Explore the world with tourHQ
Peru · Trekking
The journey
Embark on an exhilarating 5-day trek in the Huayhuash mountains from Huaraz, with time to acclimatise before heading into the range. Travel through Llamac and the Pocpa valley, be mesmerised by Ninashanca Mountain, and appreciate panoramic views of the beautiful green lake of Solterococha. Cross Sambunya Pass, camp at Rondoy and Jahuacocha, and enjoy a rest day by Lake Rasac with time for fishing or hiking. This trek offers an unforgettable way to experience the Peruvian mountains under starry skies.
Cross Sambunya Pass, camp at Rondoy and Jahuacocha, and enjoy a rest day by Lake Rasac with time for fishing or hiking.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Meet your tour guide at a pre-decided location.
This day is reserved for acclimatisation. Your guide will help you get used to the high altitude of Huaraz before you set out on your trek.
Pack your bags and set out from Huaraz to Llamac at 9:00 AM.
Begin driving southward and cross the Conococha Pass.
Make your way to the southernmost peaks of the Cordillera Blanca. This range of the Huayhuash is a single cluster of seven of the highest and most dramatic summits in Peru.
Descend to the small town of Llamac and travel through the Pocpa valley. You will see Pocpa, a small town located 3600 m above sea level.
Arrive at Pallca at 2:00 PM.
Continue for half an hour to your campsite at Rondoy, located 4000 m above sea level.
On the way, be mesmerised by Ninashanca Mountain.
Overnight camp at Rondoy.
Start your day with breakfast at the campsite.
Begin your hike up to Sambunya Pass.
Stop by the beautiful mountains for a quick photo session.
Appreciate the panoramic views of the beautiful green lake of Soltero Cocha as you descend.
Trek to Jahuacocha, your campsite for the night, located 4200 m above sea level.
Arrive at the campsite for dinner and rest for the night.
Enjoy your breakfast at the campsite.
You may go fishing or hike around Lake Rasac.
Visit the beautiful Solterococha.
Return to the campsite in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Dinner and overnight at Jahacocha Camp Place.
Begin your day with breakfast at the campsite.
Go on an easy trek to Pampallamac, where you will catch your last glimpse of the Huayhuash Mountains.
Have lunch and rest for a while.
Leave for Llamac town, driving down along the Llamac River until Timpoc, where you will see where the Llamac River and the Pavillon River join.
Continue to Chiquian along the Ainin River.
Explore Chiquian.
Drive for 3 hours to your hotel in Huaraz.
Where this trip takes you
Sambunya Pass, Jahuacocha campsite, Ninashanca Mountain, Lake Rasac
The route
The fine print
One acclimatising community support tour
Transfers in and out from your hotel in Huaraz to the trailhead and trek end point
English-speaking Huaraz trekking guide
Emergency horse and guide assistance for more than 5 passengers
Cook for more than 5 passengers; otherwise, the guide cooks for fewer than 4 passengers
Cook helper for more than 5 passengers
Boiled drinking water for your bottles
Donkey carriers
Donkeys for carrying camping logistics as needed
Emergency horse for evacuation
Cooking tent
Group tent for more than 5 passengers
Cooking utensils
Chairs and tables
Complete food during your trek, except for the first breakfast at your hotel and the last dinner in Huaraz
Sleeping tents for two people per tent
Sleeping mattresses
Emergency basic first aid kit
Oxygen
Hot water to wash your hands
Huayhuash community entrance fees
Personal medicines if you have a medical prescription
Personal trekking clothes or equipment (warm clothes, rain clothes, hiking sticks, etc.)
Personal toiletries
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
When you make a payment, 5% of the total price will be donated to buy goods for a person or village that requires support. Those in need receive the benefits of this program after careful investigation with help from governors and priests.
The donations will be made in front of the contributor to ensure complete transparency of the process.
Logistics
Your 5 days finish where they began, in Huaraz.
Watch the film
Create your own adventure
Say goodbye to travel stress.
Starting from
When
Travellers
Total
—
