Huayhuash trek 6 days

Huayhuash Trek - 6 Days / 5 Nights

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  • Availability:All year
  • Difficulty:Moderate to Challenging (altitude exposure)
  • Altitud:~4,800–5,000 m / 15,750–16,400 ft
  • Duration:6 days / 5 nights
Experience the highlights of the legendary Cordillera Huayhuash in a compressed, well-supported 6-day circuit. This short version captures the best high-mountain scenery ; glacial lakes like Carhuacocha and Mitucocha, panoramic passes, and towering summits such as Yerupajá and Siula Grande , while keeping pace manageable for hikers short on time. Professional local guides, mule support, and camping equipment ensure a safe, immersive Andean trekking experience.

Highlights

  • Quick circuit of the Huayhuash mountains in 6 days
  • Iconic views of Yerupajá and Siula Grande
  • High passes and turquoise glacial lakes (Mitucocha, Carhuacocha)
  • Fully supported camping (cook + muleteers)
  • Great option for travelers with limited time in Huarazmulti-day treks

Includes/Excludes

  • Round-trip tourist transportation.
  • Trekking guide.
  • Cook.
  • Muleteer and donkeys.
  • Camping equipment.
  • Full board during the trek.
  • First-aid kit.
  • Personal gear.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Tips.
  • Entrance fees where applicable.
  • Breakfast on the first day and dinner on the last day.

Itinirary

Day 1 : Huaraz - Llámac - Cuartelhuain

Salimos temprano de Huaraz y nos dirigimos a Llámac, punto de partida de la caminata. Comience la caminata hacia el Campamento Cuartelhuain , siguiendo un amplio valle con llamas pastando y un terreno suave ideal para la aclimatación.
Pernocte en el campamento.

Cross Cacanan Punta Pass (4,700 m / 15,420 ft) with panoramic views of the Huayhuash peaks. Descend to Mitucocha Lake, one of the most beautiful campsites of the trek.
Overnight camping.

Camina a lo largo de las orillas del Mitucocha y continúa ascendiendo hasta el Paso de Carhuac (4650 m / 15 255 pies) . Disfruta de vistas impresionantes de Yerupajá, Siula Grande y Jirishanca antes de descender al Lago Carhuacocha .
Pernocta acampando.

Ascenso hacia el Paso de Siula (4800 m / 15 748 pies) , uno de los puntos más pintorescos de la ruta. Descenso al valle de Huayhuash con impresionantes paisajes montañosos y campamento cerca del pueblo de Huayhuash .
Pernocte en el campamento.

Climb gradually to Portachuelo Pass (4,750 m / 15,583 ft), offering wide views of the southern Huayhuash range. Descend toward the Viconga valley, with optional views of thermal springs nearby.
Overnight camping.

Cross the highest point of the trek, Cuyoc Pass (5,000 m / 16,404 ft), with expansive views of snowcapped peaks and deep valleys. Descend to the trailhead and transfer back to Huaraz.
End of the trek.

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