Alpamayo Circuit

South America alpamayo circuit

trip highlights Trek around the stunning Alpamayo in Northern Peru’s Cordillera Blanca ‑ a region of overwhelming beauty Walk amongst towering snow capped peaks, cascading glaciers, alpine meadows and azure glacial lakes Enjoy wilderness camping, fully supported with 3 hearty meals a day prepared on trek Encounter spectacular landscapes providing endless photo opportunities Explore the city of Huaraz in the Peruvian Andes

Trip Duration 18 days Trip Code: HPL Grade Moderate to Challenging Activities Trekking, Day Walking Summary 11 day trek, 2 day walks, 6 nights hotel, 11 nights camping welcome to why travel with World Expeditions? Our Peru trips offer exceptional value for money, using good quality, World Expeditions centrally located hotels, the best internal flights with the best airlines, Thank you for your interest in our Alpamayo Circuit trip. At World private transportation in vehicles that are driven by our drivers and Expeditions we are passionate about our off the beaten track maintained by recognized mechanics, many meals, all your entrance fees experiences as they provide our travellers with the thrill of coming and permit fees, expert leadership and much more. Compare our prices face to face with untouched cultures as well as wilderness regions and all our inclusions and we feel that few trips can compare in terms of of great natural beauty. We are committed to ensuring that our value for money. In addition, responsible travel is important to us and we unique itineraries are well researched, affordable and tailored for the are very proud of our industry leading porter protection policies. Given enjoyment of small groups or individuals ‑ philosophies that have our local knowledge, experience and excellent leadership, we are quite been at our core since 1975 when we began operating adventure sure that this trip will be the adventure of a lifetime. holidays. Our itineraries will give you the very best travel experience, designed by people with incredible local knowledge who share our vision of authentic exchange and real exploration with a responsible tourism approach. Whether you like your adventures to include trekking, touring, cycling, mountaineering, kayaking or cruising World Expeditions can make it happen for you. We hope you will join us for a life changing experience.

1 – © 2020 World Expeditions Travel Group - Heike Krumm 12/23/2019 11:45:46 AM Cordillera Blanca alpamayo circuit Huaraz One of the most scenically spectacular walking routes in the Peruvian Andes Lima Peru

trip cost the trip Joining Lima from: $4690 Without a doubt, the Cordillera Blanca range provides some of the world’s most spectacular and varied trekking and climbing landscapes. The range boasts more than 50 peaks over 5,700 All prices are per person m (18,700 ft), of which some 20 peaks surpass 6,000 m (19,685 ft). At 6,768 m (22,205 ft), Huascarán is Peru’s highest mountain, and yet it’s the pyramid peak of Alpamayo that is said options & supplements by many to be the country’s most spectacular. Seasoned trekkers and climbers from around the world agree—Alpamayo is a peak of overwhelming beauty. Within this 170 km‑long mountain Single Supplement (tent only) 2020: $150 range we find the greatest concentration of tropical‑zone glaciers on earth. Turquoise glacial Single Supplement (tent + hotel) 2020: $570 lakes abound and vertical granite walls rise thousands of metres into the sky. Our Alpamayo Circuit trek weaves a route through the heart of the mountains, crossing a number of high World Expeditions does not require single passes that lead us into valleys with remarkably varied mountain landscapes. The focal point travellers to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. of the trek, the famous Alpamayo pyramid was once voted the most beautiful mountain in the We will arrange for you to share accommodation with another traveller of the same gender and world. Our expedition sees us cross the continental divide and, after a succession of stunning if we can not match you up we will provide a views, finds us camping at the amazing Avalancha Campsite (4,650 m / 15,256 ft) where we look single room at no extra charge. If you prefer down as avalanches crash from immense fissured glaciers on the flanks of the Conrahierbas not to share a single supplement is payable massif. As we trek we pass through remote farming communities that greet us with warm to guarantee your own room. Please refer hospitality and allows us to gain insights into traditional Quechua Indian ways of life. The trek to our website for the additional cost. ends after our final breathtaking pass at 4,850 m and descent to the Ulta valley. This adventure For competitive airfares and stopover ideas has been designed with acclimatisation in mind and to ensure that the ‘work’ of trekking is to join this adventure, contact our expert properly rewarded by the satisfaction of being in an incredibly beautiful place! staff today to receive a detailed quote. at a glance DAY 1 ARRIVE LIMA Inclusions Valued DAY 2 DRIVE TO HUARAZ at USD$: DAYS 3-4 IN HUARAZ, DAY HIKES DAY 5 DRIVE TO HUALCAYAN VIA YUNGAY AND CARAZ DAY 6 TREK TO WISHCASH Park & Entry Fees: USD$25 DAY 7 TREK TO RUINAPAMPA VIA LAGUNA CULLICOCHA AND THE OSORURI PASS DAY 8 TREK TO CRUZE ALPAMAYO PASS DAY 9 TO SAFUNA VIA CARA CARA PASS AND MESAPATA PASS DAY 10 TREK TO JANCAPAMPA VIA PACAJIRCA PASS DAY 11 TREK TO LAGUNA HUECROCOCHA VIA TUPATUPA PASS DAY 12 TREK TO TUCTUBAMBA VIA ALTO DE PACARAJU PASS DAY 13 REST DAY AT TUCTUBAMBA, WITH AN OPTIONAL DAY WALK TO THE BEAUTIFUL PUNTA UNION PASS DAY 14 TREK TO MOLINO PAMPA VIA COLCABAMBA VILLAGE DAY 15 TREK TO AVALANCHA DAY 16 TREK TO ULTA RAVINE VIA PUNTA YANAYACU PASS, DRIVE TO HUARAZ DAY 17 DRIVE TO LIMA DAY 18 IN LIMA, TRIP CONCLUDES what’s included 17 breakfasts, 16 lunches and 12 dinners Airport transfers if arriving Day 1 and departing on Day 18 Transfer in first class public bus from Lima to Huaraz return for groups of less than 10 and private transportation for groups of 10+ people Expert bilingual guide Group medical kit Comfortable and central hotels All internal transportation

