The Best of Huayhuash Mini Trek – Siula Grande Mountain (5D /4 N)
Overview
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5 days
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The Huayhuash trek on the mountain range is one of the most beautiful treks in the world – and it’s easy to believe.
The villages Pocpa and Llamac are usually the trailheads for this trek.
The entire length of the Cordillera Huayhuash ranges only 30 km but within its compact area lays amazing towering peaks. At almost every turn, you come face to face with glistening vertical walls of ice, snow and rock. Beautiful lakes, different kinds of birds and keep an eye out for the massive Andean Condors and for Siula Grande 6,344 m.s.n.m , the site where the popular book and motion picture “Touching the Void” took place!
Entrance Fee: Camping fees (This varies per year, please ask current rate, approx. 260 soles
Maximum altitude: 5200 Meters (Santa Rosa pass).
Location: Cordillera Huayhuash.
Average temperature: Between 13° C – 23° C during the day/ -3°C to – 1°C at night.
Distance: 70 Km
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Huaraz – Cuartelhuain (4,180 m) – Cacanan Punta Pass (4,700 m) – Janca / Mitucocha (4,230 m)
Accommodations
Tents.
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Cordillera Huayhuash
Early morning departure from Huaraz by private transport to Cuartelhuain, the starting point of our trek. From here, we begin our gradual ascent toward Cacanan Punta Pass (4,700 m), enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. We then descend to Janca (Mitucocha), a beautiful valley beside the turquoise lake, where we set up our first campsite.
Janca (4,230 m) – Carhuac Pass “Yanapunta” (4,650 m) – Carhuacocha Lake (4,140 m)
Accommodations
Tents.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Cordillera Huayhuash
Today’s hike leads us gently up to Carhuac Pass, from where we’ll enjoy breathtaking views of the Siula and Yerupajá snow peaks — two of the highest and most iconic mountains in the Huayhuash range. We continue down through open valleys until we reach the stunning Carhuacocha Lake, famous for its mirror-like reflections of the surrounding peaks.
Carhuacocha (4,140 m) – Siula Pass (4,830 m) – Huayhuash (4,350 m)
Accommodations
Tents.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
A long but unforgettable day. We climb toward the Siula viewpoint, one of the most photographed places in the Andes, where you can see three dazzling lakes — Quesillococha, Siula, and Gangrajanca — perfectly aligned below the mighty Siula Grande. After crossing Siula Pass (4,830 m), we descend to our camp in Huayhuash Valley.
Huayhuash – Trapecio Pass (5,000 m) – Cuyocpampa (4,560 m)
Accommodations
Tents.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
We trek toward the southern end of the Cordillera Huayhuash, ascending gradually to Trapecio Pass (5,000 m), one of the highest points of our journey. The panoramic views from here are spectacular. We descend into the wide and peaceful Cuyocpampa Valley, where we set up camp for the night. Optional hike to the San Antonio viewpoint for even more impressive views.
Cuyocpampa (4,560 m) – Santa Rosa Pass (5,070 m) – Huayllapa (3,600 m) – Cajatambo
Accommodations
Tents.
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Cordillera Huayhuash
Today we cross the highest point of the trek, Santa Rosa Pass (5,070 m), offering sweeping views of the surrounding giants: Cuyoc, Puscanturpa, Trapecio, Siula, Yerupajá, Sarapo, and Jurao. After a long descent to the village of Huayllapa, our private transport awaits to take us to the town of Cajatambo, marking the end of our unforgettable Huayhuash adventure.
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The Best of Huayhuash Mini Trek – Siula Grande Mountain (5D /4 N)
What‘s Included
TEA TIME: different hot drinking’s, coffee, tea, milk, chocolate, crackers, popcorn, and Tequeños.
05 Kilos personal Luggage for the Donkeys
Kitchen tent and Dining tent
Kitchen and dining full utensils.: Chair, table, stove, gas, plates, caps, forks First aid kit
Boiled water to fill your bottle every day
Hot water every day in the morning to clean up your hands and face
Tent Superior (04 season) special for Huayhuash trek
Emergency Horse
DINNER: Soups, salads, main courses, pasta, chicken, trout, beef, vegetarian options available, etc
Certificated cook, Donkeys, Donkey driver
5 MEALS PER DAY: (breakfast, snack, lunch, tea time, dinner).
For traveling with us we give you a gift: A cap, a buffet and a t-shirt
Certificated Trekking guide: (Speaks English and Spanish)
BREAKFAST: Omelet, pancake, fruit, serial,coffee, tea, milk, chocolate, butter, jam, cheese etc.
Sleeping mat: Size, 200 cm X 60 cm X 5 cm
Private transport
LUNCH: salads, soups, rice, chicken, coca tea.
Entrance Fee Huayhuash community (250.00 soles) per person
SNACK: fresh fruit, chocolates, crackers, cookies, sweets drinks.
Personal Trekking gear.
First day breakfast.
Not mentioned food (restaurant) and beverages.
Personal Spending.
Tips for our local team.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Huayhuash & Santa Cruz trekking
MarlenaW27,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with this agency during the Huayhuash and Santa Cruz treks. Everything was perfectly organized — from the logistics to the daily trekking plans. The organizers were professional and always made sure everything ran smoothly. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and very supportive throughout the journey. The cooks prepared delicious meals every day, much better than I expected in the mountains! I highly recommend this agency to anyone looking for a well-organized and unforgettable trekking adventure in Peru.
An unforgettable experience
V2737VMmoisess,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable experience in Huayhuash – just spectacular! I just returned from the Huayhuash Mini Trek (6 days) with the route to Siula Grande, and I can only say that it was one of the best adventures of my life. Every day the landscape looked like a painting: turquoise lagoons, snow-capped mountains and valleys that leave you speechless. The trekking was challenging, but the guides made everything flow safely and with good energy. Always attentive, patient and with a great knowledge of the place. In addition, the food in the camp was surprisingly delicious, perfect for regaining strength after each day. My favorite moment was watching the sunrise in front of Siula Lake — a total silence, just the wind and mountains. It was magic. I recommend this tour 100%. If you are looking for an authentic mountain experience, unique landscapes and a personal challenge in the middle of the mountain range, Huayhuash will make you fall in love.
Excellent
fannyaC9597YV,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent Service very professional 100% recommended The deal, the knowledge all very expert. Thanks for the Service.
A great walk
kimberlycS6186CH,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hi! It was a nice experience the bed we made, grateful to the team that provided us with the necessary help at all times🙌🏻
Trekking in the Huayhuash Range
yersonr149,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A nice Trekking experience in the Huayhuash Range. Some more beautiful trekking in the world with the best agency in the city of Huaraz, 100% formal agency and staff trained to provide a good Service.
Very nice trip on the Huayhuash Trek
alexandradF598MH,Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very nice trip full of adventure and new experiences and an experience I would like to make my first 5k in July, highly recommended this local agency thank you very much for a great experience greetings see you soon
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