Description
The circuit around the little known Huayhuash mountain range is considered the most spectacular in the Andes and one of the most beautiful treks in the world. It is not an easy trek, as you cross high altitude passes, but your effort is rewarded with views of turquoise glacial lakes, impressive snow-capped peaks, forests rich in wildlife and large waterfalls. . Read more
The extension of this mountain range is about 30 kilometers, with six summits that exceed 6,000 meters, in addition to fifteen others that exceed 5,400 meters. Its most important peak is the Yerupajá which, at 6,634 m, is the second highest mountain in Peru.
We will start our trekking in the small city of Huaraz, where you can breathe mountain atmosphere in every corner. We will make a first acclimatization trek to Laguna Churup (4,600 m) and begin the circuit, advancing between different local villages, taking advantage of the opportunity to get closer to the way of life of the local people. The highest point will be reached at the summit of Diablo Mudo, a mountain that we will climb once acclimatized, and that will give us splendid panoramic views from its 5,223 m of altitude.
In addition to an expert local guide, we will be accompanied by porters who will help us with the heavy load, so that we can relax during the hike and simply enjoy the scenery.
Group outings
- 30 April 2025
Confirmed group departure
Private outings
Private departures on any date
Route
Día 1 Vuelo a Lima (Perú)
Día 2 Lima – Huaraz (3.100 m)
Día 3 Laguna Churup (4.600 m)
Día 4 Huaraz - Chiquian - Llamac (3.300 m)
Día 5 Llamac - Matacancha (4.150 m)
Día 6 Matacancha - Paso Cacanan (4.700 m) - Mitucocha (4.220 m)
Día 7 Mitucocha - Paso Carhuac (4.650 m) - Carhuacocha (4.150 m)
Día 8 Carhuacocha - Paso del Carnicero (4.600 m) - Huayhuash (4.100 m)
Día 9 Huayhuash - Paso Portachuelo (4.750 m) - Laguna Viconga (4.480 m)
Día 10 Laguna Viconga - Paso Cuyoc (5.000 m) - Guanacpatay (4.330 m)
Día 11 Guanacpatay – Huatiac (4.300 m)
Día 12 Huatiac - Paso Tapush (4.750 m) - Gashgapampa (4.500 m)
Día 13 Gashgapampa - Diablo Mudo (5.223 m) - Jahuacocha (4.050 m)
Día 14 Jahuacocha
Día 15 Jahuacocha - Llamac - Huaraz
Día 16 Huaraz - Lima
Día 17 Vuelo Lima - España
Lima
Huaraz
Churup Lagoon
Llamac
Mitucocha
Carhuac Pass
Carhuacocha
Huayhuash
Viconga Lagoon
Diablo Mudo
Jahuacocha
- Day 1
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
- Day 8
- Day 9
- Day 10
- Day 11
- Day 12
- Day 13
- Day 14
- Day 15
- Day 16
- Day 17
Itinerary
Day 1 – Madrid – Lima (Peru)
Departure by scheduled flight to Lima. Arrival at Lima airport, reception and transfer to the hotel.
Free day and lodging.
Day 2 – Lima – Huaraz (3,100 m)
Transfer by bus to the city of Huaraz, located about 8 hours away. As we approach this mountain town we will gradually gain altitude, until we reach 3,100 meters.
Arrival in Huaraz and transfer to the hotel. Lodging.
NOTE: possibility of going to Huaraz by flight. Consult
Day 3 – Churup Lagoon (4,600 m)
Today we will make an acclimatization trek to Laguna Churup, located at 4,600 meters. The difficulty is low, although we may notice the effects of the altitude. Afterwards we will return to Huaraz.
Lodging.
Day 4 – Huaraz – Chiquian – Llamac (3,300 m)
After breakfast at the hotel we will transfer to Chiquian, in the south (3,100 m). We will continue our trip passing through the villages of Recuay (3,400 m), Ticapampa (3,470 m) and Catac (3,540 m), appreciating its peculiar flora and fauna. Finally we will arrive at the village of Llamac (3,300 m) where we will spend the night.
Lodging.
Day 5 – Llamac – Matacancha (4,150 m)
After breakfast, we will start the hike, which will last about 5 hours.
We will first reach the village of Pocpa (3,450 m) and continue to Pallca, appreciating beautiful landscapes. We will set up camp in Matacancha at 4,100 m.
Day 6 – Matacancha – Paso Cacanan (4,700 m) – Mitucocha (4,220 m)
We will begin our journey ascending for about 4 hours. We will reach the so-called Cacananpunta (4,750 m), where we will be able to feel the breeze as we move slowly. Here we will be able to admire landscapes of incredible natural beauty, crowned by the beautiful peaks that surround it. The pass is a watershed that flows through the rivers to the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean.
Later we will head to the camp, located at the foot of the peaks Jirishanca Chico and Grande, Rondoy and Ninashanca Peak.
Day 7 – Mitucocha – Carhuac Pass (4,650 m) – Carhuacocha (4,150 m)
The hike will take us to the Carhuac pass (4,650 m), after passing Siula, Yerupajá and Yerupajá Chico peaks. Later, we will descend to the place where we will sleep, which is located on the shores of the Carhuacocha lagoon, a place famous for its excellent conditions for fishing.
Day 8 – Carhuacocha – Paso del Carnicero (4,600 m) – Huayhuash (4,100 m)
Today we have a long day ahead of us with about 7 hours of hiking. We will ascend the narrow Carnicero pass (4,600 m), from where we can contemplate the beauty of three lakes, and the imposing peaks of Carnicero, Siula and Yerupajá. We will take the Carnicero ravine to reach the Huayhuash camp. In this place there are some huts made of straw, where the locals live.
