Munay Huayhuash

Munay Huayhuash, in the Quechua language means "the most desirable option", it’s called that because on this trek of just a few days you visit some of the most interesting places in the Cordillera Huayhuash, like Yahucha and Minapata viewpoints, from which you can get a close look at the west faces of the tallest mountains of the Cordillera Huayhuash; peaks like Yerupaja, the second highest in Peru. This route also affords spectacular views of lakes such as Jahuacocha and Solteracocha, it is rich in Andean flora and wildlife, offers many photographic opportunities, and also has fishing possibilities if you so desire.

Duration: 5 days
Distance: 35 Km Approx.
Rating: Moderate
Start: Llámac

Finish: Rondoy valley
Elevation: 3300 – 4800m

Itinerary at a glance:

Day 1: Huaraz – Llámac - Pampa Llámac 4050m
Day 2: Pampa Llámac - Achin River 3800m - Qashpapampa
Day 3: Qashpapampa - Yahucha pass 4800m - Jahuacocha 4070m.
Day 4: Jahuacocha – Zambunya pass 4750m - Rondoy 4100m
Day 5: Rondoy - Llámac – Huaraz.

Other options:

• Previous to departure, at least one day of acclimatization in Huaraz is almost compulsory. We suggest that you take one of the daily tours to the Llanganuco lakes or to the Chavin de Huantar ruins (by car) and/or do day hikes in the Cordillera Blanca around Huaraz.
• There is the possibility to rest a day in Jahuacocha, on which you can visit the Rasac and Solteracocha lakes returning in the afternoon to the same campsite.

Things to keep in mind:

• Bring a water bottle with you, in the summer season it can get very hot.
• Bring warm clothes along, because in the mountains the temperature can quickly fall below 0 °C, especially in the early morning, at night, and even when the sun drops behind the clouds.
• Walk at your own rhythm, breathe deeply, and enjoy the beautiful views of Cordillera Huayhuash.

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