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Located about 50 km south of the Cordillera Blanca, and 250 km northeast of Lima, Huayhuash is one of the least known mountain ranges in the world and at the same time one of the most beautiful.
It stretches along 30 km from north to south and includes a string of gorgeous snow-capped mountains, most notably the Yerupaja, and dozens of glaciered lakes of unparalleled beauty like Carhuacocha, Jahuacocha, Mitucocha, among others. The full trekking circuit that, according to experts is one of the world's most spectacular routes, stretches along some 165 kilometers (100 miles) and can be walked in about 12 days. |
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Only one route goes full circle around the range. Two days after leaving Chiquian (3,400 m.a.s.l), travelers will reach the heart of the range. The route climbs over five mountain passes and crosses charming peasant farming and herder's communities like Llamac, Pocpa, Huayllapa and Pacllon, to complete the northern section of the loop. The route then continues along the eastern side and finishes on the western face of the mountains.
A shorter circuit (45 kilometers) links Chiquian to Jahuacocha Lake. The trek sets off from the villages of Llamac and Pocpa and finishes at Pacllon. Extraordinary glaciers, crystal-clear lakes, herds of llama and alpaca, hospitable residents and, most of all, pristine landscapes are the reward awaiting those willing to venture in the discovery of this unique trekking circuit.
Cordillera Huayhuash Circuit Map
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Click on the following links to find information and maps of the most popular trekking and climbing circuits and rafting options:
Trekking and Climbing
River Rafting
