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Santa Cruz

For those who do not have the time to complete the Huayuash  circuit or would like to add a climbing objective onto their itinerary than this trek is a great choice, Offering high passes and stunning scenery all while being surrounded by the high peaks of the Cordillera Blanca. This trek can be completed in a shorter amount of time while still offering world class adventure.

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DAY 1. We meet at your Hotel at 8 am. For introductions and discussions on the trip ahead. We head out for an acclimatization hike just outside the city followed by gear checks upon return to the hotel.

DAY 2. We head out for a day hike to Laguna Churup 4500m (14,763ft). to continue our acclimatization prep for the trip ahead. The hike takes around 5 hours round trip.
 
DAY 3. We take off early for the small village of Cashapampa to meet our donkeys and begin the trek. Once loaded up we hike up the beautiful Santa Cruz Valley. Setting up camp at Llama Corral 3900m (12,795ft).

DAY 4. We head off today to taullipampa tackling our first pass of the trip near Alpamayos basecamp. Setting up camp at 4200m (13,779ft).

DAY 5. We take off for Paria climbing over Punta Union pass at 4,750m (15,583ft), to our camp on the other side of the range at 4200m (13,779ft).

DAY 6. We take off for the Ulta Valley cutting southeast at Colcabamba taking in stunning views along the way before reaching our camp at Molina Pampa 3900m (12,795ft).

DAY 7. We head out and make our way to Avalanche a beautiful area situated below Yanarraju 5,954m (19,534ft). we make our camp at 4650m (15,255ft). below Yanarraju where we can take in the stunning views.

Dates

2022 Dates are arranged on a private basis July through September

Cost

2 People pp 2200.00
4+ Persons pp 1800.00

Included

 

  • Bus station pick up and transport to hotel.

  • All transport to and from trailheads.

  • Hotel in Huaraz

  • All group equipment 

  • Cooks and food during the expedition

  • Donkeys

  • Trekking guide

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