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3-day historical trek from Olleros to Chavín in the Cordillera Blanca, Peru
Spend 3 days in the Cordillera Blanca and discover the Archeological Monument of Chavín on this historical trek from Olleros to Chavín led by IFMGA certified mountain guide Juventino.
Highlights
Learn about the Peruvian culture on this historical trek to Chavin de Huantar.
Spend 3 days exploring the Cordillera Blanca and its beautiful landscapes.
Go on an unforgettable adventure in the Andes.
Description
If you’re a hiking enthusiast, Cordillera Blanca is an absolute must! Don’t miss this chance to explore an amazing natural area and discover a cultural point of interest in the Ancash department of Peru. Follow me on this 3-day historical trek from Olleros to Chavín de Huantar!
Cordillera Blanca is the mountain range from the Andes that crosses Peru. Due to its number of high mountains, glaciers and lakes, it’s one of the top destinations for mountaineers and hikers from all over the globe.
On this opportunity, I would like to invite you to take the route from Olleros to Chavín de Huantar and learn about the local history and culture. Surrounded by beautiful views, Chavín de Huantar is an archeological site in the department of Ancash. Visiting this unique spot is an unforgettable life experience.
Our itinerary will begin in the city of Huaraz, from where we’ll take a bus to the Olleros district, at an altitude of 3,420 meters. After a half hour trip, we’ll reach the town of Canrey Chico and begin a 3-hour hike to the town of Sacracancha, at an altitude of 4,080 meters, where we’ll set up our first camp.
On the second day of the program, we’ll head to the Yanashallash Pass (4,700 meters) and descend to Shoncopampa (3,850 meters) for our second camp. Then, the third day will be the day we get to the Archeological Monument of Chavín, at an altitude of 3,150 meters. Please, take a look below for a more detailed description of each day’s activities.
As for the difficulty, keep in mind that this trek is moderate so it’s important to be in a good physical condition. Also, consider that the climate is temperate and that the recommended time to come is from May to September.
So, would you like to join me on this adventure? Then all you have to do is send the request and make your reservation. It will be a pleasure for me to be your guide.
Are you looking for an adventure in Machu Pichu? Then take a look at this 7-day trek across the Inca Trail.
Details
More info Don't forget to bring warm clothes and extra layers for the nights in the camps. |
Meeting point Huaraz, Peru. |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Huaraz – Canrey Chico – Sacracancha
At 8 am, we’ll depart from Huaraz to Olleros and meet our donkey drivers. Then, we’ll enjoy an easy hike with spectacular views to Sacracancha, where we’ll set up our first camp.
Day 2: Sacracancha – Yanashallash Pass – Shoncopampa
Our second day will begin at 9 am, when we’ll start a 4-hour trek to the Yanashallash Pass. After sharing lunch, we’ll go down the Conchucos Valley and reach Shoncopampa, the site for our second camp.
Day 3: Shoncopampa – Chavín de Huantar – Huaraz
On the third day, we’ll enjoy a traditional breakfast and continue our trek to Chavín de Huantar. Then, we’ll explore the ruins and take a break for lunch. Finally, we’ll head back to Huaraz.
About the guide
IFMGA/UIAGM mountain guide from Peru.
He was born in 1960 in Huaraz / Peru. With his 15th Age he learned the world of trekking and mountaineering know by he accompanied his father on trips with his clients.
To this day he is still working as a mountain guide and tour operator. For many years he was able to acquire a lot of knowledge about the mountains, making it one of the most experienced certified mountain guides.
He runs a family travel agency based in Huaraz, which was founded by his father, and is now managed by Juventino and his son, Eric.
What people are saying about Juventino Martin Albino Caldua
Tony Hoffman
5.00
September 2020
Mrs Erin Leigh Hardy
5.00
August 2019
We are a group of friends and a mountain club, we have made trips with Eric since 2007, we have done the most classic tours in Cusco: Ausangate trek, Choquequirao trek, Salkantay trek, all tours always with Machu Picchu ending, the Inca culture is very interesting and if you travel to Peru you must visit it - and not missing Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. In Huaraz we have running out the tours: Santa Cruz trek, Alpamayo trek, Huayhuash trek, and the climbs, and Nevado Pisco trek, Nev. Vallunaraju, Tocllaraju, Alpamayo and Huascaran. Every year our club members go from 15 to 20 people to Huaraz, and in Cusco culture we have groups from 18 to 30 people, and all these trips are made by our partner Eric and Juventino in Peru. And friends always return very happy with the services they perform on the tours we sell. We recommend them to make a quality and safe trip, they have about 30 certified guides working for them, Juventino is the head of the company and is a member of UIAGM - IFMGA. They also have a family Hotel called \"Alpamayo Guest House\" this is in Huaraz, and every time our group ends their trek, climbing or expedition trip, the Juventino family invite us to a special dinner called (Pachamanca) as a very Inca Traditional food, this meal is prepared by JUVENTINOS wife Dina, she is a typical person of the area and they live in the Unchus village, this is an unforgettable dinner for all group participants. Next year we will extend our trip with mountain bike MTB around the Huascaran and the Huayhuash mountain range, and we will also have new trips from Lima: Nazca Lines, Arequipa Cañon del Colca, Cusco Inca Trail, Puno Floating Islands Lake Titicaca and the Tiawanaco culture peace.
