Adventure in the Andes
Highlights
- Get to know one of the most incredible and least explored places in Peru
- One of the most beautiful and challenging hikes in the world
- Walk alongside 6,000 m mountains and crystalline turquoise lakes
- A physical and emotional challenge that will make you feel alive and overcome your limits
- The opportunity to immerse yourself in Andean culture
- Incredible nights with the sky full of stars
- Camps with incredible views
- The feeling of accomplishment upon completing this iconic hike, which will leave you with lasting memories and an unmatched sense of accomplishment
- Enjoy your time to the fullest (this adventure is designed to make the most of your time and not waste it on small details)
- Optional adventures to extend the experience
Get ready for an Adventure in the Andes with the Huayhuash Trek!
On this adventure we will admire enormous snow-capped peaks, explore crystal-clear turquoise lakes, and walk through impressive and unforgettable landscapes.
If you are looking for a physical and emotional challenge, the Adventure in the Andes is the experience you need. Get to know the Andean culture, share with local communities and live unforgettable moments on one of the most impressive hikes in the world. So get ready for an adventure of a lifetime. Are you ready to face it?
¿Qué incluye?
- Trip logistics
- Transportation (All transportation necessary for the Adventure from Lima)
- Food (All foods within the Trek)
- Trucutrú and local guides
- Porters, cooks and donkeys
- Satellite phone and medical kit
- Professional and drone photographs and videos
- Support in trip planning (We advise you with everything you need to enjoy your trip to the fullest, from what to bring? How to get there? Support with the purchase of flights and if you want to extend your trip, we also help you with that).
- 50% discount on any local adventure
- The convenience of not having to worry about practically anything
An incredible trip with unforgettable moments
Impact on
Community
We work hand in hand with the communities of the places we visit.
Small Groups
We believe that with small groups it is easier to make friends and enjoy each getaway.
Travel Light
On our getaways you don't have to worry about anything, we take care of everything necessary to help you take the first step.
Sustainable
We are aware that the Earth and its balance are at risk, so we must leave the smallest footprint possible and make use of our voice.
Day 0-1:
México - Reykjavik
On day 0 we will fly from Mexico to Peru (flights not included) the recommended flight from CDMX to Lima takes off at 10:05 pm, because of that we count that day as day 0.
We will arrive in Lima at approximately 5:00 am, from there we will move to the Lima bus station and board a bus bound for Huaraz for a journey of approximately 8 hours. (If you want to spend more time in Lima or make another plan, you can join us at the Lima headquarters or directly in Huaraz, we will help you with the logistics).
After a good rest, we will begin this adventure with an acclimatization walk to Laguna Churup.
Laguna Churup (4,450 msnm)
Day 2:
A private vehicle will pick us up and take us to Pitec, the control point of the Huascarán National Park.
Upon arrival, we will ascend towards the lagoon through a zigzag path, a walk of approx. 3 hours and after taking many photos and relaxing we went down it to return to Huaraz.
Day 3:
Very early in the morning we will pick up a transport along with all the camping equipment, food, guide and cook to head south, passing through the typical towns of Recuay and Ticapampa, until we reach Queropalca. (Approx. 7 hrs on the road)
Upon arriving at Queropalca we will lower all the equipment and prepare to begin our first walk on this route in the Huayhuash Mountain Range.
We will walk approximately 3 hours to Laguna Carhuacocha and there we will prepare our first camp.
The Highlands
Day 4:
Landmannalaugar
This day is one of the most impressive and beautiful days because we will walk in front of the majestic snow-capped Yerupaja, the highest in this mountain range, along with 3 beautiful lagoons (Ganracocha, Siula and Quesillacocha) and because you will be able to enjoy the panoramic view of many snow-capped mountains. and gaps.
After taking some photos in the lagoon we will continue with a more intense ascent towards the viewpoint and the Siula pass (one of the most incredible views in the world). After enjoying these wonderful places, we will have lunch and return along the same path to our camp where our cook will be waiting with a delicious hot meal.
Day 5:
Carhuacocha - Laguna Mitucocha
After breakfast we will begin to walk next to the lagoon and we will leave the classic path to turn east along an inconspicuous path that goes very close to the snow-capped mountains and allows us to reach the Alcaycocha lagoon and a spectacular viewpoint, after resting and drinking thousands of For photos we will continue towards the high point that has a unique view of the snow-capped mountains such as Hirishanca, Yerupaja, Ninashanca, Rondoy and others.
After enjoying this wonderful place we will begin to descend, along the way we will be surprised by the Mitucocha Lagoon, seen from a unique angle. We will stay there as long as necessary and then continue with our hike down to the camp located at the base of Laguna Mitucocha.
Day 6:
Laguna Mitucocha - Quartelhuain
After a restful rest and after breakfast we will begin to walk towards the Ninacocha lagoon located at the foot of the snow-capped Hirishanca and Ninashanca, this place offers a wonderful view, after resting in the lagoon and after taking many photos we will continue with the walk this instead downhill and flat to the classic path that goes to the Cacanan pass, then we will have lunch and continue our adventure descending to the Matacancha camp.
Day 7:
Quartelhuain - Paso Rondoy - Jahuacocha
On this day we will ascend to the Huandoy pass, from the pass we will have a panoramic view of the Northeast face of the Huayhuash Mountain Range, the snowy peaks that stand out are: Yerupajá (6634 meters above sea level, the second highest in Peru), Jirishanca, Ninashanca, Rondoy and the Mexico Hill.
Finally we will descend to the Solterococha lagoon and camp in Januacocha.