trip dates Use of a gear pack including sleeping bag, fibre filled jacket and sleeping mat Group camping equipment Pack animals or porters on trek to carry personal gear 2020 04 Jul ‑ 21 Jul 05 Sep - 22 Sep Portable altitude chamber carried on trek Local cash payments are becoming increasingly popular with many operators in the adventure 2021 29 May - 15 Jun travel industry. The policy seems to benefit the tour operators, more than the local economies 31 Jul ‑ 17 Aug or travellers, as it avoids local taxes and transfers the cost and risk of cash handling to 04 Sep - 21 Sep travellers. In accordance with our Responsible Travel practices we have chosen a policy not to ask for such payments. fast facts what’s not included Countries Visited: International Flights Peru Airport taxes Visas: Cost of laundry and alcoholic beverages Please check visa requirements with Medical treatment your reservations consultant* Excess baggage costs Travel Insurance Vaccinations: Please consult a travel vaccination Visas specialist for up to date information detailed itinerary Private Groups: Private group options are DAY 1 Arrive Lima available for this trip* If you’re flying into Lima today you will be met at the airport and transferred to the Singles: group hotel, where the remainder of the day is free at leisure for you to rest or start A single supplement is available for this trip* exploring. Our hotel is in the Miraflores area, home to some of Lima’s best galleries, restaurants and shops. Steeped in fascinating history, Lima is South America’s oldest Leader: capital. It was in 1535 that the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro overthrew the Expert local leader Inca Empire and moved the capital from Cusco, establishing the new city of Lima. Advice for people with limited mobility Peru’s busy capital is now a sprawling metropolis that’s blessed with world-class This trip is not suitable for people restaurants, brilliant museums and galleries, and a superb combination of Spanish with limited mobility. colonial and 19th century European architecture. If you have time to visit a museum *Ask our staff for more information. we would recommend the Museo de La Nacion or the Larco Herrera Museum. Overnight in Lima. meals: NIL DAY 2 Drive to Huaraz Today we take a comfortable first class public bus and drive to Huaraz, our gateway to the stunning Cordillera Blanca. It’s a long day’s journey (approx 8 hour drive) but we’ll be treated to some incredible scenery along the way! A light lunch (lunch box) is included during the bus trip but we recommend to take some additional snacks. On arrival in Huaraz we will be transferred to our hotel and meet our guide for the trek. We plan to have our first group briefing before dinner today. Overnight in Huaraz. meals: B,L DAYS 3-4 In Huaraz, day hikes We now have two days in Huaraz to explore this stunning region with some day walks - and at an elevation of 3,052 m (10,013 ft), our time spent in Huaraz is crucial to our safe acclimatisation. Huaraz is a scenic town set at the foot of the Cordillera Blanca with views directly up to the highest peak in Peru, Huascarán (6,768 m / 22,205 ft). There is a range of different walking excursions we can make from our