Mrs Erin Leigh Hardy
5.00
August 2019
We are a group of friends and a mountain club, we have made trips with Eric since 2007, we have done the most classic tours in Cusco: Ausangate trek, Choquequirao trek, Salkantay trek, all tours always with Machu Picchu ending, the Inca culture is very interesting and if you travel to Peru you must visit it - and not missing Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. In Huaraz we have running out the tours: Santa Cruz trek, Alpamayo trek, Huayhuash trek, and the climbs, and Nevado Pisco trek, Nev. Vallunaraju, Tocllaraju, Alpamayo and Huascaran. Every year our club members go from 15 to 20 people to Huaraz, and in Cusco culture we have groups from 18 to 30 people, and all these trips are made by our partner Eric and Juventino in Peru. And friends always return very happy with the services they perform on the tours we sell. We recommend them to make a quality and safe trip, they have about 30 certified guides working for them, Juventino is the head of the company and is a member of UIAGM - IFMGA. They also have a family Hotel called \"Alpamayo Guest House\" this is in Huaraz, and every time our group ends their trek, climbing or expedition trip, the Juventino family invite us to a special dinner called (Pachamanca) as a very Inca Traditional food, this meal is prepared by JUVENTINOS wife Dina, she is a typical person of the area and they live in the Unchus village, this is an unforgettable dinner for all group participants. Next year we will extend our trip with mountain bike MTB around the Huascaran and the Huayhuash mountain range, and we will also have new trips from Lima: Nazca Lines, Arequipa Cañon del Colca, Cusco Inca Trail, Puno Floating Islands Lake Titicaca and the Tiawanaco culture peace.
Mrs Erin Leigh Hardy
5.00
August 2019
We are a group of friends and a mountain club, we have made trips with Eric since 2007, we have done the most classic tours in Cusco: Ausangate trek, Choquequirao trek, Salkantay trek, all tours always with Machu Picchu ending, the Inca culture is very interesting and if you travel to Peru you must visit it - and not missing Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. In Huaraz we have running out the tours: Santa Cruz trek, Alpamayo trek, Huayhuash trek, and the climbs, and Nevado Pisco trek, Nev. Vallunaraju, Tocllaraju, Alpamayo and Huascaran. Every year our club members go from 15 to 20 people to Huaraz, and in Cusco culture we have groups from 18 to 30 people, and all these trips are made by our partner Eric and Juventino in Peru. And friends always return very happy with the services they perform on the tours we sell. We recommend them to make a quality and safe trip, they have about 30 certified guides working for them, Juventino is the head of the company and is a member of UIAGM - IFMGA. They also have a family Hotel called \"Alpamayo Guest House\" this is in Huaraz, and every time our group ends their trek, climbing or expedition trip, the Juventino family invite us to a special dinner called (Pachamanca) as a very Inca Traditional food, this meal is prepared by JUVENTINOS wife Dina, she is a typical person of the area and they live in the Unchus village, this is an unforgettable dinner for all group participants. Next year we will extend our trip with mountain bike MTB around the Huascaran and the Huayhuash mountain range, and we will also have new trips from Lima: Nazca Lines, Arequipa Cañon del Colca, Cusco Inca Trail, Puno Floating Islands Lake Titicaca and the Tiawanaco culture peace.
Norbert from Austria
5.00
June 2019
There were bad conditions for the first mountain we wanted to climb, so we had to search for other mountain, which was possible to climb with the bad conditions. NO PROBLEM for Eric and his team. Eric made within 1 day another program for the following 2 weeks. I really want to say \"thank you for this expedition\". I enjoyed the whole trip/expedition, because of his professional competence. Hope we see us soon!
Emmet
5.00
June 2019
Eric and Juventino are family and they treat each one of their clients as family. It\'s truly a fun time being out in the mountains with them! I did with them many tours throughout Cordillera Blanca, Including Pisco, Chopicalqui and all of the lakes.
Veronika
5.00
June 2018
I can warmly recommend Eric and his company Peru Expeditions Tours. Eric and his team are very professional. They speak fluent English and Eric speaks German. They answered very quickly to questions before the trip. Eric helped me to organize an excursion to the high camp of Alpamayo. He also helped me to rent the right equipment. I also enjoyed ten fantastic days trekking Cordillera Huayhuash and climbing Nevado Pumarinri (5465 m) and Nevado Diablo Mudo (5350 m) with Eric and his team. The organization and the equipment (tents etc.) of the trekking were perfect and the team surprised me with a birthday cake at the Cashpapampau Camp (at 4500 meters) and they also prepared delicious vegetarian food for me on the hike. After Huayhuash we climbed Mount Tocllaraju (6034 HM), organized by Eric and Peru Expeditions Tours. All the guides who work for Eric are local people with a lot of experience and education in the mountains, they speak perfect English and try to do everything to make the clients happy! Thanks to Peru Expeditions Tours I really enjoyed the time in the mountains around Huaraz. I am looking forward to more treks and climbing with you in the future!
John Farris
5.00
May 2018
5 star guide. Nothing but the best.
Nicole et Catherine
5.00
April 2017
A very, very sympathic guide, who knows all the secrets of the places and itinerarys the most beautiful ; organization top ; food excellent too ; marvellous souvenirs.
Prices per person
Group of 1 | USD 850 each |
Group of 2 | USD 450 each |
Group of 3 | USD 400 each |
Group of 4 | USD 390 each |
Group of 5 | USD 380 each |
Group of 6 | USD 370 each |
Group of 7 | USD 360 each |
Group of 8 | USD 350 each |
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Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Transport during the trip
- Group porters (transport of tents, cooking equipment, etc. for the group)
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Price details
Not included in the price: International flights, transfer from the airport to the hotel and bus station, exit tax at the airport in Lima, travel accident and health insurance, luggage insurance and trip cancellation, meals in restaurants in Lima and Huaraz, transport public bus or Domestic flight Airline LC-Peru, hotel accommodation, entrance fees to the Huascaran National Park, personal expenses, personal equipment and tips.
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The hike was canceled. We didn’t go anywhere. Didn’t even get into the country.