4 Days
Daily Tour
8 people
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Cordillera Huayhuash – Mini-Huayhuash Trek – 4 Days
Then the shortened 4 day Mini-Huayhuash trek allows you to experience an abbreviated version of the longer trek; while not compromising on the stunning views.
As an aside; this route is a little more demanding than the more classic Santa Cruz trek route. Hence; it is considered to be suitable for novice trekkers and hikers; however ensuring that a program of acclimatisation is followed properly before departure. During the trek you will be rewarded with a series of glacial lakes and snow capped nevadas along the way.
This 4 day route includes a warm-up trek to Marian Village as part of the program.
It’s important to note that there are many route variations lasting from 3-7 days. Some itineraries require a long drive to the trailhead at Queropalca; before getting into the Cordillera Huayhuash to begin the trekking.
This 4 Day trek is centred around the incredible Jahuacocha Lake area; considered one of the most scenic places in alpine trekking, to trek and camp out.
Along the route; you’ll see the important sights of the Cordillera Huayhuash; hit the Rondoy Valley, scale the impressive Sambunya Pass and experience the natural beauty of Jahuacocha Lake.
Trek Facts
SEASON: April to November.
DISTANCE: 42 Km.
ALTITUDE: 3300 – 4760 meters above sea level.
RATING: Moderate
WEATHER: Warm to hot in the daytime / temperate cold at nights.
TREKKING TIME: 5 to 8 hours a day.
Suggested Packing
Hikking Boots
Trekking socks (synthetic fibers)
Sun hat
Hat for cold weather (fleece)
microfiber shirts and thermal
Fleece
Trekking pants
Sunglasses
Day Backpack or advance 40 liters
Waterproof Jacket (Gore-Tex or other)
Waterproof Pant (Gore-Tex or other)
Waterproof Layer
Water Bottle
Headlamp (with extra batteries and bulbs)
Sunscreen (lips and skin)
Personal First Aid Kit
Photographic Material
Washbag and towel
Sandals
Trekking poles.
A relaxing and easy short hike to the delightful small village of Marian. Starting from Huaraz; you’ll walk through the newly developed suburb of Nueva Florida. Then, following quiet local paths passing by small farms and poblados for 40 minutes for about an hour to the village of Marian which is tucked in underneath the mountains behind Huaraz. From the village plaza there is an amazing view of the massive snow covered mountain of Ranrapalca.
Grade: Easy 3 to 4 hours hike Maximum altitude = 3,500m
Hiking distance approx. = 5km
Meals included: Lunch
At 7:30 we start the tour, driving to the south – east through the Andean Villages Conococha, Chiquian, Llamac and Pocpa, after 4 hours you’ll arrive to the starting point of the trek, at 3,500m. Beginning the hike to Rondoy 4,050m, from where you’ll have the view of the mountains, Minapata, Ninashjanca and Rondoy, it takes around 4 hours walk.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast you’ll climb to your highest point of the tour, the Sambuya Pass (4,780m). It is a trail that is pretty difficult on the ascent but worth it, because from the top you’ll have an amazing view to the most important and highest peaks of the range, with lakes Solteracocha and Jahuacocha also in sight.
You’ll descend from an alternative trail to have a different perspective view of the surrounding mountains and lakes.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Starts descending a Little bit though the valley to after go up to our last pass Pampallamac, having the last view of the range with the stoning Yerupaja (6,634m). Afterwards descending to 1000m, to the village Llamac. From here you’ll take private transport back to Huaraz.
It’s never goodbye, only until the next time!
Accommodation Recommendation: Santa Cruz Hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
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