Trekking Haute Route Huantsan
$ 2,765.00
The Trekking to the Huantsan Haute Route (Alpine Trek around the 6,395 m Huantsán Mountain) is a visionary new itinerary that revives the spirit of expedition through the remote sectors of the Cordillera Blanca. This mythical peak—one of the least climbed in the range since the pioneering ascent by Lionel Terray in the 1950s—offers a truly unique adventure.
The route begins in the south, from the Rurec Valley, crossing deep valleys such as Shallap and Rajucolta beneath Huantsán’s hanging glaciers. Along the way, we are surrounded by dramatic peaks like Shaqsha, the Cashan range, and Uruashraju, which beckon to climbers.
This adventurous journey is complemented by ascents of Vallunaraju, which towers over the Huaraz Valley, as well as the Ishinca and Urus peaks. A stunning blend of valleys, glaciers, towering walls, and turquoise lagoons awaits.
| Difficulty |
Moderate |
|---|---|
| Days of Excursion |
11 days |
| Min. group size |
3 people |
| Max. group size |
3 people |
| Quantity | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | $ 2,488.50 | 10% |
| 6-8 | $ 2,350.25 | 15% |
| 9+ | $ 2,212.00 | 20% |
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Itinerary
In the morning arrive in Huaraz and transfer by our team to the hotel in Carhuaz. Check into the hotel, breakfast. Day off.
Not Included : hotel, with breakfast Free Meals.
We leave Carhuaz at 8:30 a.m., then from the Ulta pampa we ascend along a well-marked path to the Huallcacocha lagoon 4355 m. We pass in the middle of a forest of quenuales. Some zig zags anticipate the arrival at the dam built in the 80s to contain the waters. We continue along the southern crest of the lagoon, already looking for a path through the vegetation to have the best views. From the lagoon you can see the snow-capped Chopicalqui 6350 m, Huascarán 6768 m with their south faces. To the east is the immense glacier of Cancaracá 5500 m and the fascinating Ulta 5875 m so always vertical. Lunch and return to Ulta by the same path.
3H ascent+455m/ 1H30 descent-455m Approximate.
5 km approx.
Included : Lunch
Not Included : hotel, with breakfast, diner.
Transfer in vehicle towards Paltay and then we go up to Pashpa 1h, approximate. From the pampa of Pashpa with the panorama of a group of mountains of 6000m. Type the snowy Chopicalqui 6350 m, Huascaran 6768 m north and south, then the Hualcan massif with 6121m, Cup 6180 m, Paccharuri 5800 m, the chain of the Urus with crests that exceed 5500 m. To the south dominates the landscape the Ocshapalca 5800 m and the Vallunaraju. The trail starts gradually in address to the Ishinca valley, after an hour we take the way for the valley of Uruscocha. Some scattered forests of quenuales (Polylepis) and a last pending us leads to the first Uruscocha lagoon. Return by the same path to the vehicle and to the valley
3 H ascent+700m/ 1H30 descent-700m Approximate.
10 km
Included : Lunch
Not Included : hotel, with breakfast, diner
A long descent from the Shallap camp, following the course of the river.
We then climb slightly along a trail that leads us to the Quilkayhuanca Valley, and from there head toward Pitec at 3850 m.
We cross a flat plain that takes us to the lower basin of the Cojup Valley, followed by a gentle ascent along a trail that leads to Cachipampa Alto.
Noche en LODGE.
14 km
Heading east, the stage begins after enjoying the comfort of the lodge with hot showers and soft beds.
We cross ancient moraines in the Llaca Valley and arrive at the entrance of the valley, where we register at Huascarán National Park.
We continue through the valley beneath towering granite walls, with the dominant view of Ranrapalca (6180 m).
We reach the Llaca Refuge and settle in. Before dinner, we prepare the mountain gear for the upcoming ascent of Vallunaraju.
6 hours | +730 m / -0 m
Night at the refuge
11 km
At 7:00 a.m., we depart toward the slopes of Vallunaraju, tackling the most significant elevation gain of the entire trek.
Our team of porters takes the normal route through the Llaca Valley and we meet up with them later in the afternoon.
We set up tents for the night and prepare equipment for the early morning ascent.
We continue ascending with views of the city of Huaraz and the snow-capped peaks to the south of the Cordillera.
We approach the moraine of Vallunaraju and pass the Moraine Camp.
The glacier begins with gentler slopes.
In the final section of the glacier, crevasses must be carefully avoided to reach the ridge leading to the summit.
We then return to Moraine Camp, where our team of porters has the camp already prepared.
7 h + m/-1 m
Night in tents
We then descend briefly to continue along the southwestern moraine of Vallunaraju, already enjoying views of Huaraz.
