Wilderness Travel 2017 Catalog of Adventures

Camping above the clouds and catching Peru’s iconic massifs in the morning’s light is one of the many delights you’ll experience on our trek. PHOTO: TOM DEMPSEY

Cordillera Huayhuash EXPLORE THE HIGHEST TROPICAL MOUNTAIN RANGE IN THE WORLD

The spectacular ice range of the Cordillera Huayhuash is full of knife-edged 20,000-foot peaks that attract adventurers from around the world. Our magnificent trek circles this dramatic range, crossing seven high passes with sweeping panoramas of towering Andean giants, including Yerupaja (21,759'), the second highest mountain in Peru, and the icy fang of Jirishanca (20,099'). Along the way, our spectacular campsites and special Exploration Day allow you to discover the many turquoise lakes that bejewel the Huayhuash region. Vast blue skies and a profusion of edelweiss and purple lupine add to the allure of this alpine paradise. Days 1-4 Huaráz / Wilcahuain / Lake Churup From Lima, we head to Huaráz, where Huascarán (22,205'), Peru’s highest peak, dominates the skyline. Our visit to the ruins of Wilcahuain grants us insights into this fascinating pre-Inca culture, while a hike to Lake Churup helps us acclimatize for the days ahead. Days 5-8 Cordillera Huayhuash / Carhuacocha Ascending through subtropical zones and mountain passes, we’ll enter the remote eastern flanks of

HIGHLIGHTS • Challenging trek circling the towering, ice-draped Huayhuash—one of Peru’s most dramatic mountain ranges • Exploration Day at Carhuacocha, a remote alpine lake • Savor panoramic views from atop seven breathtaking passes • Full-service camping, including a comfortable dining tent DETAILS • 18-day trip begins and ends in Lima • 5 nights hotels, 12 nights full-service camping • All meals included except 1 lunch and 2 dinners

TOM DEMPSEY

ON OUR WEBSITE TREKKING IN THE CORDILLERA BLANCA Trek among enormous ice-fluted peaks and flowering alpine meadows of Peru’s Cordillera Blanca. Jun 9-25, Jul 27-Aug 12, 2018. Days 14-18 Jahuacocha / Huaráz The trail to our magnificent lakeside camp crosses Yaucha Pass (15,900') with incredible views of Rondoy and Ninashanca. Depart on Day 18. the Huayhuash massif. Following an ancient Inca trail, we’ll discover Carhuacocha, a radiantly blue glacial lake at 13,600 feet. Days 9-13 Cordillera Huayhuash / Laguna Jurau From the village of Huayhuash, set at a lofty 14,200 feet, we’ll cross three high mountain passes between glaciated pinnacles, and camp at Laguna Jurau, nestled in a cirque of massive snow peaks.

DATES Jun 5-22, 2017 Aug 6-23

TRIP COST $4695 (12-15 members) $4995 (9-11 members) $5295 (6-8 members) Single supplement: $360 Machu Picchu extension: from $2895 TRIP LEVEL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 12-day trek on moderate to strenuous trails, 4-7 hours a day, altitudes of 11,000-16,400 feet

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