Located in the north side of the “Cordillera blanca” (white mountain range) the Snowy of Huantsan is the main point of attraction forTrekking. It has a certain difficulty to go through it. Also , when you get to Yanashaallash,you will feel that this is the highest altitude of the journey ( 4700 meters below sea level). This brief itinerary for three days walking, will be a good trainning for the walkers and get used to the weather and altitud in case you want to face circuits of more duration, altitude and difficulty.
PAT TK 144 - TREKKING OLLEROS - CHAVIN
THE PROGRAM INCLUDES:
- Transfers In / Out
- Private transportation to the head of the trail
- Mules for our luggage camping equipment and meals.
- Professional bilingual tour guide English /Spanish.
- Cooker and kitchen equipment
- 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches , 2 dinners. Vegetarian food on request at no extra cost is avaiable.
- Drinking water along the Trek, only on meal times.
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- 1st Aid Kit
- Horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
- Waterproof Camping tent , double occupancy
- 01 Sleeping Mattress per person.
THE PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Slepping bag
- 1st breakfast y the last lunch
- Extra horse or porter to carry personal luggage
- Tips
TOUR DETAILS:
1st Day HUARAZ / OLLEROS – TZARACANCHA
Very early in the morning departure from Huaraz to the town of Olleros (3500), The Trekking begins in Olleros taking the quebrada Rurec, place where the muleteer and the mules or camelids will be waiting to transfer the camping equipment. After 16 kilometers walking, in the afternooon We will camp a old farm with a beautiful view to the snowy of Shacsha s(5703), Cashan (5716), Rurec (5696 and Uruashraju (5722).
2nd Day OLLEROS / RUREC / YANASHALLASH SHONGOPAMPA
After breakfast, at 08.00 am departure from the camp to enter the pre-Inca trail, in which you ascend about 4 hours to reach the Yanashallash pass which is at a height of (4700msnm), with an extraordinary view of the south side of the “White Mountain” and The Huantsán mountain (6395) some gaps in your environment.
After a reasonable time, the zigzag descent begins until reaching the Shongopampa camp (2), where they will spend the night at a height of (3850 masl)
3rd Day Shongopampa YANASHALLASH / CHAVIN / HUARAZ
After breakfast, early departure towards Chavín de Huantar, this section will be pure descent, passing through various towns until reaching Chavín around noon. Visit to the archaeological center of Chavín de Huantar, a sacred place of pilgrimage and pre-Inca ceremonial center dating back to 1200 years BC. Made up of buildings criss-crossed in a complex of internal galleries, with tombstones, sculptures in low and high relief in which the designs of felines, birds, snakes, etc. predominate. The fabulous nail heads (sculptures embedded in the wall), the sandeel and the use of elements in number of 7 that are repeated in the castle stand out especially.
Lunch Return to Huaraz. Where you arrive at approximately 6.30 pm.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
- Medium backpack, sleeping bag, rain clothes (raincoats, rain poncho)
- Towel and swinwear
- Flashlight, spare batteries and water bottle
- Medicines for personal use
- Shoes with rubber sole
- A complete change of clothes. It is important to have dry t-shirts, a thick coat to keep warm at night and several pairs of socks because the feet should be dry at night. Hat for the sun, scarf and gloves.
ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS:
- If you take specific medications bring them to the trip
- Sunblock, lipstick and repellent
- Sunglasses
- Water purifying tablets
- Lemon candies
- Chocolates
- Energy bars
- Rehydrating powder (Gatorade)
- Waterproof adhesive tape
- Bring a little extra money in national currency (Nuevos Soles)
NOTES:
1- PASSPORTS, VISAS & RECIPROCITY FEES
Passengers are responsible for having a valid passport (valid at least 6months before travel) and any visas required.
Peru may require visa for some nationalities. Please note that some countries require a reciprocity entrance fee.
This information is subject to government changes without any notice. Please check each of your countries destinations base on your citizenship for your specific personal documents.
2-FLIGHTS
PAT RECOMMENDS CONFIRMING ALL YOUR FLIGHTS (domestic and international) at least 24 hours prior departure time. If possible make your web check in to confirm your seats numbers and confirm departure time. PAT Travel is NOT responsible for any airlines re-schedule of flights.
3-PRICES LAND SERVICES & FLIGHT FARES:
Prices are per person and are expressed in US dollars. Prices are subject to change without any notice.
The CHD rate applies for children from 2 to 10 years traveling accompanied by two adults and sharing a bed with them. Maximum 1 child is allowed with CHD rate per room. If you require additional bed you must pay an extra cost.
Price valid for foreigners or Peruvians not resident in Peru. The program is subject to spaces. Prices are subject to change without prior notice and can only be guaranteed once the reservation is made. For more information, please contact your reservations executive.
Please note that the ticket prices & taxes may change. The rate is not guaranteed until the actual time of ticketing of full payment. Note that all Airfares payments are immediate, and completely separate from any deposits that apply to your land tour. Once ticketed, the Airline fare rules apply to any changes or cancellations.
4- TRAVEL INSURANCE:
PERU A TRAVEL strongly recommends travel insurance for your trips.
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