Day 8:
On our final day we will cross the last pass of Pampa de Llamac and observe for the last time part of the snow-capped mountains of the Huayhuash Mountain Range, and then head to the town of Llamac.
Jahuacocha - Llamac
Day 9:
After a great night's rest, we will have a group breakfast and the rest of the day will be free, here everyone will decide: What's next?
Norðurland
Día 10:
Nuestra primera parada será Grjótagjá, una pequeña cueva de lava, con aguas termales de hasta 40 grados que contrastan con el color de la lava negra.
Sabemos que ha sido una Aventura larga y pesada, así que descansaremos un rato en la "Blue Lagoon del norte" un spa geotermal.
Y terminaremos el día en la "cascada de los dioses": Godafoss.
Uno de los puntos más icónicos del norte de Islandia.
Mývatn
Día 11:
Este será otro día de conducción, ya que comenzaremos a abandonar el norte y nos dirigiremos hacia los Fiordos Occidentales. Sin embargo, todavía nos quedan un par de lugares por visitar antes de llegar a nuestro destino.
Mientras conducimos por la ruta 1, haremos algunas paradas en algunos puntos destacados, como Hvitserkur, una formación rocosa única, y Grafarkirkja, una histórica iglesia de pasto.
Camino al Oeste
Día 12:
El terreno accidentado de los Westfjords hace que el acceso a la región sea difícil, pero también contribuye a su belleza intacta.
Nuestra día comienza con una piscina de aguas termales, encendida en medio del impresionante paisaje. Seguiremos nuestro camino con Dynjandi, la "joya" de los Fiordos Occidentales.
Por último visitaremos Látrabjarg, uno de los acantilados de aves más grandes de Europa y sirve como refugio para numerosas especies de aves marinas.
The Westfjords
Día 13:
Snæfellsnes
Snæfellsnes es una cautivadora península situada en la costa occidental de Islandia. A menudo denominado "Islandia en miniatura o Islandia en pocas palabras", ofrece una representación condensada y diversa de las maravillas naturales, el patrimonio cultural y las maravillas geológicas del país.
La península de Snæfellsnes está dominada por el majestuoso volcán Snæfellsjökull, un estratovolcán cubierto de glaciar que se eleva de forma prominente en su punto más occidental.
Comenzamos el día pasando la mañana en la playa de Raudisandur, antes de dirigirnos a Snæfellsnes y admirar la icónica montaña Kirkjufell, conocida por su distintiva forma de sombrero. Luego hacemos una breve parada en Ingjaldshólskirkja antes de terminar en el faro de Svörtuloft y Búðakirkja, la iglesia negra.
Día 14:
El Final
Este es nuestro último día de la Aventura y estamos cerca de terminar el circuito alrededor del país. En este punto, es posible que estemos agotados por tanto conducir pero todavía con muchas ganas de salir y aprovechar al máximo el último día.
Aprovecharemos al máximo el tiempo haciendo una hermosa caminata hasta la cascada de Glymur y luego sumergirnos en la famosísima Blue Lagoon.
Next Adventure:
June 14 - 23 2024
Aventura de Exploración
¿En que consisten las Aventuras de Exploración?
Estamos constantemente buscando Salir del a Rutina, explorar nuevos lugares y vivir nuevas aventuras. Si te gusta saltar a lo desconocido y vivir experiencias increíbles, las Aventuras de Exploración son para ti.
Forma parte de nuestros grupos de exploración y disfruta de ser de los primeros en explorar otros rincones del mundo a un precio especial junto con nuestros expertos en la aventura.
¿Estás listo para saltar a la Aventura?
Hospedaje
Noche 1 | Reykjavík
Hotel
Habitación Superior Doble Compartida
08 - 09 Septiembre
Noche 2 | Golden Circle
Guesthouse
Habitación doble compartida
09 - 10 Septiembre
Noche 3 | The Highlands
Hut / Cabaña
Hut con 6 camas y baño privado
10 - 11 Septiembre
Noche 4 | Landmannalaugar
Cabaña
Habitación Doble Compartida
11 - 12 Septiembre
Noche 5 | South Iceland
Cabaña
Cabaña con dos camas dobles
12 - 13 Septiembre
Noche 6 | Vagnsstaðir
Guesthouse
Habitación Cuádruple
13 - 14 Septiembre
Noche 7 y 8 | Neskaupstaður
Hotel
Habitación doble
14 - 16 Septiembre
Noche 9 | Norðurland
Hotel
Habitación doble compartida
16 - 17 Septiembre
Noche 10 | Mývatn
Guesthouse
Habitación Doble Compartida
17 - 18 Septiembre
Noche 11 | Miðhóp
Guesthouse
Habitación doble compartida
18 - 19 Septiembre
Noche 12 | Westfjords
Cabaña
Habitación Doble Compartida
19 - 20 Septiembre
Noche 13 | Golden Circle
Guesthouse
Habitación doble compartida
20 - 21 Septiembre
What to bring?
- Personal equipment (appropriate clothing, boots, sleeping bags, sunglasses, etc.) We will send you a list with everything you need.
- 40 to 70 liter backpack
- Layer system (fleece, jacket and raincoat)
- Treking poles
- Water bottle and filter
- Sunscreen (skin and lips)
- The best attitude to live one of the best adventures of your life.
What is not included?
- Flights Mexico - Peru
- Meals in Huaraz (all meals and cooks are included while we are on the trek)
- Entry ticket to Huascarán National Park
- Camp entrance
- Tips for guides, porters and cooks
- Clothing and personal equipment
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