Santa Cruz Trekking Adventure in Huaraz, Peru

4 days Not CancellablePickup availableOn requestGuided Operated by IZI PERU

Why we love it?

The Santa Cruz Trek – Andean Splendor is a four-day trekking experience in the stunning Cordillera Blanca region of Huaraz, Peru. This trek is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, offering breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and diverse Andean flora and fauna. Participants will hike through varied landscapes, including the high-altitude Punta Union pass, which stands at 4,750 meters, providing panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains. The tour includes essential amenities such as camping equipment, meals (with vegetarian options), and a certified guide fluent in English or Spanish, ensuring a comfortable and informative adventure in one of Peru's most scenic areas.

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

Itinerary

Day 1

» Walking time: 4 to 5 hours approx.

Day 2

» Walking time: 5 to 6 hours approx.

Day 3

» Walking time: 7 to 8 hours approx.

Day 4

»Walking time: 2 to 3 hours approx.

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.

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable booking