HUAYHUASH TREK, PERU
August 2–9, 2027
$2,495 (US dollars)
- Moderate to Challenging Hiking
- Good physical condition is required
- Good health is required
- You can rent a horse
The Huayhuash Mountain Range
A journey that captivates with the unspoiled natural beauty of the Andes in northern Peru, where we’ll be surrounded by majestic mountains rising over 6,000 meters in altitude, alongside beautiful turquoise glacial lakes. An event designed for photographers and nature lovers who want to experience a mountain trek with all the services and safety protocols required to make this an unforgettable experience.
We have chosen the best season to visit the Huayhuash Range to capture the colors, atmospheres, and contrasts that highlight the area’s landscapes. We will focus our attention on the scenery, making the most of both day and night, when we will be accompanied by the Milky Way in all its splendor. We have also planned a period of acclimatization in the city of Huaraz (3,020 m) to gradually adjust to the altitude.
Huayhuash is one of the most beautiful mountain trekking circuits in the world, but it is also physically demanding, as the hikes take place at an altitude of over 4,000 meters. That is why we recommend this trek only for people who arein good health, physically fit, and accustomed to hiking at high altitudes. Participants who feel they are not physically prepared may request the services of a personal horse to assist them on the most demanding sections.
A great photographic adventure awaits us in the Heart of the Andes!
PHOTO EXPEDITION
HUAYHUASH, PERU
START OF THE TOUR
AUGUST 2, 2027: HUARAZ Airport ,Anta (ATA)
END OF THE TOUR
AUGUST 9, 2027: HUARAZ Airport, Anta (ATA)
DAY 1: Huaraz, Peru
Our meeting point will be the airport in the city of Huaraz, Peru: Anta Airport (ATA).
Upon arrival in Huaraz, our staff will transport the group to our hotel to check in and prepare for the first day of acclimatization, during which we will visit a scenic viewpoint for the first photo session.
DAY 2: Huaraz
After lunch, we will begin our second day of acclimatization in Huaraz. We’ll hike to a scenic overlook where we can photograph the sunset and the blue hour against the backdrop of the beautiful Cordillera Blanca.
Distance to be covered: 5 kilometers
DAY 3: Huayhuash
We’ll wake up very early to travel by bus to the Huayhuash Mountain Range (elevation 3,830 meters), where we’ll begin our first trek to reach our first campsite at Carhuacocha (4,125 meters) and enjoy our first sunset against the backdrop of the majestic mountains. In the evening, we’ll have the opportunity to gaze at and photograph the Milky Way in this beautiful setting.
Distance to be covered: 9 kilometers
DAY 4: Huayhuash
After photographing our first sunrise in Huayhuash and enjoying breakfast with a unique view, we’ll begin the ascent that will take us to one of the most spectacular spots: the Three Lakes Viewpoint. We’ll hike a trail at the foot of Nevado Siulá until we reach a viewpoint where we can photograph the 03 Lagunas from above. Possibly the most spectacular mountain location in the Peruvian Andes.
Distance: 14 kilometers total
DAY 5: Huayhuash
Our day will begin very early in the morning so we can photograph the sunrise—a must-see spectacle—against the backdrop of the majestic Nevado Yerupajá: Peru’s second-highest mountain, standing at 6,635 meters. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll hike to our next campsite, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the main peaks of the Huayhuash Range.
Distance: 10 kilometers
DAY 6: Huayhuash
Discovering the majestic snow-capped peak of Jirishanca. We’ll go on a trek to climb to a viewpoint and photograph the summits of the snow-capped peaks: Jirishanca, Rondoy, and Ninashanca. Along the way, we’ll come across small waterfalls and rivers where we can take long-exposure photos to capture the “silk or bridal veil” effect. And at night, we’ll have the opportunity to do astrophotography.
Distance to be covered: 6 kilometers
ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY IN HUAYHUASH
On our trek, we’ll enjoy the scenery not only during the day but also at night. The sky over the Huayhuash Range is one of the darkest in the world and among the best for stargazing and astrophotography, thanks to the high altitude and its location far from artificial light pollution. We will offer a talk and guidance every night so that participants can learn the techniques for photographing the night sky and capture the Milky Way.
DAY 7: Huayhuash
We’ll set out very early in the morning to a strategic spot to capture the first rays of sunlight against the backdrop of Mount Jirishanca. After breakfast, we’ll begin our hike across the Huayhuash Range and take in the view of the valley from the 4,750-meter-high Cacanán Punta Pass. We’ll likely be able to photograph condors from this vantage point. After lunch, our vehicle will be waiting to take us back to the city of Huaraz.
Distance: 12 kilometers
DAY 8: Huaraz Airport
After breakfast, we will head to Huaraz Airport (ATA) for our return flight to Lima.
We are scheduled to arrive at Lima Airport around 10:00 a.m.
END OF THE JOURNEY
$2,495 (U.S. dollars)
Reserve your spot by paying a deposit of $995
- Transfer: Huaraz Airport – Hotel – Huaraz Airport
- 3-night hotel stay in Huaraz in a double room
- 2-day acclimatization trek in Huaraz
- Transportation: Huaraz – Huayhuash – Huaraz
- Logistics for the 5-day, 4-night trek in Huayhuash
- Full board in Huayhuash (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Single-person high-altitude tent
- High-altitude down sleeping bag
- Sleeping pads, blankets, and mountaineering gear
- Certified Mountain Guide
- Pack animals and emergency horses
- Cooks, mule drivers, and assistants
- Kitchen tent, dining tent, and mountaineering gear
- Revenue for the communities in Huayhuash and Huascarán National Park
- Photography advice and guidance by Jheison Huerta
- Flight tickets from your home country to the city of Huaraz
- Travel Insurance
- Food and Beverages in Restaurants
- Taxis
- Tips
EXTRAS
- Participants may request a single room for an additional fee.
- Participants may opt to do the trek on horseback for an additional fee.
MOUNTAIN CLOTHING AND GEAR PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT
A list containing all the detailed information about the clothing, equipment, and personal items needed for the trek will be provided to participants once they confirm their participation.
Jheison Huerta
The expedition will be led by Peruvian photographer Jheison Huerta and his team of collaborators. Founder of the Photo Andes agency, which has been organizing photography tours since 2014 to most photogenic destinations in the world, such as Peru, Norway, Iceland, Morocco, Bolivia, Italy, and Argentina, among others.
He is currently a Sony Brand Ambassador and Alpha Partner for Latin America. Jheison Huerta has received international recognition for his work in promoting astrophotography in Latin America, which earned him recognition fromNASA with the APOD (Astronomy Picture of the Day); He is also an instructor for the astrophotography course on the Domestika platform, and his work has been featured in most prominent media outlets: BBC, National Geographic, History, Mirror, Telemundo, Globo, El Comercio, and many more. He was nominated by Photopills as one of the 25 most inspiring photographers in the world, and his work is featured the book “Photopillers of the Year 2020.”
He is currently collaborating with National GeographicUK on the production of the series“Welcome To The Earth,” hosted by Will Smith and broadcast on the Disney+ platform.
- Credit card
- Western Union
- Bank transfer (Domestic payments in Peru or the U.S.)
- PayPal (please note that a 6% fee applies)
Reservation Fee: USD 995
Second Payment 30 days before the start of the expedition: USD 1,500
Cancellation of Participation and Refunds:
– Between 90 and 60 days before the start date: USD 995 retention
– Between 60 and 30 days prior to the start date: 50% of the expedition feewill be retained
– Between 30 days prior to the start date and the start date of theexpedition: No refunds will be issued