base here for a couple of days, and these hikes will be invaluable acclimatisation for our trekking program ahead. As the gateway to the Cordillera Blanca, Huaraz is a bustling tourism hub and also serves as a pick up point for our crew and all supplies thoughtful travel and equipment for the trek. On Day 2, we walk to the pre-Inca ruins of Willcahuaín (3,400 m / 11,155 ft) and back to the hotel in a loop walk that will last 4–5 hours, The natural environments that you’ll finishing the day with a relaxing soak in the Monterrey hot springs. On Day 3, we travel through are fragile; the cultures make a day trip to Laguna Churup (4,485 m / 14,715 ft), a beautiful glacial lake set and traditions precious and often the at the base of Nevado Churup (5,493 m / 18,022 ft). This is one of the most popular communities we pass through are reliant day treks in the Cordillera Blanca and takes around 4-5 hours to complete. The trek on tourism. It is our responsibility as visitors to Churup Lake is an excellent training and acclimatisation hike for our upcoming to minimise the impact of our presence, Alpamayo Circuit, and our efforts will be rewarded when we arrive at this stunning protect what is precious and where we can turquoise glacial lake. leave a positive impact. Learn how you can Overnight in Huaraz. do this by downloading the Thoughtful meals: B,L Traveller booklet from our website. DAY 5 Drive to Hualcayan via Yungay and Caraz trip grading Today we will drive from Huaraz to Hualcayan via Caraz, a trip of around 5 hours Moderate to Challenging including stops. We head north from Huaraz, descending into the vast Callejón de Huaylas valley. We visit the memorial for Yungay, a town that was completely This trip is graded moderate to challenging destroyed by the giant avalanche of ice, rock and mud that came down from the and is suitable for fit and healthy people. flanks of Huascarán during the 1970 earthquake. From here we stop to visit the busy Prior trekking is not necessary, although you local market in Caraz, before driving along an unpaved road up into the mountains to would be expected to be comfortable in the our first night’s campsite at Hualcayan village (2,900 m / 9,514 ft). outdoors and enjoy camping for successive Overnight at campsite. days. These adventures involve trekking for meals: B,L,D up to 6 ‑ 8 hours a day at a steady pace and may include longer days up to 10 hours. DAY 6 Trek to Wishcash These trips may spend successive days at Today we set off on a steady, continuous climb, swiftly gaining altitude as we altitudes not generally exceeding 5,500m zigzag up to our next camp at Wishcash (4,300 m / 14,108 ft), perched high up the and the actual treks are usually between mountainside. From here we have terrific views west across the Callejón de Huaylas 10 and 15 days in duration. You will need a to the Cordillera Negra, and at night we can see the twinkling lights of the villages high up in the Cordillera Negra. good level of fitness and be in good health. * Suggested preparation: 45 minutes of Overnight at campsite. aerobic type exercise, three to five times meals: B,L,D a week for the three months leading DAY 7 Trek to Ruinapampa via Laguna Cullicocha and the Osoruri Pass up to your trip. Hill walking with a pack Today will be a tough day (8-9 hours’ trekking) and our pre trek training will be in variable weather conditions is also put to good use as we climb on a generally good zigzagging path to the crystal recommended. To prepare for a walking blue Laguna Cullicocha (4,650 m / 15,256 ft). From here we enjoy a magnificent holiday we recommend you take every panorama with the summits of Santa Cruz (6,259 m / 20,535 ft)—Santa Cruz Norte opportunity to walk up and down stairs and/ and Santa Cruz Chico - rising steeply at the opposite end of the lake. As we continue or hills, for leg strengthening and aerobic our ascent towards our first mountain pass, Osoruri (4,850 m / 15,912 ft; joint- fitness. Please remember the fitter you are highest point on our trek), our views of the surrounding lakes and peaks get better the more you will enjoy your holiday. and better. We descend and climb again to the Vientunan Pass (4,770 m / 15,650 ft) before embarking on a long switch-back descent to the depths of the Quebrada los Cedros valley. We pass the terraced fields surrounding the thatch-roofed crofter’s hamlet of Alpamayo and soon after reach our camp at Ruinapampa (4,050 m / 13,287 ft). Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D

