Trekking Cordillera Huayhuash - 10 days / 9 nights
The 10-day Huayhuash Circuit is a world-class trekking odyssey that traverses the most dramatic and compact mountain range in the Peruvian Andes. This comprehensive journey takes adventurers across multiple high-altitude passes reaching 5,000 meters, offering intimate views of legendary peaks like Yerupajá and Siula Grande—famed by the “Touching the Void” story. From the serene shores of Carhuacocha and Jahuacocha lakes to the rejuvenating natural hot springs of Viconga, the route blends physical challenge with unparalleled natural beauty. With strategic camps in deep glacial valleys and visits to the most spectacular viewpoints in South America, this expedition provides a definitive high-Andean experience for those seeking the ultimate wilderness adventure.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Huaraz – Cuartelwain – Mitucocha Camp (4,250 m)
Mitucocha Camp
4 h transport / 3 h light hike
Lunch – Dinner
- Departure: 6:00 a.m. from Huaraz in private transport
- Route: Huaraz – Chiquián – Llamac – Cuartelwain – Hike to Mitucocha
- Attractions: Views of Rondoy, Ninashanca, and Jirishanca
Day 2: Mitucocha – Carhuacocha (4,200 m)
Carhuacocha Camp
5 h hike
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Carhuac Pass (4,650 m)
- Attractions: Carhuacocha and views of Yerupajá, Siula Grande, Carnicero
Day 3: Carhuacocha – Huayhuash Camp (4,300 m)
Camp
Siula Camp
Hike duration
6–7 h hike
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Via Gangrajanca, Siula, Quesillococha lakes – ascent towards the camp
- Attractions: High-mountain alpine scenery, views of Yerupajá and Siula Grande
Day 4: Huayhuash Camp (4,350 m)
Camp
Huayhuash Camp
6 h hike
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Siula Pass (4,800 m)
- Attractions: Spectacular views of the Sarapococha ravine and Trapecio peak
Day 5: Huayhuash – Viconga – Hot Springs (4,400 m)
Camp
Viconga Camp
Hike duration
5 h hike
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Portachuelo de Huayhuash Pass (4,750 m)
- Attractions: Relaxation in natural hot springs
Day 6: Viconga – Cuyoc Pampa (4,450 m)
Camp
Cuyoc Pampa Camp
Hike duration
5–6 h hike
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Cuyoc Pass (5,000 m)
- Attractions: Cuyoc, Puscanturpa, and glacier views
Day 7: Cuyoc Pampa – San Antonio Pass – Huayllapa (3,600 m)
Camp
Huayllapa Camp
Hike duration
7–8 h hike
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: San Antonio Pass (4,850 m) – Calinca – Huayllapa
- Attractions: Alpine landscape, entry into cultural zone
Day 8: Huayllapa – Gashpapampa (4,400 m)
Camp
Gashpapampa Camp
Hike duration
7–8 hrs
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Tapush Pass (4,800 m)
- Attractions: Sighting of high-altitude flora, transition to more remote areas
Day 9: Gashpapampa – Yaucha Pass – Jahuacocha (4,100 m)
Camp
Jahuacocha (by the lake)
Hike duration
5–6 h hike
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
- Route: Yaucha Pass (4,800 m)
- Attractions: Final view of Yerupajá, Rasac, Rondoy from Yaucha lookout
Day 10: Jahuacocha – Llamac – Huaraz
Hike duration
4 h hike / 4 h transport to Huaraz
Meals
Breakfast – Lunch
- Route: Exit via Pampa Llamac
- Arrival: Approximately 5:00 p.m.
Our Services
Included
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) official mountain guide
- High-mountain cook and assistants
- Muleteers and pack animals
- Emergency horse
- All meals during the trek
- Private transportation to and from Huaraz
- Tents (double/triple), dining, and kitchen tents
- First aid kit and oxygen
- Communal entrance fees and permits
Not Included
- Hotel night in Huaraz
- Sleeping bag (optional rental)
- Travel and evacuation insurance
- Tip
Recommendations
- Arrive in Huaraz at least 3 days before to acclimatize
- Perform previous hikes (Laguna 69, Laguna Churup, etc.)
- Bring thermal clothing, waterproof gear, daypack, headlamp, trekking poles, and water purification tablets
