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most Frequent Asked Questions are these shown below: |
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Which is the
best time for hiking the Peruvian Andes?
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| A. |
Late April to
early October it’s the dry season, time suitable for
active vacations. July and August may become some full,
so an early booking it’s highly recommended. |
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| Q. |
How many hours
a day do we have to walk? |
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Average
walking time it’s about 5 to 6 hours per day. |
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| Q. |
How cold it
could be at night?
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| A. |
Temperature at
high campsites may drop to –7°C / 20°F. |
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| Q. |
Is there any water available along hike?
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| A. |
Rivers, lakes and streams provide enough
water, near passes use to be some difficult. |
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| Q. |
How many kilos
can we take for the trek? |
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Up to 12 kilos
per pax are allowed.
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| Q. |
Is there any
risks we have to consider? |
| A. |
High altitude
areas are free of snakes, spiders, scorpions. |
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| Q. |
Are there any
good maps available for sale? |
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Yes,
topographic color charts 1:100,000 are available for
sale at $12, other color maps 1:350,000 at $4.30
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| Q. |
How many
people do we expect to find at campsites? |
| A. |
Cordilleras
Blanca & Huayhuash, Ausangate and Salcantay treks
are off the beaten road, so no more than 20 to 30
persons at the same camping area. |
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| Q. |
Is there any
safe place if I have to leave some luggage over? |
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Yes, most
hostels agree to keep luggage on care, otherwise our
offices provide free locker service for our customers.
Head office provides also a safe for valuables. |
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| Q. |
Which kind of
tents are provided? |
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Twin shared
basis, igloo 4-season tents. Single tents Sierra-type.
Group tents, toilet tents. |
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