Cordillera Huayhuash · Multi-day trek
Your Huaraz stay, guided acclimatisation and eight-day Huayhuash trek, with arrival and departure transfers, private trailhead transport and equipment included.
$2,200per person · 2027 season
Huayhuash Premium includes your time in Huaraz before and after the eight-day circuit. We arrange your arrival transfer, two nights before the trek and a guided acclimatisation day. After the mountains, return for a night in Huaraz, a pachamanca and a farewell breakfast before your departure transfer.
On the trek, you follow the same route and passes as Huayhuash Classic, with our guide, cook and arrieros. Private trailhead transport, a sleeping bag, an inflatable mat, community fees and up to 8 kg of luggage on the donkeys are included. You can have your own tent if you prefer.
The eight trek days and seven camp nights are separate from the three nights in Huaraz. We confirm the full arrival-to-departure schedule when we agree your dates. Our cabins in Cantú are due to open in May 2027; we confirm where you will stay before you book.
Walking times are approximate and vary with group pace, acclimatisation, weather and trail conditions. The first circuit day is a road transfer, with no scheduled trekking.
The eight-day circuit below follows the same route as Huayhuash Classic. Your arrival, guided acclimatisation and Huaraz stay are additional; we confirm the full schedule with your travel dates.
Day 1
We pick you up from your hotel in Huaraz at 8:00 am and drive south across the high puna, past Laguna Conococha (4,050 m) and the town of Chiquián (3,400 m), to Llámac, the gateway to the Huayhuash, and on to our first camp at Cuartel Huain. About five hours on the road (≈154 km).
Day 2
A steep two-and-a-half-hour climb takes us to Cacanan Punta (4,700 m), on the continental divide, with views over Laguna Pucacocha. We descend to Janca and Laguna Mitucocha (4,200 m), then cross Punta Carhuac (4,600 m) to Laguna Carhuacocha, one of the most beautiful camps of the circuit.
Day 3
We set off at 7:30 am along the valley, past lagunas Gangrajanca and Siula. A short climb leads to the Three Lakes viewpoint, with Gangrajanca, Siulacocha and Quesillacocha laid out below. We continue over Siula Pass (4,800 m) and descend to camp at Huayhuash.
Day 4
An early start (6:30 am or before, for the best light) and a three-hour climb to Trapecio Pass (5,020 m). From the pass you look out over Siula, Jurau, Sarapo, Trapecio and Puscanturpa. We descend to camp at Cuyoc Pampa.
Day 5
The longest day. We leave at 6:00 am for a two-and-a-half-hour climb to San Antonio Pass (5,050 m), the highest point of the trek, with views of Siula Grande (6,344 m), Sarapo (6,127 m) and the setting of Touching the Void. A steep two-hour descent is followed by about three hours through the Calinca valley to the village of Huayllapa.
Day 6
From 7:00 am, a long, steady climb of about four and a half hours to Tapush Punta (4,780 m), followed by an hour’s descent to camp at Gashpapampa.
Day 7
A shorter, scenic day. Two hours up to Yaucha Pass (4,800 m), half an hour at the viewpoint, and two hours down to Laguna Jahuacocha (4,070 m), below Yerupajá, for our last night at camp.
Day 8
We leave at 6:00 am, walk an hour along the valley and climb for two and a half hours to the Pampa Llámac pass (4,300 m) for a last look back at the range. A steep two-hour descent brings us to Llámac, where our transport returns to Huaraz (about four hours).
2027 price per person for this product. Private and custom arrangements are quoted separately.
| Product | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Huayhuash Premium | $2,200 |
2027 price per person for Huayhuash Premium, including the eight-day circuit and three additional nights in Huaraz. Private and custom arrangements may have a different price. We confirm your accommodation, transfers, full schedule and final quote in writing.
A 20% deposit confirms your booking, and the rest is due 7 days before the trek. Pay by card through a secure link (5% fee) or by bank transfer.
Same eight-day circuit, different arrangements
Eight days on the Huayhuash circuit with our guide, cook and arrieros. Camp, meals, pack donkeys and transport from Huaraz are included; arrange your own Huaraz stay and acclimatisation.
$1,300 per person
View Huayhuash ClassicYour gear for the trek. If you're missing anything, we can help you rent it in Huaraz.
You should be comfortable hiking seven to eight hours a day, several days in a row, with steep climbs and descents. The longest day can take nine hours. Days range from 10 to 21 km and passes reach 5,050 m. Previous multi-day hiking experience is strongly recommended.
This product includes two nights in Huaraz before the trek and one guided acclimatisation day. Huaraz is at 3,050 m. Tell us your recent altitude exposure and arrival plans so we can discuss whether you need extra nights or hikes; extra nights are not included.
The donkeys carry the tents, kitchen, food and up to 8 kg of your personal gear. You hike with a daypack holding water, snacks, warm and waterproof layers, sun protection and your camera.
Yes. You can join one of our open group departures, which take up to 10 people, or book a private trek on your own dates with our guide, cook and arrieros. We quote private treks for one or two people according to the logistics, so get in touch with your dates.
The route, the passes and the walking are the same. Huayhuash Premium adds three nights at our cabins in Huaraz (two before the trek, one after), a guided acclimatisation day, private transport, airport or bus station transfers, your own tent if you want one, a sleeping bag and inflatable mat, up to 8 kg of luggage on the donkeys, community fees, and a pachamanca after the trek.
A 20% deposit confirms your booking, and the rest is due 7 days before the trek starts. You can pay by card through a secure payment link, which adds a 5% fee, or by bank transfer.
Tell your guide straight away. The only reliable treatment for altitude sickness is to descend to lower ground. Travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking and evacuation is essential.
Yes. Community campsite and entrance fees for the eight-day circuit are included in Huayhuash Premium.
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$1,300 per person
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$700 per person
