The Cordillera Huayhuash is one of the most spectacular ranges in the Peruvian Andes. It was a region that attracted worldwide attention following Joe Simpson's graphic account of his ascent of Siula Grande in his book ‘Touching the Void'. To appreciate the sheer scale of these snowcapped summits including Yerupaja, (the second highest mountain in Peru) we undertake a challenging high altitude circuit that is ideally suited to the ambitious trekker keen to explore one of the most remote regions in South America. Our 11 day circuit includes ample time for acclimatization before spending a week crossing high passes – all in the vicinity of 5000m – amid an ever changing backdrop of soaring peaks including the distinctive needle like peak of Jirishanca and the impressive summit of Yerupaja. At night we camp in tranquil locations alongside a glacial lake or alpine glade. This is also a time to climb higher and view from close quarters the huge tumbling glacier and peaks in this unrivalled corner of the Andes.

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