adventure travel DAY 8 Trek to Cruze Alpamayo Pass This morning we will trek for a few hours on almost flat terrain up the beautiful By its very nature adventure travel involves Cedros valley. On the way we’ll see some ruined structures and ancient standing an element of the unexpected. In remote stones. Eventually, the spectacular pyramid form of Alpamayo (5,947 m / 19,515 ft) and developing countries do not expect comes into view to the southeast. We then climb up the nearby moraine overlooking standards you are used to at home. Remote the stunning glacial lake of Laguna Jancarurish for close-up views of the Alpamayo areas are sometimes unpredictable and and Jancarurish (5,601 m / 18,376 ft) peaks. Alternatively, we may venture to itineraries may be altered. To get the most Alpamayo basecamp. Tonight we will camp at Cruze Alpamayo (4,150 m / 13,615 ft). out of your adventure it is important that Overnight at campsite. you are flexible, positive and eager to take meals: B,L,D on all the challenges that arise. If you are uncertain about your suitability for DAY 9 To Safuna via Cara Cara Pass and Mesapata Pass this trip we recommend that you speak Today we have a trekking day of around 7 hours, first crossing the Los Cedros River with your consultant or travel agent. and climb steadily to our next pass, the sometimes-windy Cara Cara (4830 m / 15,846 ft). This is the continental divide; all rivers running west head for the Pacific important note and those running east eventually reach the Atlantic, via the Amazon. From here, there are great views back to the peaks of Alpamayo, Jancarurish, Quitaraju (6,036 These trip notes represent the most current m / 19,803 ft) and the Laguna Jancarurish. We descend to a plateau and spend two information for this itinerary, and may hours on an easy traverse to a second, lower pass (Mesapata; 4,500m / 14,764 ft), supersede any information in the current before dropping to our camp at Safuna in the Quebrada Tayapampa (4,200 m / brochure, including but not limited to the 13,780 ft). itinerary and price. The itinerary should Overnight at campsite. be seen as a guide only. This itinerary meals: B,L,D may change at any time due to inclement weather, forces of nature and other DAY 10 Trek to Jancapampa via Pacajirca Pass circumstances beyond our control. Again, today’s trek will be around 7 hours long, and we start by crossing the Huillca plateau, one of few locations in the Cordillera Blanca where alpacas are found in abundance. We ascend a narrow valley to a rocky pass, Pucajirca (4,600 m / 15,092 ft), from which - weather permitting - we are treated to awesome views of the snowcapped peak of Pucajirca Norte (6,046 m / 19,836 ft). From here we have a short descent on steep scree, but it soon levels out as we continue down a shrub- filled valley flanked by quenual (polylepis) forest. We pass the beautiful tree-fringed Laguna Sactaycocha and continue our descent through rich vegetation to the broad Quebrada Jancapampa valley. We camp near the head of the valley (3,600 m / 11,811 ft); directly behind camp we have views of a huge hanging glacier and waterfalls cascading down a vast horseshoe of cliffs hundreds of metres high. A lot of farming families live across the valley, and it is our first opportunity since Huallapa to meet the friendly local people and the curious, happy children who call the valley home. Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D DAY 11 Trek to Laguna Huecrococha via Tupatupa Pass Today we’ll trek past adobe house villages and cultivated fields, climbing first gradually, and then more steeply, to the Tupatupa Pass (4,400 m / 14,436 ft), from where we’ll have views of the big peaks of the Pucajirca/Rinrijirca massif to the west. Our trail descends via a small mountain lake (tarn) into the broad Tuctubamba valley that we follow downstream before making a short half-hour climb to our campsite beside Laguna Huecrococha (3,950 m / 12,959 ft). Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D

