Classic Huayhuash Trek

Name: Classic Huayhuash Trek
Brand: EXPE PERU
SKU: 30007
Availability: InStock

$ 1,634.00

Widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest trekking adventures, the Classic Huayhuash Trek circles the spectacular Cordillera Huayhuash, a remote mountain range in the Peruvian Andes. The route traverses pristine alpine valleys, turquoise glacial lakes, high mountain passes, and natural hot springs, offering breathtaking views of some of Peru’s highest and most iconic peaks, including Yerupajá, Siula Grande, Jirishanca, Rondoy, and Rasac.

The trek crosses several passes above 4,600 meters, with the highest reaching over 5,000 meters, making it a challenging but incredibly rewarding experience. Along the way, trekkers camp beside crystal-clear lakes, visit the famous Siula Grande Base Camp—known from Joe Simpson’s «Touching the Void»—and experience the untouched beauty and wilderness that have made the Huayhuash Circuit one of the finest trekking routes on Earth. Proper acclimatization and good physical fitness are essential for completing this unforgettable journey.

Difficulty	Moderate
Days of Excursion	9 days
Min. group size	2 people
Max. group size	16 people

Group size

Quantity	Price	Discount
3-5	$ 1,470.60	10%
6-8	$ 1,388.90	15%
9+	$ 1,307.20	20%

99999 in stock

SKU: 30007 Category: Classic Alternative Treks

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Itinerary

Day 1: Marcará (2,750 m) – Bus to Chiquián (3,500 m) – Matacancha (4,300 m)

Bus transfer to Chiquián, with views of the first peaks of the Yerupajá massif. We descend into the Quisipata Valley and then ascend along the Llamac River Valley. We pass through the village of Pocpa and arrive at Cuartelhuain, where we will set up camp.

Day 2: Trek Matacancha (4,300 m) – Cacanampunta Pass (4,690 m) – Mitucocha Lake (4,100 m)

A slightly rugged ascent takes us to the eastern side of the Huayhuash mountain range. We begin the descent and then make a short climb over a hill, where we will enjoy views of Jirishanca. We then descend to Mitucocha Lake, with spectacular views of the lake and Jirishanca. Camp overnight.

Day 3: Mitucocha Lake (4,100 m) – Carhuac Punta Pass (4,600 m) – Carhuacocha Lake (4,100 m)

We head towards Carhuac Pass (4,600 m) along a well-marked trail. The views become increasingly spectacular, with panoramic vistas of Yerupajá, Jirishanca, and Rondoy, featuring their dramatic hanging glaciers. Camp overnight.

Day 4: Carhuacocha Lake – Siulá Pass (4,850 m) – Huayhuash (4,400 m)

Beautiful traverse beneath the Siulá Grande wall, with stunning lakes and falling seracs along the way. A unique and unforgettable landscape. From the pass, we enjoy views of a new mountain range, including Carnicero, Trapecio, and Jurao, before descending to Huayhuash. Camp overnight.

Day 5: Huayhuash (4,400 m / 4,300 m) – Trapecio Pass (5,000 m) – Yanapampa (4,500 m)

We leave the campsite heading towards Trapecio Mountain, reaching our first 5,000 m pass, Trapecio Pass, which connects the Huánuco and Lima regions. We feel the altitude, but we are well acclimatized. The peaks of Cuyoc and Pumarinri dominate the landscape. We descend into the Huanacpatay Valley, surrounded by turquoise lakes and basalt towers, before reaching the Yanapampa campsite at 4,500 m.

Day 6: Cutatambo (4,200 m) – Santa Rosa Pass (5,050 m) – Huayllapa (3,500 m)

We ascend to Santa Rosa Pass along a trail of limestone rocks. From the pass, the panoramic views of the Huayhuash peaks are breathtaking, including Yerupajá, Siulá Grande, Sarapo, Rasac, and the Rosario range. We continue towards the turquoise waters of Jurau Lake, followed by a long descent to Huayllapa (3,500 m), one of the most traditional villages in the Huayhuash mountain range.

Day 7: Huayllapa (3,500 m) – Tapush Pass (4,750 m) – Gashpapampa (4,550 m)

We begin the ascent towards the Huatiac campsite along a well-marked trail frequently used by local shepherds and farmers with their livestock. We continue gradually towards Tapush Pass, from where we can see the western face of Diablo Mudo (5,220 m), a popular peak for climbing due to the accessibility of the terrain. We then descend to Gashpapampa, where we will set up camp.

Day 8: Gashpapampa (4,550 m) – Yaucha Pass (4,850 m) – Jahuacocha (4,050 m)

We ascend towards Yaucha Pass, where one final spectacular panorama of the Yerupajá massif awaits us. From here, we can admire the snow-capped peaks from their entire western face, including the needles of Jirishanca, meaning “hummingbird peak,” followed by Yerupajá with its 1,200 m-high wall and the cornices of Rasac. We then descend to Jahuacocha.

Day 9: Jahuacocha Lake (4,050 m) – Llamacpampa (4,300 m) – Llamac (3,300 m) – Bus to Huaraz – Marcará.

A final traverse along the mountainside takes us to Llamacpampa, where we say a final farewell to these magnificent mountains. We then descend to the village of Llamac, where our transportation will be waiting to take us to Huaraz.

Summary Itinerary

Day 1: Marcará (2,750 m) – Bus to Chiquián (3,500 m) – Matacancha (4,300 m)
Day 2: Matacancha (4,300 m) – Cacanampunta Pass (4,690 m) – Mitucocha Lake (4,100 m)
Day 3: Mitucocha Lake (4,100 m) – Carhuac Punta Pass (4,600 m) – Carhuacocha Lake (4,100 m)
Day 4: Carhuacocha Lake – Siulá Pass (4,850 m) – Huayhuash (4,400 m)
Day 5: Huayhuash (4,400 m / 4,300 m) – Trapecio Pass (5,000 m) – Yanapampa (4,500 m)
Day 6: Cutatambo (4,200 m) – Santa Rosa Pass (5,050 m) – Huayllapa (3,500 m)
Day 7: Huayllapa (3,500 m) – Tapush Pass (4,750 m) – Gashpapampa (4,550 m)
Day 8: Gashpapampa (4,550 m) – Yaucha Pass (4,850 m) – Jahuacocha (4,050 m)
Day 9: Jahuacocha Lake (4,050 m) – Llamacpampa (4,300 m) – Llamac (3,300 m) – Bus to Huaraz – Marcará

INCLUDED

2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Huaraz with breakfast
Huascarán National Park entrance fee
Trekking guide in Spanish / English / French
Two-person, 3-season tents
Foam sleeping mats
Mountain cook and all cooking equipment
3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), afternoon tea, and trail snacks
Horses/donkeys for transporting group equipment and clients’ luggage
Saddled horse for emergencies
Dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, folding chairs, and tables
Complete trekking cooking equipment
Private transportation to the trailhead and back

NOT INCLUDED

2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Lima (IN/OUT)
Airport – hotel transfers (IN/OUT) – hotel – bus station transfers (IN/OUT)
Round-trip bus tickets Lima – Huaraz
Flight arrival in Lima, Peru
Breakfast on Day 1
Lunch and dinner on the last day
Personal trekking equipment
Tips for the support staff

Shipping & Delivery

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