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.
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.