DAY 12 Trek to Tuctubamba via Alto de Pacaraju Pass We flank the north shore of Laguna Huecrococha then begin a long, gentle traverse of the steep, forested Huecrococha valley. At the valley head, the ascent steepens and zigzags to the Alto de Pacaraju Pass (4,650 m / 15,256 ft). At certain times of the year the lupins that cover the hillsides are in flower, and the scent can be intoxicating. From the pass we will have magnificent views of many peaks including the jagged Taulliraju (5,830 m / 19,127 ft), which towers over the pass. A rocky descent brings us to the open Quebrada Huaripampa valley and our camp at Tuctubamba (3,950 m / 12,959 ft). Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D DAY 13 Rest day at Tuctubamba, with an optional day walk to the beautiful Punta Union Pass We spend another night at the same camp to make the most of our incredible mountain surroundings. Today we have the option to take a day walk (5 hour round trip) to the beautiful Punta Union pass (4,760 m / 15,617 ft), from where we look directly down the Santa Cruz valley (the route of the famous Santa Cruz trek), across to the awesome sight of the Pucajirca massif. Directly above us looms the intimidating west face of Taulliraju and, with good weather, we might also see Artesonraju (6,025 m / 19,767 ft) to the west. Alternatively, you may prefer to spend the day resting around camp. Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D DAY 14 Trek to Molino Pampa via Colcabamba village Today we follow the main Santa Cruz trail down the Huaripampa valley. After 3 hours, we pass through the intensive farmlands of the villages of Huaripampa and then Colcabamba. As we approach Huaripampa, Chacraraju’s east summit rises sharply before us to the west. Today we pass many farmhouses and small settlements, and many curious children will come running out to see us. We then climb steadily for another hour to the village of Challhua, before traversing easily to our campsite at Molino Pampa in the Quebrada Keshu (3,600 m / 11,811 ft). Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D DAY 15 Trek to Avalancha Today’s trek is not long, but it offers dramatic scenery and swift elevation gain. We begin with a steady ascent of the Keshu valley, passing through some beautiful ancient quenual (polylepis) forest until we reach a mass of moraine enclosing a glacial lake. At this point the climb steepens as we head up the valley’s north side on a zigzag path to the plateau where our high campsite, Avalancha (4,650 m / 15,256 ft) is located. Across the valley from our spectacular campsite there are almost continual avalanches from the glaciers of Contrahierbas (6,037 m / 19,806 ft) crashing into the lake below. After lunch at our camp we’ll spend an exciting afternoon avalanche watching! Overnight at campsite. meals: B,L,D DAY 16 Trek to Ulta Ravine via Punta Yanayacu Pass, drive to Huaraz This morning we ascend for a few hours to a high narrow ledge and on to a dramatic knife-edge mountain pass. This is the last and most spectacular pass of our trek, Punta Yanayacu (4,850 m / 15,912 ft), where Andean Condors nest and are sometimes spotted in flight. From here we also have close views of the dramatic snowcapped

peaks of Chopicalqui and Contahierbas. We then have a short zigzag descent into the Cancahua valley below. As we trek past glacial lakes, we are surrounded by towering snowcapped peaks including Contahierbas, the pyramidal Nevado Ulta to the south, and the highest - Huascarán (6,768 m / 22,205 ft) - to the northwest. We complete our trek with a long descent through quenual forest to the beautiful Quebrada Ulta valley, where our private bus will be waiting to take us back to Huaraz. The drive will take around 2 hours. This evening we will enjoy a farewell meal with our fellow trekkers. Overnight in Huaraz. meals: B,L,D DAY 17 Drive to Lima After breakfast we will be transferred to the bus station and take a first class public bus back to Lima. A light lunch (lunch box) is included but we recommend to take some additional snacks. On arrival in Lima we will be picked up and drive to our hotel in Miraflores for our last night in Peru. Tonight is the last chance for souvenir shopping at the markets in Miraflores before our flight home tomorrow. Overnight in Lima. meals: B,L DAY 18 In Lima, trip concludes After breakfast, our trip concludes. If you are flying home today, you will be transferred to the airport in time for your departure. meals: B

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suggested extensions Galapagos Islands Cruise Iguazu Falls Buenos Aires Colca Canyon & Arequipa Nazca and Ballestas Islands Amazon Jungle Extension Classic Inca Trail country information Peru is a country of rich cultural and environmental diversity. In addition to the shaping forces of the environment, the ethnic tapestry of modern Peru is the result of the rise and fall of various civilizations. At its peak, the sprawling kingdom of the Inca Empire encompassed everything from southern Columbia down to the middle of present‑day Chile, imposing sophisticated structures of political, religious, cultural and technological influence. The Inca Empire was conquered by the Spanish in 1535, when Francisco Pizarro led troops to conquer the Inca royal capital of Cusco, establishing the new capital of Lima and spreading Catholicism and Spanish language and culture throughout the country. Today, the cultural, social and architectural legacies of the Inca and the Spanish are evident throughout Peru. Peru has a population of 28 million, made up of full‑blooded indigenous Indians (biggest group are the Quechuas, whose forebears were the Incas), Mestizos, who are a mixture of Indian and European backgrounds, and those of European descent. Peru’s official languages are Spanish and Quechua. More than half the population lives in the largest cities, namely Lima, Arequipa and Trujillo. Peru’s capital, Lima, was the capital of Spanish South America from its founding in 1535 until the early 19th century. The old central part of the city with its impressive colonial commercial section, contrasts sharply with the city’s modern office blocks,

