Andes: Trek Santa Cruz-Llanganuco 4D/3N from Huaraz – Ancash, Peru
EXPERIENCE
The Peruvian Andes in the Huaraz region envelop you in a natural spectacle of towering peaks, deep valleys and crystal clear lagoons. This majestic Andean landscape, home to glaciers and unique flora, offers an unforgettable experience for lovers of adventure and scenic beauty.
Itinerary
Day 1: Huaraz (3100 m) – Caraz (2200 m) – Cashapampa (2900 m) – Llamacoral (3760 m).
We will leave Huaraz heading northwest, entering the Callejón de Huaylas valley. Along the way, we will make several stops to marvel at the breathtaking views of the Cordillera Blanca, highlighting the Huascaran, the highest peak in Peru, with 6768 meters. Our hike will begin in Cashapampa, after approximately 3 hours of transportation and will extend for 5 hours of hiking.
Day 2: Llamacoral (3760m) – Laguna Arhuaycocha (44 50m) – Taullipampa (4250m)
On the second day, we will depart from Llamacoral (3760m), after breakfast, passing by the Arhuaycocha Lagoon (4450m) and enjoying the majesty of the Santa Cruz Valley. During the trek, we will see the imposing Alpamayo peak, considered the most beautiful mountain in the world. The day will end at Taullipampa (4250m) after about 7-8 hours of trekking.
Day 3: Taullipampa (4250 m) – Paso de Punta Unión (4750 m) – Cachinapampa (3700 m)
The third day, after breakfast, will take us from Taullipampa (4250m) to Punta Union Pass (4750m), where we will marvel at the spectacular panoramic views of the various peaks that surround us. Then, we will descend to Cachinapampa in approximately 7 hours.
Day 4: Cachinapampa (3700 m) – Vaquería (3800 m) – Huaraz (3100 m)
On the last day, we will descend through the valley of Huaripampa, during our last tour we will be exploring picturesque villages and enjoying the rich Andean vegetation. Afterwards, we will ascend to Vaqueria (3800m), where our transportation will be waiting for us to return to Huaraz, completing the day with approximately 3 hours of trekking and 4 hours of transportation.
HIGHLIGHTS
It runs through the best known trekking circuit of the Cordillera Blanca.
Live the adventure from the imposing Huascaran to the crystalline lagoons
Dazzling landscapes, majestic summits
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