We reach Zorro Pass and take in the panoramic views of Vallunaraju, Huaraz, the Callejón de Huaylas, and of course, the Mullaca and Carhuac lakes.
We camp in the lower Mullaca Valley.
7 hours | +500 m / -1086 m
Night in tents
We descend the Mullaca Lake valley down to 4200 m, then head northeast across a plain toward the Janya Lakes, with views of Mount Copa, Huascarán, and the Urus mountain range.
We ascend along an old but well-marked trail until we reach the Janya Lakes, where we set up camp.
5 hours | +300 m / -400 m
Night in tents
5H +300 m/ – 400 m
Noche en Carpa.
The most scenic section of the trek has arrived. We leave camp early and head toward Ocshapalca Pass at 4900 m, where we admire its sharp ridges and the challenging Ranrapalca glacier.
To the north, we are accompanied by views of Urus, Copa, and the distant Huascarán.
From the pass, Tocllaraju and Ranrapalca dominate the valley.
We descend into the valley and follow an easy trail to Ishinca Base Camp.
7 hours | +600 m / -700 m
Night in tents
From the base camp, we cross the river and follow a zigzagging trail that ascends toward a plateau.
The slope becomes gentler until we reach the final channel of Ishinca Lake.
We begin the ascent on the north glacier, crossing a small col with minor crevasses.
About 100 meters before the summit, we face a steep 45-degree slope.
The summit offers a rewarding view.
We descend via the southwest glacier alongside Ranrapalca, returning to the refuge.
7 hours | +1185 m / -1185 m
Night in tents
We descend the Mullaca Lagoon valley to 4,200 m and head northeast toward the Janya Lagoons across a plain with views of the Copa Mountains, Huascarán, and the Urus Mountain range. We ascend along an old but marked trail to the Janya Lagoons, where we set up camp.
5H +300 m/ – 400 m
Night in Tent. 8 km
From the refuge you cross the river finding the zigzag path that ascends towards a plain. The slope is gentler until the final channel of the Ishinca lagoon. It begins by the north glacier up to a small col with small cracks. Before the summit about 100 m of steep slope 45 degrees. Nice view from the summit. Return through the southwest glacier next to Ranrapalaca, refuge descent.
9H +1200 m/ – 650 m
Night in refuge.
15 km
- Day 1: Arrival in Lima
- Day 2: Huaraz
- Day 3: Acclimatization – Mountain Bike Ride in the Valley or Trek to Lake Urus
- Day 4: Acclimatization – Shonquil Pampa (3,600 m) – Lake 513
- Day 5: Huaraz (3,100 m) – Huaypán (3,500 m) – Huascarán Base Camp (4,700 m)
- Day 6: Huascarán Base Camp (4,700 m) – Huascarán National Park Checkpoint (3,500 m) – Optional Bus Transfer to Yuraccorral (3,850 m)
- Day 7: Yuraccorral (3,870 m) – Peru Base Camp (4,667 m)
- Day 8: Peru Base Camp (4,667 m) – Condores Pass (4,950 m) – Broggi (4,500 m)
- Day 9: Broggi (4,500 m) – Huaripampa Lodge (3,700 m)
- Day 10: Huaripampa Lodge (3,700 m) – Chalhua (3,500 m) – Contrahierbas Base Camp (4,100 m)
- Day 11: Contrahierbas Base Camp (4,100 m) – Viewpoint (4,550 m) – Yanayacu (4,860 m) – Ulta (3,900 m)
- Day 12: Viewpoint (4,550 m) – Yanayacu (4,860 m) – Ulta (3,900 m)
- Day 13: Ulta (3,900 m) – Huallcacocha Lake (4,300 m) – Chequiaraju Pass (5,080 m) – Chequiaraju Moraine Camp (4,900 m)
- Day 14: Chequiaraju Moraine Camp (4,900 m) – Chequiaraju Summit (5,260 m) – Auquiscocha Lake (4,310 m) – Carhuaz – Huaraz
- Mountain Guide – 11 days.
- Transportation, logistics, and park control in Olleros.
- 1 night at Domes Camp in Cachipampa
- Alto, Huaripampa – including lodging,
- breakfast, and dinner
- Full meals for 10 days
- Pack animals and muleteers for
- Olleros, Janya, and Ishinca
- Private transport to Vallunaraju base
- Cook for 10 days
- Porters for the Rurec to Cachipampa
- Alto and Vallunaraju Janya traverse
- Entry tickets to Huascarán National Park
- Transport from Honcopampa to Huaraz
- Acclimatization days
- Bus from Lima to Huaraz
- Hotels in Huaraz
- Bus from Huaraz to Lima
- Tips
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