Santa Cruz Trek 2027

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 400 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking:

To secure your place, you only need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of the adventure.

Cancellation Policy:

You can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to 72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and cancellations will not be possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 400 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking:

To secure your place, you only need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of the adventure.

Cancellation Policy:

You can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to 72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and cancellations will not be possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 410 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00 PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking:

To secure your place, you only need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of the adventure.

Cancellation Policy:

You can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to 72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and cancellations will not be possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 410 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00 PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking:

To secure your place, you only need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of the adventure.

Cancellation Policy:

You can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to 72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and cancellations will not be possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 410 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00 PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking:

To secure your place, you only need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of the adventure.

Cancellation Policy:

You can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to 72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and cancellations will not be possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 400 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking:

To secure your place, you only need to make a deposit of 30% of the total price per person once we confirm your payment, we will send you the booking ticket or contract.
The remaining balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or directly at your hotel, in cash, before the start of the adventure.

Cancellation Policy:

You can change your booking date free of charge or cancel with a 100% refund up to 72 hours before the start of the trek. After this time, changes and cancellations will not be possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.

We strongly recommend contacting us as soon as possible if you need to modify or cancel your booking. Our team will always do its best to assist you whenever possible.

 GROUP 4-10 TRAVELERS

Santa Cruz Trek. – It is one of the most visited hikes in the Cordillera Blanca, due to its easy and short access of 4 days, it has a moderate difficulty and reaches a maximum height at the Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m) and Portachuelo de llanganuco (4,765 m) On its route there is a variety of flora, fauna, cold water lagoons, views of beautiful mountain meadows and ancient gramid pastures, you can see the snow-capped Alpamayo, Artezonraju, Quitaraju and an impressive panoramic view of the Santa Cruz Valley and Huaripampa.

Trek Details:

• Destination: Huaraz, Peru, South America
• Route: Santa Cruz Classic
• Altitude Range: 2,900 – 4,750 m (9,514 – 15,584 ft)
• Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights – Approx. 43 km
• Season: All year Day: 12°C to 23°C Night: 0°C to –5°C
• Activity: Nature & Adventure Trekking
• Meeting Point: Hotel in Huaraz or Office
• Technical Difficulty: Moderate
• Effort Level: Demanding
• Daily Hiking Time: 6 - 8 hours

Price: Classic Group Service US$ 450 per person

ITINERARY:

Day 1: Huaraz (3,090 m / 10,138 ft) / Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) / Llamacorral (3,760 m / 12,335 ft)

Pick-up from your hotel at 5:00 AM and transfer north through the towns of Carhuaz, Yungay, and Caraz. Arrival in Cashapampa (2,900 m / 9,514 ft) where the trek begins.
We follow the Santa Cruz gorge until reaching the Llamacorral campsite.

Elevation gain: +860 m / +2,822 ft

Hiking time: 3–4 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 2: Llamacorral → Taullipampa (4,250 m / 13,944 ft)

We hike across the wide Santa Cruz Valley, passing the turquoise Ichiccocha and Hatuncocha lagoons. From Quisuar, we take a scenic side trail to Arhuaycocha Lagoon, with spectacular views of Quitaraju (6,040 m / 19,816 ft), Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,511 ft), Artezonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft), and arrival at the Taullipampa campsite.

Elevation gain: +490 m / +1,607 ft

Hiking time: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 3: Taullipampa → Punta Unión Pass (4,750 m / 15,584 ft) → Cachinapampa (3,600 m / 11,811 ft)

We ascend to the iconic Punta Unión Pass, the highest point of the trek, offering magnificent 360° views of the Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Negra, descent through the Huaripampa Valley until reaching Cachinapampa.

Elevation gain: +500 m / +1,640 ft

Descent: –1,150 m / –3,773 ft

Hiking time: 6–7 hours

Meals: B / L / D

Day 4: Cachinapampa → Vaquería (3,500 m / 11,482 ft) → Portachuelo Pass (4,765 m / 15,633 ft) → Huaraz

We continue descending to the village of Huaripampa and then climb gently to Vaquería.
From here, private transport takes us back to Huaraz, crossing the famous Portachuelo de Llanganuco Pass, with breathtaking views of Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Huandoy, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Hiking: 3 hours

Transport: 4–5 hours

Meals: B / L

Arrive to Huaraz: 4:00PM

Includes:

• Professional trekking guide (English-spanish) (1)
• Cook Staff trained to prepare a variety of dishes (1)
• Donkey Driver Staff who carry the gear and all the equipment with the mules (1)
• Private tourist transportation to the starting and end point of the trek
• Meals during the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) Optional vegetarian meal
• Camping equipment (2 person sleeping per tent, dining tent, kitchen and bathroom tent)
• Kitchen logistics equipment (cooking utensils, pots, plates, cutlery, chairs, tables, gas)
• Donkeys for transporting luggage and food (6 kilos of personal equipment for the donkey)
• Emergency horse (1) in case of evacuation during the expedition
• Hot water in the morning for washing hands and face every day
• Boiled water for your bottle every day
• First-aid kit, two-way radio, and personalized assistance
• Sleeping pad
• Your duffel bag should contain.- your sleeping bag and personal belongings, with a maximum weight of 6 kg, and will be carried by donkeys. During the day, you will only carry your small backpack with personal items.

Not Included

• Personal clothes for Trekking
• Extra meals and drinks in the cities
• Travel Insurance, accident and evacuation
• Transfer in/out Airport / hotel / bus station / Hotel / Huaraz
• Buss ticket Huaraz / Lima
• Breakfast (day 1) Dinner (last day)
• Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (S/ 60.00)
• Sleeping bag (if you don’t have we can to rent)($ 8.00 for Day)
• Tips (driver, guide, cook, muleteer)

Booking & Payment

To secure your place on the trek, a 30% deposit of the total price per person is required.

Once we receive and confirm your payment, we will send you your official booking confirmation and reservation document with all the details of your trip.

The remaining 70% balance can be paid in Huaraz during the pre-trip briefing, either at our office or at your hotel. The balance must be paid in cash before the start of the trek or adventure.

Your reservation is confirmed once the 30% deposit has been received and confirmed by our team.

Cancellation & Date Change Policy

We understand that travel plans can sometimes change. That is why we offer a flexible cancellation and date-change policy.

• Free cancellation: You may cancel your booking and receive a 100% refund if you notify us at least 72 hours before the scheduled start of your trek.

• Free date change: You may also change your trekking date free of charge, subject to availability, provided that the request is made at least 72 hours before the scheduled start date.

• Within 72 hours: Cancellations, date changes, and refunds are not permitted within 72 hours of the scheduled start of the trek.