The Cordillera Blanca

The Cordillera Blanca is, without question, one of the most magnificent mountain ranges in the world. Protected as the Huascaran National Park, the Cordillera is one of the earth's treasured natural resources and the highest mountain chain in the Peruvian Andes. Hundreds of multicoloured glacial lakes and dozens of crystal clear rivers and waterfalls make it one of the most attractive mountain destinations on earth. Over 20 snow-capped peaks rise above 6,000m/19,680ft. Its highest peak, Huascaran (6,768m/22,205ft), is also the world's highest mountain in a tropical zone. At the upper end of Quebrada Santa Cruz, perched high above a wide wall of glaciers, stands the glorious pyramid of Alpamayo. We drive north along Peru's desert coast and turn east into the Andes. From the charming mountain town of Huaraz, the route passes through the Callejon de Huaylas (narrow river valley) to arrive at the trail head. The trek includes spectacular peaks, alpine valleys, scattered queñual forests and 2 passes over 4,500m/14,760ft. We also visit small traditional communities and admire the ecologically diverse flora and fauna.
 

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