shopping centers and suburbs—and especially the ever expanding shanty towns or “pueblos jovenes” where the poorer country cousins are usually forced to live after moving to the city in search of work. Cusco, the former royal capital of the great Inca Empire, stands at an elevation of 3,400 m (11,200 ft) in the heart of the southern sierra. Cusco is celebrated for the perfect stonework of its ancient Incan city, its many beautiful colonial churches and palaces, and its proximity to spectacular Incan ruins including the ‘lost city’ of Machu Picchu. Peru is made up of the three distinct geographic regions. The Costa is a narrow, arid coastal strip, mainly desert and up to 60 km wide, running down the western flank of the country. This coastal area is the economic heartland of Peru, and the cold Humboldt Current that runs up the coast supplies some of the richest fishing grounds in the world. Down the centre of the country runs the Sierra (Spanish for ‘mountain range’), the alpine region of rugged snow‑capped peaks, deep valleys and highlands that comprises the Peruvian section of the Andes mountain chain that extends throughout South America from Colombia in the north all the way to Patagonia in the southern tip of Chile. The highlands of the Sierra contain more than a third of the population— mostly the Quechua or Aymara‑speaking Indians engaged in pastoral farming. The third region is Amazonia, the jungle that reaches from the fertile Andean foothills to the pristine lowlands of the great Amazon rainforest and myriad waterways of the vast Amazon River basin. This lush and fertile land of gentle slopes and valleys is surrounded by the high peaks of the Cordilleras Vilcabamba, Vilcanota and Blanca, and is home to a huge biodiversity of plant and animal life. climate The trekking season in Peru lasts from the end of April (the last month of the wet season) through to mid‑October. This is the dry but ‘cold’ period, with the best mountain views and all passes open. By mid‑October the rains have returned and hiking becomes more difficult due to muddy trails and snowed‑in passes. Temperatures in the area around Lima?are warm during the day (20‑25°C / 68‑77°F) and cool at night (5°C / 40°F). In the highlands of Peru where our trek takes place, daytime temperatures will be in the range of 10‑20°C (50‑68°F) falling as low as ‑10°C (14°F) at night. It’s also possible that we’ll get some snow on the higher ground and some of the higher passes. a typical day Trekking Routine: If you have trekked with us in South America before, the routine will be similar for our program in the Huayhuash. We will take some staff and equipment from our base in Cusco, managed by Andreas Holland, to complement the staff and a majority of food supplies which we will obtain from the local area. This works well in maintaining trip quality, ensures freshness of food, and also provides employ and income to local people in the area, many of which have coexisted in the mountains for hundreds of years. Trekking days usually begin at around 6.30am with a cup of tea and washing water brought to our tent. Before breakfast we prepare for the day ahead, including packing our daypack and kitbag for porterage by the animals. Whilst we have breakfast, camp is broken and loads prepared for the donkeys to carry directly to the next camp. We would aim for trekkers to get underway by 8.30am with the donkeys leaving independently of us, around the same time or shortly afterward. Closer to lunch time, camp staff will trek ahead to set up a picnic lunch and boil water for hot drinks on a small fuel stove they have carried with them. In the cooler, dry climate we are able to carry more fresh food including bread rolls, cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, and ham or tinned fish. The pickled gerkins, onions and peppers are also tasty. There are usually some sweet biscuits to go with your hot drink or fresh fruit. In the afternoon we continue on for several hours until camp, which we would aim to reach by mid‑afternoon for practical reasons, as well as the chance to relax and/or explore the area. Throughout the day the weather can vary from pleasant ‘t‑shirt and shorts’ weather through to snow or hailstorms which may occur on one of the passes. We are at altitude, in the winter

