Acclimatizing tour around Huaraz - Community Support Program

Huaraz - Today, we have a significant acclimatizing tour that also serves a charitable purpose. When you make a payment, 5% of the total amount is allocated to purchase goods for a selected individual or village in need. This initiative is organized in the presence of contributors, ensuring that those who support us by purchasing our tours and travel products can witness the impact of their contribution. We do not favor any specific village, community, or individual; instead, we randomly select a remote village or community and thoroughly investigate their needs with the help of local governors, priests, or other key figures. Once we identify a person, children, elderly individuals, homeless people, or a community in genuine need, we schedule them for the next acclimatizing tour. This full-day tour includes visits to lakes, scenic viewpoints, natural tourist spots, local artisans, and cultural sites. Upon reaching the designated person or community, we make the donation in the presence of contributors, ensuring transparency and direct impact. Unlike many large organizations where donations end up in luxury offices or black bank accounts, our approach guarantees that your cooperation directly benefits those in need. By participating in this tour, you create lasting memories and make a meaningful contribution. We deeply appreciate your support and thank you on behalf of the Huaraz and surrounding communities. The tour concludes with a return to the Huaraz Hotel, with an expected arrival by 7 pm.

Huaraz – Laguna 69 – Hospedaje Illary Vaqueria

Laguna 69 - Departure is around 6 am from Huaraz, with a direct transfer to Cebollapampa, passing by the Llanganuco Lakes at 3850 meters above sea level. The hike begins at the Cebollapampa trailhead, with the first hour on flat terrain, followed by a zigzag trail for the next two hours to reach the lake. The total hike to the lake takes about 3 hours. You will have approximately one hour to enjoy the panoramic mountain views and the lake itself before descending for about 2 hours back to the car. The journey continues with a one-hour drive to Portachuelo de Llanganuco, where you can enjoy the sunset reflecting on the mountains. Finally, we descend to the Vaqueria mountain hostel, set in a completely natural environment, for dinner and an overnight stay at 3750 meters above sea level.

Hospedaje Illary Vaqueria – Pomabamba

Pomabamba – Garampayoc

Alpamayo - After breakfast at the Pomabamba Hostel, we start hiking along the Pomabamba River, ascending the left side via local trails through several Andean villages. As we climb, we observe diverse landscapes and panoramic mountain views. We will have lunch on a quiet slope full of pasture. Afterward, we arrive at Garampayoc Lake, a beautiful spot where we will camp at around 3950 meters above sea level. The walking distance is approximately 12 km, taking about 8 hours.

Garampayoc – Huillca

Alpamayo - From Garampayoc Lake, we hike up after breakfast, taking about two hours to reach the Patapampa pass at 4600 meters above sea level. The trail is quite steep for about 3 hours until we reach Huillca at 4200 meters above sea level. The walking distance is about 10 km, taking approximately 8 hours.

Huillca – Safuna – Mesapata Pass – Tayapampa

Alpamayo - In the morning, we start hiking to Lake Safuna, then ascend to the Mesapata pass at 4500 meters above sea level, an easy pass. We then descend for a couple of hours. The total hiking distance is about 10 km, taking around 7 hours.

Tayapampa – Caracara Pass – Jancarurish

Alpamayo - We begin with an early hike up to the Caracara windy pass at 4850 meters above sea level, then descend deeply from the pass, enjoying beautiful 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. The hiking distance is about 10 km, taking approximately 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 to Santa Cruz or simply relax at the campsite. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at 4250 meters above sea level. The walking distance depends on your preference.

Jancarurish – Ruinapampa – Ichic Vientona – Osoruri

Alpamayo - After breakfast, we have an easy walk down along 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 approximately one hour to reach the campsite at Osoruri, at 4625 meters above sea level, where we can observe 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. It takes about an hour to reach the pass from the campsite. You will be impressed by the beautiful blue lake of Cullicocha, where we will have lunch. We then descend to Calamina for the campsite at about 3800 meters above sea level. The walking distance is approximately 8 hours.

Calamina – Hualacayan – Huaraz

Alpamayo - On the last day of the trek, we have an easy walk down for about 3 hours to the village of Hualcayan at approximately 2800 meters above sea level. The trail ends here, where we meet our transfer to Huaraz. The drive from Hualcayan to Huaraz takes about 4 hours, with an expected arrival around 4 pm.

• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast

• All fees and/or taxes

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