Nestled in the white-peaked Cordillera Blanca range in the Andes, the classic 4-day Santa Cruz backpacking trip may be one of the most beautiful treks in the world.
ITINERARY During the 4 days you will walk in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca enjoying a beautiful view of the Andean landscapes, passing through ancient Inca trails surrounded by quenuales forests and exotic high Andean flora; as well as rivers with crystalline waters, lagoons and the impressive view that the “Punta Unión” pass offers us of the snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Blanca.
Duration: 4 days Distance: 42 km. Highest point: 4,750 m (Punta Union Pass) Difficulty: moder...
Highlights
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Camping equipment: Good quality mountain tents (2 people per tent), mats, dining tent, kitchen tent, tables, chairs, dishes and kitchen utensils.
Transportation from your hotel in Huaraz to the starting point of the trek
Transportation from the end of the trek to your hotel in Huaraz
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Arriero: In charge of loading the donkeys and driving them.
Donkeys: The number of donkeys depends on the size of the group. You can carry up to 8 kg.
Guide: Certified walking guide
General first aid kit.
Entrance into the Cordillera Huayhuash (S/. 70).
Sleeping bag (rental possible)
Snacks / personal water
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 01: Huaraz - Cashapampa - Llamacorral (3750m)
2 Stops
1
Callejon de Huaylas
Departure 7:00am in private vehicle, we will move to the Valley from the Callejón de Huaylas passing through the provinces of Tarica, Marcara, Carhuaz, Yungay and Caraz (2290m.) (3 hours approx.),
3 hours
2
Cordillera Huayhuash
We will begin our walk through a valley flanked by walls of rock covered by unique vegetation, with a warm climate.
As you ascend through the valley it widens showing us the incredible mountainous landscape with unique species of flora and fauna, to reach the Llamacorral camp (3760m.), where we will spend the night.
Huaraz: Santa Cruz Trek 4 Days in Huayhuash Valley
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***One of the best hikes in the world***
Nestled in the white-peaked Cordillera Blanca range in the Andes, the classic 4-day Santa Cruz backpacking trip may be one of the most beautiful treks in the world.
ITINERARY During the 4 days you will walk in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca enjoying a beautiful view of the Andean landscapes, passing through ancient Inca trails surrounded by quenuales forests and exotic high Andean flora; as well as rivers with crystalline waters, lagoons and the impressive view that the “Punta Unión” pass offers us of the snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Blanca.
Duration: 4 days Distance: 42 km. Highest point: 4,750 m (Punta Union Pass) Difficulty: moder...
Highlights
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
4 days
Offered in English & Spanish
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Camping equipment: Good quality mountain tents (2 people per tent), mats, dining tent, kitchen tent, tables, chairs, dishes and kitchen utensils.
Transportation from your hotel in Huaraz to the starting point of the trek
Transportation from the end of the trek to your hotel in Huaraz
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Arriero: In charge of loading the donkeys and driving them.
Donkeys: The number of donkeys depends on the size of the group. You can carry up to 8 kg.