period, with a close proximity to the Amazon and these factors mean that we must be prepared for all seasons in one day. A good waterproof, warm jacket, hat, gloves, glasses and thermals should be carried with you on most days, as well as water bottle/s and camera etc, however your guide will advise you on this in daily briefings. A larger rucksack not only gives ample space to pack everything in, but also provides better support on your hips and shoulders with a superior harness ‑ a worthy consideration. Sturdy, well worn in boots are also important for a trek over rough terrain and the numerous passes that this trek encompasses. Their durability and comfort are obviously paramount to your performance and enjoyment of the trip and should be reviewed closely in your trip preparations. Other clothing and equipment is straightforward for a trekking adventure to a cool climate, and is detailed in our pre‑departure booklet issued on making a booking with us. A sleeping bag, insulated mat, fibre‑filled jacket and kit bag is provided to you for the trek duration within the trip cost. Please check with one of the World Expeditions consultants if you have any questions about your clothing and equipment requirements for the trip. meals during the trek We provide a full service while on trek. An important aspect of this service are the meals that are prepared for you and we are frequently complimented by returning travellers about the food provided. Ensuring that you stay healthy is one of our highest priorities. Therefore, each of our treks is accompanied by a trained cook as well as kitchen staff who provide you with three hearty meals each day. High levels of hygiene are engaged to ensure that our travellers stay healthy and fit. Our cooking staff has mastered the preparation of a varied and balanced menu and there is always plenty of food for those who may like seconds. Our cooks are trained to provide excellent food for vegetarians and anyone who has a limited diet including those who are lactose or gluten intolerant. Our meal inclusion on your trek is for your benefit and takes all the hassle, expense and worry out of your holiday. Typically, you can expect breakfast to consist of muesli or cereal, eggs, local breads and pancakes and hot drinks. Lunch will generally be vegetables, salads, bread, cheese pasta style dishes, tinned fish and meats and are normally eaten picnic style. Dinner is always three courses and includes soup, seasonal vegetables, meat, rice or pasta and bread with some local specialties also in the mix. Dessert is always served after the main meal each evening followed by hot beverages. dietary requirements Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances). Please ensure you discuss your requirements with us well in advance (at least 1 month prior to your trip) to determine whether we can cater to such dietary requirements on your chosen adventure. Please note that options are likely to be limited in very remote locations or alternatives may be more expensive or unavailable. There may be times when those with special requirements may need to provide their own food. We are unable to guarantee a peanut‑free or allergen‑free trip, and therefore, we strongly encourage that travellers with life‑threatening or severe allergies take all necessary medical precautions to prepare for the possibility of exposure. Passengers must travel with all necessary medications for food allergies and be capable of self‑administering these medications. equipment provided You will be provided with the following equipment to use during your trip; a kit bag, sleeping bag and an inflatable thermarest sleeping mat. You will also be provided with a fibre filled jacket. All general camping equipment including 2 man tents and eating utensils will be provided by World Expeditions. A dining tent with tables & camp stools and lighting will be erected at each campsite.

accommodation on the trip

Most of the hotels and lodges we use can be described as 3 star accommodation, some of them are categorised as 4 stars. In smaller towns and villages hotel options are often limited and we might have to use more basic accommodation with a lower or without star rating. Please note that the star rating in South America is very fluid and can’t be compared to a western standard star rating, however you can be assured of clean, comfortable and well located lodgings. During the trekking section, enjoy our fully supported camping experience in quality two person tents with plenty of personal space and storage for your luggage. Our team are on hand to ensure your comfort and safety with a dining tent, separate cooking tent and where appropriate, toilet tent erected. pre and post tour accommodation If you would like to extend your stay in Peru we would be more than happy to assist with your pre or post tour arrangements. Please ask your reservations consultant for further details. what you carry In your daypack you will need to carry extra warm clothing (depending on the altitude, location and weather), a rainjacket, water bottle, camera gear, valuables and personal items such as sunscreen, lip‑eze etc. Porters or mules carry all group gear and your trek pack. As of December 2018, single‑use plastic bottles and any other single‑use plastics (bags, cups, straws, etc) are prohibited in the Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu, on the Inca Trail and all other protected natural areas in Peru. This regulation was established by the Ministry of Environment, following the Sustainable Tourism Regulation which aims to conserve these protected natural areas. Please ensure to bring your reusable water bottle on all our Peru trips. Water refill stations have been installed in areas near Machu Picchu and other national parks. Your guide will brief you where you can refill your water bottles with drinking water. equipment required Specialist gear required include walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre‑departure information provided on booking). acute mountain sickness When we ascend above 2500 metres our bodies have to acclimatise to the decreasing amount of the oxygen available. To allow our bodies to adjust we have structured our treks so that you ascend slowly, allowing acclimatisation to occur. However, during the acclimatisation process, you may experience some of the following symptoms. • Headache • Tiredness • Disturbed sleep • Loss of appetite/nausea • Shortness of breath • Cough

