Acclimatization Tour in Huaraz - Community Support Full Day

Huaraz - This significant acclimatization tour is also a charity initiative. When participants pay for the tour, 5% of the price is allocated to purchase goods for a selected individual or village in need. This process is organized in the presence of contributors, allowing those who purchase our tours and travel products to enjoy a visit to a chosen location. We do not favor any particular village, community, or individual; instead, we randomly select a village or community far from the city. With the assistance of local governors, priests, or special individuals, we carefully assess their genuine needs and situations. Once we identify a person, children, elderly individuals, homeless people, or a community in real need, they are designated for the next full-day acclimatization tour. This visit and tour will be an interesting and wonderful experience, with an itinerary designed to include stops at lakes, scenic viewpoints, natural tourist spots, local artisans, or opportunities to observe local traditions and culture. Upon reaching the designated person or community, donations are made in the presence of contributors, ensuring their cooperation directly benefits those in need, rather than being deposited into black bank accounts. Many large organizations request charity travel, but funds often end up in luxury offices and black bank accounts. By participating in this wonderful acclimatization tour, contributors create lasting memories. We sincerely thank you for reading, sharing, or recommending our products on behalf of the Huaraz and surrounding communities. A thousand thanks! The tour concludes with a return to the Huaraz Hotel, with an estimated arrival by 7 pm from any location.

Huaraz – Huanucoviejo – Queropalca

Huanuco Pampa - Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel, followed by a transfer to La Union via a paved highway, approximately a 4-hour journey to reach the La Union District. From there, a 20-minute drive leads to the Inca’s Ruins of Huanucoviejo or Huanucopampa. Visitors will explore the ruins for about an hour, observing the main buildings of the Incas, including the Ushnu or ceremonial center, the Acllawasi or women’s house, the military house, and the Inca baths. The site features six beautiful porches at the main entrance to the principal building. After visiting the entire archaeological site, the journey continues to the Baños district, named for its hot springs in the Inca baths. Passing through this town, the tour proceeds to Queropalca, arriving at the campsite in the district of Queropalca at 3841 meters above sea level.

Queropalca – Carhuacocha

Carhuacocha – Mitucocha

Cordillera Huayhuash - Enjoy breakfast at the campsite in Carhuacocha, then hike up to the Carhuac Pass, surrounded by the stunning mountains and lakes of Huayhuash. The hike to the pass takes about 3 hours, followed by a descent to the next campsite at Janca, down to Mitucocha. Dinner and overnight stay at 4200 meters above sea level.

Mitucocha – Rondoy

Cordillera Huayhuash - Start the day with a typical breakfast at the campsite, then hike to Lake Mitucocha. The trail then turns to the right, ascending a gentle slope to the next pass, Cacanan Pass, at 4750 meters above sea level. After approximately 4 hours of hiking, the pass is reached, offering spectacular views. The descent to the Rondoy campsite takes about 3 hours, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at 4100 meters above sea level.

Rondoy – Jahuacocha

Jahuacocha – Llamac – Huaraz

Llamac - As the journey nears its end, participants will feel the bittersweet departure from this beautiful long trek. The group will ascend gently to Pampallamac, where they will bid farewell to the Huayhuash Mountains. A short descent leads to a lunch spot, followed by a brief rest. The descent continues to Llamac town, arriving around 1 or 2 pm. From Llamac, the journey continues along the Llamac River to Timpoc, where the Llamac and Pacllon rivers converge. From there, the route ascends along the Ainin River to Chiquian, arriving around noon. Passengers can explore the village before continuing to Huaraz. The drive to Huaraz takes approximately 3 hours without stops, concluding at the hotel. The trek covers 6.21 miles (10 km) over 6 hours, with a 4-hour bus ride. Meals: B/L

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

• Other

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.