Day 9 – Huayhuash – Portachuelo Pass (4,750 m) – Viconga Lagoon (4,480 m)
After 3 hours of smooth road, through a stretch with a slight slope, we will arrive at the pass called Portachuelo de Huayash (4,750 m), from where we will observe the majestic elevation of the peaks of the Raura mountain range. Descending, we will visit seasonal cattle and sheep ranches. We will cross the Viconga pass in the direction of the camp, where there are hot springs.
Day 10 – Laguna Viconga – Paso Cuyoc (5,000 m) – Guanacpatay (4,330 m)
Today we will ascend for about 5 hours until we reach the Cuyuc pass (5,000 m). We should not worry about the altitude of this place since at this point we will already be quite accustomed to the altitude. Later we will begin the descent. We will pass by the Huayllapa river, where we will be able to contemplate the fauna and flora of the place, and we will follow the river until we reach the camp, located in Guanacpatay at 4,330 meters.
Day 11 – Guanacpatay – Huatiac (4,300 m)
We will begin our journey with a gentle descent through the Calinca valley, to reach the 8 waterfalls, where we will contemplate a thick vegetation of shrubs and flowers. We will continue the journey until we reach the town of Huayllapa, from where we will begin the ascent.
Day 12 – Huatiac – Tapush Pass (4,750 m) – Gashgapampa (4,500 m)
After breakfast, we will start our trek. We will walk for 3 hours to the Tapush pass (4,750 m), where we will be surprised to find inhabitants in such unique places. After a few minutes of walking we will arrive at the new camp, which will be in Gashgapampa (4,500 m), from where we will attack the summit of Diablo Mudo.
Day 13 – Gashgapampa – Diablo Mudo (5,223 m) – Jahuacocha (4,050 m)
On this day, those who accept the challenge will be able to climb the Diablo Mudo (those who do not want to, can wait at the camp). We will ascend through a stretch of shifting rocks and reach a beautiful glacier. We will continue uphill until we reach the top of the mountain at 5,223 m. We will only have to enjoy the triumph and splendid views. We will then descend until we reach the Jahuacocha camp.
Day 14 – Jahuacocha
Today we will take the opportunity to rest after our long journey, with time to assimilate and relive the interesting moments we have experienced.
This day will serve as an extra day in case of bad weather. In addition, we will be able to enjoy a great lunch with the whole group.
Day 15 – Jahuacocha – Llamac – Huaraz
After breakfast we will leave the Jahuacocha lagoon to go to the town of Llamac, where our private transportation will be waiting for us to take us back to Huaraz. Overnight at hotel.
Day 16 – Huaraz – Lima
In the morning we will take the bus back to Lima. Upon arrival, we will have free time.
Lodging.
Day 17 – Lima – Spain
Free time until transfer to the airport for the flight back to Spain. Overnight on board.
Prices
| 2 persons | 4 persons | 6 people | Single room suppl. |
| 3.590 € | 3.190 € | 2.970 € | 240 € |
More information about prices
Prices are per person.
What does it include?
Flights
International flight Spain – Lima – Spain, tourist class
Transfers
Transfers airport – hotel – airport
Bus transportation Lima – Huaraz – Lima
Meals
Full board during the trekking
Staff
Local trekking guide, cook and porters
Donkeys
Donkeys and muleteer
Insurance
Travel insurance. Check here the conditions
24-hour telephone assistance
Lodging
Hotel accommodation in Lima and Huaraz (3*)
Tents during the ascent
Camping equipment (kitchen tent, dining tent and sleeping tents for two persons)
What is NOT included?
Seasonal air supplements
Personal mountain equipment
Fees of the Community of Huayhuash (approximately 50 € the whole tour)
Entrance fee to Huascaran National Park (approximately 40 €)
Tips
Extras not specified
Practical information
Situation
Peru is located on the western fringe of South America bordering Chile to the south, Bolivia to the southeast, Brazil to the northeast, Colombia to the north and Ecuador to the northwest.
The Cordillera Huayhuah mountain range to the southeast of the Cordillera Blanca in northern Peru and Machu Picchu is in southeastern Peru.
Recommended time of year
You can travel to Peru all year round, but the ideal time is from May to September, which coincides with the dry season.
Weather
As in any tropical mountain range, in one day there are usually 4 seasons. In the morning it is usually sunny but the air is cool. Until after noon, the heat reaches its highest intensity. In the afternoons, it starts to cool down and rain is possible. At night the weather is quite cool.
During the austral summer it usually rains a lot.
Documentation
Electronic passport with at least six months of validity.
Vaccines
None mandatory.
Recommended: yellow fever, typhoid, tetanus, polio and hepatitis A and B.
Consult restrictions by COVID.
Languages
Spanish, Quechua and other indigenous languages.
Currency
Nuevo Sol.
Time difference
GMT -5h.
Electricity
220V – 50Hz. No adapter is required.
What to bring
Trekking clothes and pants, trekking boots, waterproof mountain jacket, fleece, hat, gloves, sleeping bag, water bottle, flashlight with batteries, sun hat, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, camera or video camera and sunglasses. For the Diablo Mudo, crampons and ice axe are usually required (they can be rented in Huaraz).
Difficulty
Average. High physical demand and days above 4,000 meters. Previous experience is required, having hiked in the mountains for several days in a row.