• Palpitation • Swelling of the hands and face Individuals acclimatise at different rates. Your best strategy is to take your time and drink plenty of water. These symptoms may not indicate the onset of A.M.S. and if you experience them it does not necessarily mean that you should not continue. All our group leaders have extensive first aid training and we urge you to communicate with the group leader at all times should you believe you have any symptoms in order that we can effectively monitor your symptoms. The only cure for Acute Mountain Sickness is to descend. Please note that your group leader has ultimate responsibility and may ask you to descend if symptoms persist. porter initiatives Porter Welfare in Peru: The Andes Porters are an integral part of the World Expeditions philosophy and style of travel. We take our travellers off‑the‑beaten track, avoiding the congested trails, to experience our often remote tent‑based adventures … this style of trekking is enabled by porters. When we trek, the entire group ‑ travellers, guides and porters alike ‑ are a team who share the same needs for safety in the mountain environment. Our Peruvian porters receive the following: *All porters receive the same access to medical service as clients. *We provide all food (3 meals per day based on a menu requested specifically by the porters), gas stoves for all cooking. *We are one of the 5 companies (among almost 200 companies) that pay the highest wages to their porters. *All our porters can also access interest free long‑term loans from us as long as they can clearly indicate how those funds will be used. *We provide all our porters with basic life and accident insurance. In addition we provide any porter (or any member of their family) full coverage of any medical costs that they incur whether it be work related or not e.g. if they have an accident in their fields or if they get any kind of illness we fund their treatment until they are well again. We are one of the only companies in Peru to care for their staff to this extent *We provide transport (private buses and train) to and from the trek start and finish. We provide sleeping tents, sleeping pads, (plus sleeping bags if requested), footwear (shoes or boots), warm jackets and raingear. Porters are not to carry more than 20 kilos camp gear and 5 kilos of personal gear The minimum age for a Porter is 20 and the maximum age is 58 years old. We have yearly meetings to discuss the needs of Porters. World Expeditions supports the good work of a number of international organisations that operate to ensure the health and education of porters, they are: International Porter Protection Group >> www.ippg.net International Mountain Explorers Connection >> www.mountainexplorers.org Kilimanjaro Guide Scholarship Foundation Inc. >> www.kiliguides.org vehicles & safety During the course of your trip, we will use a variety of vehicles, all of which are fit for purpose and the conditions encountered. It should be noted that laws governing transportation safety may differ from those in your home country and whilst wherever possible, vehicles with seatbelts are provided, on occasion some vehicles may not have seat belts fitted.

visas A visa is exempt for passport holders from the following countries visiting Peru for short term tourism purposes: Australia New Zealand Canada United States United Kingdom For all other nationalities and longer stays please contact the relevant embassy. Please bear in mind that visas may be required for countries you are visiting en route or transiting through on the way to your destination. It is important that you check the requirements of all countries you will visit. Visa costs and requirements do change regularly so we suggest you check with your travel agent or World Expeditions reservations consultant. It is your responsibility to obtain all necessary visas. info nights World Expeditions invites you to attend our inspiring adventure travel information nights. These special evenings are designed to inform and entertain and are hosted by our most experienced and passionate adventure travellers and mountaineers. Ask our staff for a info night schedule or register on our website ‑ www.worldexpeditions.com. Shows can fill early so it is important to register your attendance so we know to save a seat, or two. private groups The adventures featured in our brochures, and on our website, are just a starting point for many of our private group travellers. Working closely with our Groups Department we can organise custom designed itineraries for groups of friends, clubs, charity’s, schools or even work colleagues. Our team will assist you with all aspects of your private group adventure from itinerary design to group flights. Contact our team today. subscribe to our e-newsletter Never miss an amazing deal, inspirational speaker tour or exciting new trips and cutting edge adventure news. Head to our website to subscribe to our regular e‑newsletter. social networking Connect with us on social FACEBOOK: @worldexpeditions Like our page at facebook.com/worldexpeditions INSTAGRAM: @worldexpeditions Follow us at instagram.com/worldexpeditions YOUTUBE: World Expeditions Subscribe to our channel at youtube.com/worldexpeditions Share the love Use the hashtag #WorldExpeditions on your best travel photos and videos to be featured. trip availability If this trip seems right for you then we encourage you to call us now to check availability. There are many reasons why you may not be able to join your desired departure and limited space

on our small group departures is just one of them. Many of our adventures require us to secure services on your behalf; such as trekking permits, train travel and visa invitation letters. The demand is increasing each year making it difficult to join a trip last minute. To ensure we can assist you onto your adventure of a lifetime we ask that you check your trip availability with our team at your earliest convenience. how to book To book a World Expeditions trip, you will need to complete a booking form and pay a non refundable deposit which you can do by using our online booking function for most trips, or if you prefer, download a booking form from the website and return to us by fax, or mail your booking form and deposit to your nearest World Expeditions office or travel agent. We can also help you with any additional arrangements that you require, such as competitive airfares to get you to your destination, stopovers, pre or post trip accommodation or any additional tours that you wish to take in conjunction with the main World Expeditions trip.