Cordillera Huayhuash trekking holiday
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May to Sep. Inc: camping equipment except sleeping bag, mules, porters, cook, meals, support staff, qualified experienced English-speaking mountain guide, Lima/Huaraz services GBP price variable
Description of Cordillera Huayhuash trekking holiday
An 18-day adventurous epic into one of the most spectacular regions of the Peruvian Andes, centred around a challenging 12-day circular trek in the stunning Cordillera Huayhuash.
While only 30km long, the Huayhuash Massif clusters together seven of Peru’s highest, and most dramatic mountain peaks, offering hiking enthusiasts a truly spectacular and highly rewarding experience. With overnight campsites in high-altitude, remote mountain locations, this is a fully supported trek, with experienced mountain guides, porters and cooks, and mules to carry equipment and backpacks.
The 12-day wilderness trek follows a clockwise circuit in the Cordillera Huayhuash, and tackles eight high passes, ranging from 4,300m–5,000m in altitude. You’ll enjoy a constant backdrop of ice-covered mountains, close-up views of creaking glaciers feeding turquoise lakes and optional, yet highly recommended, side trips into pristine glacial valleys.
You will also have the option to complete a non-technical day climb of the Mt Suerococha trekking peak at 5,350m
Included is an acclimatisation period in the bustling mountain town of Huaraz; a day’s acclimatisation walk in the nearby Cordillera Blanca and the option, before or after the trek, to either enjoy a day’s white water rafting on the Rio Santa, or visit the pre-Incan site of Chavin de Huantar.
This tour starts and finishes in Lima where there are options to extend your time in Peru. Options include a 5 day tour to Cusco or a combination of Cusco and the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu; or head into the Amazon rainforest to the Tambopata Reserve or enjoy a 5-9 day tour into the pristine Manu National Park.
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May to Sep. Inc: camping equipment except sleeping bag, mules, porters, cook, meals, support staff, qualified experienced English-speaking mountain guide, Lima/Huaraz services GBP price variable
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During the trek, locally produced fresh food is purchased where appropriate, including products such as cheese from local villages. Local products are preferred to imported goods where possible, and Andean ingredients are incorporated into the cooking.All non-organic waste is carried out of trekking areas. Waste is reduced by using products with minimal packaging, avoiding litter and keeping water sources clean. Campsites are left clean after use. Organic waste is disposed of by burying it at an appropriate depth and location.
People
During tours, visitors are encouraged to learn about Peru, the cultures of the local communities and staff, and the areas through which they travel. Guides provide informal talks and discussions about aspects of local life, helping visitors develop a greater understanding of the region and the people who live there.Since 2006, we have contributed annually to the Huchuy Yachaq community project in the Hermanos Ayar neighbourhood on the outskirts of Cusco.
The project was established by volunteer social workers and teachers to provide social and educational support to children and families in the neighbourhood. Children are encouraged to participate in afternoon study and recreational sessions and holiday programmes. Previous contributions have supported educational books and games, tables and chairs, improvements to the community-owned building, functioning toilets, school materials and holiday activities.
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