Quillcayhuanca – Cojub 3 Day Trek
The most remote experience you can book with us.
Quillcayhuanca is the perfect circuit for those who want to get away from the crowds and relax with the beautiful scenery of the Cordillera Blanca, as this hike is not as well known as the others.
Don´t wait anymore and book your trek with us now!
Highlights
- Enjoy the scenic views of the Cordillera Blanca
- Views of Chinchey mountain culminating at 6,225m, Palcaraju at 6,274m and the famous Tocllaraju at 6,034m
- Enjoy Laguna Cuchillacocha at 4,600m
- Learn about the local culture, discover myths and beliefs about Cordillera Blanca
- Observe spectacular fauna in their natural habitat (Condors, Foxes, Deers etc.)
- Enjoy our helpful staff and knowledgeable guides
- Enjoy tasty meals that are freshly made and offer vegan, vegetarian, or other dietary preferences without paying any additional fees.
- Hike through the different types of landscapes, such as rocky valleys, grassy hills, turquoise lagunas and snowy peaks
- Reach 5,050 meters (15,560 feet) in elevation along the Huapi Pass
- Hike one of the world´s most remote treks
- Sleep in comfort under the stars in our premium quality mountain gear
Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Maximum Altitud: 5,050 meters above sea level Huapi Pass
Distance: 35 kilometers
Price: s/ 550
Itinerary
Day 1 – Pitec to Tullpacocha
We will come pick you up at your hostel at 7am to drive you to Pitec at 3,850m where we will start our trek. We will hike up to the Tullpacocha Camp at 4,300m where we will spend the night
Distance: 13km
Hiking time: 6 hours
Day 2 – Tullpacocha to Palcacocha
After a nice breakfast we hike up to the highest pass of our trek: Huapi Pass culminating at 5,050m above sea level. We then descend to Palcacocha Camp.
Distance: 14km
Hiking time: 7 hours
Day 3 – Palcacocha to Portada de Cojup
On this day, the hike is mostly flat in a beautiful valley full of Quenual trees and Taulli flowers which are purple.
Our private transportation service will be waiting for us to bring us back to Huaraz.
Distance: 14km
Hiking time: 7 hours
Includes
- Every morning coca tea when you wake up
- 5 meals per day: Breakfast, Snack for hiking, Lunch, Tea time, Dinner.
- Vegetarian food is available
- Sleeping tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat and warm blanket
- Certificated Trekking guide (English speaking)
- Kitchen and dining full utensils
- First aid kit and oxygen tank in case of altitude sickness
- Private transport from hotel the first day and back to Huaraz on the last day
- Boiled drinking water every morning after the first day
Doesn’t include
- Personal Trekking gear
- First day breakfast
- Last day lunch and dinner
- Transfer from Lima
- Any food and beverages sold on the way
- Entrance and camping fee (s/60)
- Cook is available on demand
- Tips