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Santa Cruz Trek

Name: Santa Cruz Trek
Brand: Remote Expeditions
SKU: 34517
Price: 900 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (13 reviews)

Explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Santa Cruz Trek, from Andean peaks to serene turquoise lakes. An adventure awaits!

Overview

Regarded as one of the most breathtaking trails within the White Mountain Range due to its unparalleled beauty and ease of access. Journey through mesmerizing landscapes, including the towering Nevado Huascarán – the highest peak in Peru. Marvel at the sights of Huandoy, Yanapaccha, Pisco, Chacraraju, and Chopicalqui. Gaze upon the Alpamayo, hailed as one of the world’s most picturesque mountains, and the iconic Artesonraju, known as the “Paramount Mountain”, along with Rinrihirca, Taulliraju, and stunning lagoons.

From 900 € 4 Days / 3 Nights Walking Grade: Difficult

Day 1: Huaraz-Yungay-Llanganuco Lagoons-Portachuelo (4,768 M.), Vaquería-Paria (3,810 M.)
Day 2: Paria-Punta Unión-Taullipampa (4,750 M.– 4,250 M.)
Day 3: Taullipampa – Alpamayo Viewpoint – Arhuaycocha - Jatuncocha, Llamacorral (4,250 M.– 3760M.)
Day 4: Llamacorral-Cashapampa-Huaraz (3,760 M. – 2,970 M.)

Trip Details

Country

Peru

Group Size

8 Travelers Max

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Relax

Tour Highlights

Panoramic views of Cordillera Blanca
Discover Peruvian wildlife
Trekking through unique landscapes

Tour Type

Shared

Thematics

Nature & Wildlife
Photography
Trekking

Itinerary

DAY 1

Huaraz-Yungay-Llanganuco Lagoons-Portachuelo (4,768 M.), Vaquería-Paria (3,810 M.)

We embark on a private transport from Huaraz at 6 am, journeying through charming villages such as Tarica, Anta, Carhuaz, and Yungay. Entering the Huascarán National Park, we’ll be enchanted by the Llanganuco Valley, pau...

L, D 6h Camping (or similar)

DAY 2

Paria-Punta Unión-Taullipampa (4,750 M.– 4,250 M.)

Awakening to a camp breakfast, we begin our ascent to the highest point of our hike, Punta Unión at 4,750m, over approximately 5 hours. Along the way, we’ll be treated to wild flora, high-altitude animals, and birds. Thi...

B, L, D 7h Camping (or similar)

DAY 3

Taullipampa – Alpamayo Viewpoint – Arhuaycocha - Jatuncocha, Llamacorral (4,250 M.– 3760M.)

Post-breakfast, we venture to the Alpamayo viewpoint before moving towards Alpamayo’s base camp. After capturing memories with photographs, we’ll visit the Arhuaycocha lagoon at 4,420 m, offering some of the Cordillera B...

B, L, D 9h Camping (or similar)

DAY 4

Llamacorral-Cashapampa-Huaraz (3,760 M. – 2,970 M.)

On our final day within the Huascarán National Park, we trek towards the village of Cashapampa, a 3-hour journey flanked by the river and lush greenery. Upon arrival, our private transport awaits to whisk us back to Huar...

B 8h

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Price Details

Price

900 € per person

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