m), and Rondoy (5,879m). Tonight, we will spend camping close to Mitucocha Lake.

Today, the route starts trekking up a small valley, on the south side, to the Carhuac Pass at 4,650m/ 15,255 feet. From here, there are imposing views of Nevado Yerupajá 6,634m/ 21,762 feet and Yerupajá Chico 6,121m/ 20,082 feet. On the descent, we can see Lake Carhuacocha, hundreds of feet below. We will camp below the lake today, with spectacular panoramic views.

Today will be a free day to explore the area, perhaps do some fishing or just relax and enjoy this magnificent place. You will have magical views of Siula Peak 6,356m/ 20,853 feet. We have seen some of the best sunsets in this camp site.

Today, we make the ascent to Punta Carnicero 4,670m/15,321 feet, passing the twin lakes of Atogshaico, with extensive views of Siula 6,356m/ 20,853 feet, Carnicero 5,960m/ 19,553 feet, and Jurau 5,674m/ 18,615 feet. Descending between the lakes of Chocopata Kocha and Huaraco Kocha to our campsite near the small settlement of Huayhuash.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The alternative route with the spectacular mountain views, and the steep path to the Siula Pass 4,850m/ 15,912 feet might be taken today. On the way, we will pass three beautiful lakes: Garangacocha, Siulacocha, and Quesillococha. We can also see the snow-capped peaks of Jirishanca Chico, Toro, Yerupaja Grande, Siula, and Carnicero. Arriving at the Siula Pass at 4,850m/ 15,912 feet, you will have panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains Jurau, Quesillo, Trapecio, Puscanturpas, Millpo, and the Raura Mountain Range. Descent by the right margin of the Carnicero Lake.

Today, we make the ascent to the pass Portachuelo de Huayhuash 4,760m/ 15,616 feet, with extensive views of Carnicero, Cordillera Raura, and Trapesio 5,640m/ 17,504 feet. Further on we can see the ice domes Puscanturpa 5,442m/ 17,854 feet, as we head towards the Viconga Lagoon, where we will pass the control for this part of the circuit. Then, we will continue descending until we reach our campsite, where we can have some drinks, and finally a hot shower or just swim in a natural Hot-Springs pool.

Today is possibly the most difficult day of our trek, starting with the ascent of Punta Cuyoc 5,000m/ 16,404 feet, then descending the steep and slippery trail to the Quedrada Guanacpatay River. You will be rewarded however with the best views of the Cordillera Huayhuash, Sarapo 6,157m/ 20,200 feet and Caramarca 5,558m/ 18,235 feet.
The alternative route today is for trekkers who are feeling very strong and well acclimatized. The alternate will bring you to the San Antonio Pass, ascending this day to the highest pass of the trekking Cerro San Antonio 5,020m/ 16,469 feet, from where we will appreciate mountains and lagoons. From here we can see the Siula Grande Glacier, where the movie touching the void was filmed. Then we will descend to the camp.

A long but beautiful day walking, we will descend to the Huayllapa River, just below the impressive waterfalls of the Quebrada Guanacpatay, and continue to the Huayllapa Village. From here, we climb through farmland and meadows to our campsite at Huntiac, with views of Nevado Auxilio (5,447m/ 17,870 ft), and Nevado Tsacra (5548m.18202ft) en route.

Today, the trail is gradual at first and soon becomes more clearly defined as it climbs steeply to the pass of Punta Tapush 4,800m/ 15,748 feet. From here we can see the snow-capped Diablo Mundo 5,350m/ 17,552 feet. We then descend through a wide valley to Susucocha Lake and our campsite, with a magnificent panorama of snow-capped peaks. From afar, we can see a part of Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Huallanca. Here we have the snowy Diablo Mudo, whose real name is Nevado Rajucollota, and is considered the most ascended snowy mountain of the Huayhuash range.

We start ascending through a valley to the east, then cross the Yaucha Pass 4,850m/ 15,951 feet and descend to the valley of the Achin River. Alternative route to the viewpoint of Huacrish Hill can also be taken, and from this point, you can see the impressive view of the snow-capped mountains Rasac, Yerupaja, el Toro, Jirishanca, Ninashanca, and Rondoy. Tonight, we will be camping just below the lagoon Jahuacocha 4,066m/ 13,340 feet, under the glacier of Yerupaja 6,634m/ 21,765 feet, and the peaks of Jirishanca 6,094m/ 19,993 feet, Rasac 6,017m/ 19,741 feet, and Rondoy 6,870m/ 22,539 feet. There is also an optional short side trip to get excellent views of the Cordillera Huayhuash, and the most important peaks of this area.

We start by climbing up the ridge to a rocky section (not steep), which takes us to our last pass, Cruz Punta, at 4,400m/ 14,435 feet. We then descend to the village of Llamac, where we will finish our trek back where it started! From here, we will get on our private bus and descend by the same route we used to approach Huayhuash. We say goodbye to our muleteers and porters. Tonight, will be spent in a hotel in Huaraz!

After breakfast, there will be a private transfer back to Lima and you will have another night at our 4-star hotel.

You can head out and explore the city of Lima. We will take you back to the airport for your scheduled flight home.