Alpamayo trekking circuit

This is an interesting route because it affords the classic view of the north side of Alpamayo, which was voted “the most beautiful mountain in the world”.  The trek wanders through beautiful landscapes composed of snow-covered peaks, lakes, and green Andean vegetation.  It crosses many passes and visits a classic high Andean village, Colcabamba, whose inhabitants lead a traditional way of life maintaining their ancient customs.  It is rated “difficult”, but rewards the traveler with a sense of wonder and discovery that will not soon be forgotten.

Tour type: trekking
Trek Grade: Moderate
Duration:  9 days
Best time to go: April - September
Maximum Altitude: 4850m
Average walking per day: 5 - 7 hours.

Itinerary at a glance

Day 1: Huaraz - Caraz - Hualcayan 3250m - Amacuna 4400m.
Day 2: Amacuna – Llampapashillun 4850m – Osoruri 4500m
Day 3: Osoruri - Jancarurish 4200m
Day 4: Jankarurish, visit viewpoint of Alpamayo mount
Day 5: Jancarurish - Kara Kara pass 4830m - Mesapata 4600m - Willka 4200m.
Day 6: Willka - Yanajanka pass 4500m - Jankapampa 3700m.
Day 7: Jankapampa - Tupa Tupa pass 4400m - Huecrococha lake 3950m.
Day 8: Huecrococha - Alto Pukahirka pass 4650m - Paria 3800m
Day 9: Paria - Vaqueria - Portachuelo 4767m - Llanganuco lakes - Huaraz

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