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A route crossing Portachuelo Llanganuco and Punta
Olimpica passes riding through the central section of Callejon de
Conchucos, a colorful region not spoiled by massive tourism. We
visit the cities of Yanama, San Luis, Chacas and Carhuaz. The
snow-covered landscape, the suspended glaciers and the hidden
lagoons among forests of quenoales enrich each passage of this
beautiful 3-day circuit.
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| TOUR
DE HUASCARAN |
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See
Map |
| Rating |
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Advanced |
| Max.
Altitude |
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4,890 m |
| Distance |
: 157
km |
| Timing |
: 3
days. |
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| ITINERARY |
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| Day
1: |
Transfer with
support vehicle from Caraz to Wishcash camping area, at the
feet of Portachuelo Pass. Start the Uphill to cross the Water
Continental Divide and go ahead to ride downhill by the
Eastern flank of the Cordillera Blanca. The succession of
lakes and the vertical walls of the snow-covered Chopicalqui
escort these first kilometers. Soon, lower, we cross the lush
valley and quenoal forest until arriving at Yanama after 45km
and –1367m, quite and friendly village suitable for rest,
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2: |
We set off early
morning to continued the descent till Llacma Bridge after
20km. and –400m. From this point the Uphill ride will find a
rest at 28km and +400m at San Luis. Recovering energies and
then again uphill towards the snowed peaks, but the beautiful
town of Chacas, 10km and +250m will give us a break and a
place to sleep for the night.
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3: |
We continue
climbing towards the distant Punta Olimpica Pass 36km and
+1530m climb. Once there, we will be rewarded by one of the
most impressive views of this region. The descent until the
town of Shilla will be of 38km and –1600m. Here we will meet
motorized transport back to Caraz.
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