Acclimatizing Tour around Huaraz Full Day- Community Support

Huaraz - This essential acclimatizing tour is also a charity initiative. When you pay for this tour, 5% of the total amount is used to purchase goods for a selected person or village in need. The donation process is organized in the presence of contributors, ensuring transparency and direct impact. We do not favor any specific village or community; instead, we randomly select a remote area and thoroughly investigate their needs with the help of local authorities or trusted individuals. Once we identify a genuine need, we plan the next full-day acclimatizing tour, which includes visits to scenic spots like lakes, viewpoints, and local artisan areas to experience the local culture and traditions. Upon reaching the chosen community, the donation is made in the presence of contributors, ensuring that their support directly benefits those in need. This approach contrasts with many large organizations where donations often end up in luxury offices or black bank accounts. By participating in this tour, you create lasting memories and make a real difference. We deeply appreciate your support and thank you on behalf of the Huaraz and surrounding communities. The tour concludes with a return to your Huaraz hotel by 7 pm.

Huaraz – Laguna 69 – Hospedaje Illary Vaqueria

Alpamayo - Departing from Huaraz at 6 am, we transfer directly to Cebollapampa, passing by the Llanganuco Lakes at 3850 meters above sea level. From the trailhead at Cebollapampa, we begin a 3-hour hike to Lake 69, with the first hour on flat terrain, followed by a zigzag trail. After enjoying the lake and panoramic mountain views for about an hour, we hike back down for 2 hours to the car. We then drive up to Portachuelo de Llanganuco, enjoying the sunset over the mountains, before descending to the Vaqueria mountain hostel for dinner and an overnight stay at 3750 meters above sea level.

Hospedaje Illary Vaqueria – Pomabamba

Alpamayo - After breakfast at the hostel in Vaqueria, we depart at 8 am for Pomabamba province, passing through several typical Andean villages and landscapes with white peak mountains. We arrive in Pomabamba around 2 pm for lunch, with a free afternoon to visit hot springs and explore the town. Dinner and overnight stay in a basic hostel in Pomabamba at 2948 meters above sea level. The drive takes approximately 4 hours.

Pomabamba – Jancapampa

Alpamayo - After breakfast in Pomabamba, we drive for about 2 hours to Jancapampa, passing through beautiful landscapes and typical villages. Upon arrival, we meet the donkey drivers and load our logistics before hiking for about 2 hours to our campsite, which offers stunning mountain views next to a river. Lunch is served around 2 pm, followed by a free afternoon to explore the base of Pucajirca Mountain. Dinner and overnight stay in Jancapampa.

Jancapampa – Yanacon Pass – Huillca

Alpamayo - We embark on a challenging hike up to Yanacon Pass at 4850 meters above sea level, the most difficult pass in this circuit. We then descend to the Huillca campsite at 4300 meters above sea level. The total walking distance is 14 km, taking approximately 8 hours.

Huillca – Safuna – Mesapata Pass – Tayapampa

Alpamayo - In the morning, we hike to Lake Safuna and then ascend to Mesapata Pass at 4500 meters above sea level, an easier pass. We then descend for a couple of hours, covering a total distance of about 10 km in 7 hours.

Tayapampa – Caracara Pass – Jancarurish

Alpamayo - We start early, hiking up to the windy Caracara Pass at 4850 meters above sea level. From the pass, we enjoy breathtaking views of the Santa Cruz massif and the pyramidal Alpamayo, considered one of the most beautiful mountains in the world. We set up camp at the North Base Camp of Alpamayo, called Jancarurish, at 4250 meters above sea level. Dinner and overnight stay, with a hiking distance of about 10 km in 8 hours.

Jancarurish – North Face Base Camp Alpamayo

Alpamayo - This is a free day to rest and explore at your own pace. You can hike to the base camp of Alpamayo or Santa Cruz, or simply relax at the campsite. Dinner and overnight stay at 4250 meters above sea level, with walking distances depending on your activities.

Jancarurish – Ruinapampa – Ichic Vientona – Osoruri

Alpamayo - After breakfast, we have an easy walk down the Cedros Valley for a couple of hours to reach Ruinapampa. After a short rest, we start a zigzag trail for about 3 hours, reaching the highest pass, Ichic Vientona, at 4750 meters above sea level. From the pass, it takes about an hour to reach the Osoruri campsite at 4625 meters above sea level, where we can enjoy a beautiful sunset over the black mountain. The total walking time is around 9 hours.

Osoruri – Jatun Vientona – Calamina

Alpamayo - Today, we have an easy walk up to the Hatun Vientona Pass at 4850 meters above sea level, which takes about an hour from the campsite. We then descend to the blue lake of Cullicocha, where we have lunch, before continuing down to the Calamina campsite at about 3800 meters above sea level. The total walking distance is approximately 8 hours.

Calamina – Hualacayan – Huaraz

Alpamayo - On the last day of the trek, we have an easy 3-hour walk down to the village of Hualcayan at approximately 2800 meters above sea level. From there, we transfer back to Huaraz, a 4-hour drive, arriving around 4 pm.

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