Trek to Contrahierbas Refuge
$ 240.00
Contrahierbas Refuge is a mountain lodge located on the slopes of Mount Cajavilca, part of the Contrahierbas massif at 4,100 meters above sea level, on the border of Huascarán National Park, in the Áncash region of Peru. It has a capacity of 70 beds and serves as a starting point for climbing Cajavilca peak and visiting pre-Columbian ruins. It is one of five refuges built by Peruvian and Italian volunteers of the Operación Mato Grosso, as part of the Don Bosco in the Andes program led by Italian priest Ugo de Censi. Its construction combined architectural techniques from Alpine refuges with the pre-Columbian Huanca Pachilla method, which consists of inserting small stones into the cracks of walls.
| Difficulty |
Easy |
|---|---|
| Days of Excursion |
2 days |
| Min. group size |
2 people |
| Max. group size |
16 people |
| Quantity | Price | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | $ 216.00 | 10% |
| 6-8 | $ 204.00 | 15% |
| 9+ | $ 192.00 | 20% |
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Itinerary
We depart at 5:00 a.m. toward the Ulta Valley in private transport. We ascend to Punta Olímpica Pass at 4,767 m, with impressive views of Huascarán (6,768 m East) and Chopicalqui (6,350 m). This is the highest point of the journey, where we begin descending along the Marañón watershed. Arrival in Chacas (3,400 m). Continental breakfast included and a visit to the colonial altarpiece.
We continue the trip to Acochaca and begin the ascent to Tapush Pass (4,000 m), where we’re rewarded with a spectacular view of Chacraraju and, weather permitting, Alpamayo.
From this point, we leave the vehicle and begin a hike of approximately 2 hours. A welcome tea awaits us at the refuge, followed by time to settle in. After a rest, we visit the replica of the Quisuar archaeological site, part of the ancient Conchucos culture. Dinner at the refuge.
Early in the morning, we head to Tararhua Lake at 4480 m to begin the ascent along the left flank toward the West Rurec Peak at 5300 m.
We start a progressive climb with views of the Uruashraju, Rurec, and the mythical Huantsán (6395 m) on its southwest side.
From Rurec Pass, we admire the steep slopes of Huantsán and its hanging glaciers overlooking Rajucolta Lake.
We descend over morainic terrain and set up camp.
7 hours | +660 m / -900 m
Night in tents
9.5 km
- Day 1: Carhuaz (2,650 m) (Huaraz) – Chacas (3,400 m) – Pupash (4,000 m) – Trek to Contrahierbas Refuge (4,100 m)
- Day 2: Contrahierbas Refuge (4,100 m) – Chalhua (3,400 m) – Carhuaz
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Private bus transportation from Carhuaz to Chacas – Pupash (outbound)
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Private return transport from Yanama – Chalhua to Carhuaz
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1 night in mountain refuge with bedding included
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1 dinner + 1 breakfast
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2 lunch-type snacks (Day 1 and Day 2)
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled water, and any other drinks consumed at the mountain refuge.
- Personal snacks, such as energy bars, nuts, dried fruit, chocolate, cheese, or other items you wish to bring for the trek.
- Entrance fee to Huascarán National Park (payable locally, if applicable).
- Peruvian Value Added Tax (VAT / IGV), when applicable.
- International and domestic airfare.
- Travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended).
- Personal trekking equipment not specified in the "What's Included" section.
- Personal expenses, including laundry, phone calls, souvenirs, and other incidental costs.
- Tips and gratuities for the mountain guide, cook, muleteers, drivers, and support staff (optional but appreciated).
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