Hua-04 : Santa Cruz Trek - Andean Splendor

from $465

Duration

4 days

Type

Guided

Difficulty

Easy

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About This Tour

One of the best hikes in the world

While many people flock to the trails near Machu Picchu, this overlooked hiking mecca north of Lima has a fraction of the visitors, offering relative solitude for such a spectacular place. This trek winds its way through the valleys of the Cordillera Blancas while passing beautiful turquoise lakes on its way to the highest point on the trek, Punta Union.

ITINERARY

During the 4 days you will walk in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca enjoying a beautiful view of the Andean landscapes, passing through ancient Inca trails surrounded by quenuales forests and exotic high Andean flora; as well as rivers with crystalline waters, lagoons and the impressive view that the "Punta Unión" pass offers us of the snow-capped mountains of the Cordillera Blanca.

Duration: 4 days

Distance: 42 km.

Highest point: 4,750 m (Punta Union Pass)

Difficulty: moderate

Destinations

Peru

Activities

Hiking / Walking

Language

English, Spanish

Themes

Adventure Activities, Nature / Wildlife

Operator

IZI PERU

Inclusions

Transportation From your hotel in Huaraz to the starting point of the trek
Transportation from the end of the trek to your hotel in Huaraz
Camping equipment: Good quality mountain tents (2 people per tent), mats, dining tent, kitchen tent, tables, chairs, dishes and kitchen utensils.
Food: Breakfast, lunch and dinner (option for vegetarians).
Guide: Certified walking guide (English or Spanish) for another language on request.
Cook trained to prepare varied and healthy dishes.
Arriero: In charge of loading the donkeys and driving them.
Donkeys: The number of donkeys depends on the size of the group. You can carry up to 8 kg of personal items that will be loaded onto the donkeys. During the day you will only carry your backpack with things for personal use.

Exclusions

Entrance into the Cordillera Huayhuash (S/. 70).
Sleeping bag (rental possible)
Snacks / personal water

Indicative price, subject to variation.

Tour Plan

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Please Note

Contact us for availability before make a reservation / Reservations can be made until 2 days before departure. If you wish to make a reservation after this deadline, please contact us to confirm availability. Agency's opening hours on the contact page.