ABOUT THIS TREK
Considered one of the best treks in Peru and ideal for those who do not have much time to explore the mountains, but still want to enjoy the impressive beauty of the Andes, the flora, fauna, and turquoise lagoons. In this trek, you will be able to observe the 3 lagoons named Gangrajanca, Siula, and Quesillococha, and the snow-capped peaks such as Jirishanca Grande (6,095 m), Jirishanca Chico (5,446 m), Yerupajá Grande (6,635 m) Yerupaja Chico (6,121 m), Siula Grande (6,344 m) and Siula Chico (5,680m), making this trek an unforgettable experience that will remain in the memory of all those who visit it.
EXPEDITION PRICE
Quartet (4 people)
569,00 USD each person
Squad (5-7 people)
519,00 USD each person
Group (+8 people)
449,00 USD each person
IMPORTANT: This price is 50% in advanced of the final price. This price do not include IGV (Amazon Law). Invoice with IGV increase 18% of the value of the price. Rate in US dollars or in soles at the exchange rate of the day.
What is included?
- Transfer from Huaraz or Huánuco – Queropalca in private transport
- Transfer from Cajatambo – Lima in private transport
- Overnight in camp 4 nights
- 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 4 dinners
- Entrance fee to Huayhuash Communities
- Expert bilingual guide
- Mountain chef
- Picnic table and chairs
- Kitchen tent.
- Dining tent
- Warehouse tent
- Kitchenware and kitchen equipment
- Double occupancy tents
- The use of an equipment pack that includes a down sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner, thermal insulation and air mattress
- Group medical kit
- Pack animals or porters on trek to carry personal gear
- Emergency horse
- Each participant is allowed to bring 8 kg to be loaded on the donkeys
What to Bring?
• Passport
• Extra money (soles recommended)
• Personal medications
• Water bottle or camelback – (purifying tablets optional)
• Sunscreen 70+ or more
• Insect repellent
• Personal care products
• Hiking boots/shoes (preferably waterproof)
• Light shoes or sandals
• Hiking pants (*)
• Hiking socks
• Waterproof booties
• Long sleeve shirts
• Thermal jacket
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof poncho
• Hat that protects face and neck
What is not included?
- International and national flights
- Airport taxes
- Cost of laundry and alcoholic beverages (except wine on last trek day)
- Travel Insurance
- Guide & transport for acclimatization hikes
- Last day lunch and dinner
- Personal gear
- Any hire of gear
- Medical treatment
- Meals and drinks both in Lima and Huaraz or Huanuco
- Hotels in Lima & Huaraz or Huánuco
- Tips and other types of personal expenses
ITINERARY
Day 1: Drive from Huánuco to Queropalca, trek Carhuacocha Lake (4,138 m)
Trekking 3 hours
• Today we get our first glimpses of the range, and we will pass different towns such as Huarin, Baños, and Santa Rosa. After around 4 hours of driving, we will arrive at Queropalca town around 8:00 am, where our “arrieros” (muleteers) and “burros” (donkeys) will be waiting. After breakfast, we will depart from Queropalca to the Carhuacocha lake at 4,138 meters above sea level, the time to reach the first trekking camp will be approximately 3 hours. In the Carhuacocha camp, we will enjoy the impressive views of the most important snow-capped mountains such as Jirishanca Grande (6,095 m), Jirishanca Chico (5,446 m), Yerupajá Grande (6,635 m) Yerupaja Chico (6,121 m), Siula Grande (6,344 m) and Siula Chico (5,680m).
• In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B, L, D
Day 2: Trek from Carhuacocha Lake (4,138 m) to Siula Viewpoint, Carhuacocha
Trekking 6 hours
• Today we trek for around 6 hours round trip. After breakfast, we will begin the trek to the
Siula viewpoint along a well-marked path, walk near the Siulá snow-capped mountain, and
appreciate its spectacular perennial glaciers. Then, we will walk through the Gagrajanca,
Siulá, and Quesillococha lakes.
• In the later afternoon, we will enjoy a hot coffee or coca tea while observing the landscapes.
• Overnight at the campsite.
• Meals: B, L, D
Day 3: Trek from Carhuacocha Lake to Queropalca, drive to Huánuco
Trekking 3 hours
• Today we will walk all the way down through beautiful grazing pampas and as we go down we will find Andean potato crops and peasants harvesting. Arrived at the town of Queropalca, we will go to the hot water springs. After lunch, we make our way by private vehicle to transfer to Huánuco city.
• Meals: B, L
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