Peru's Cordilleras Blanca & Huayhuash: The Hiking & Biking Guide Pike Neil
The Cordilleras Blanca and Huayhuash boast some of the most spectacular scenery in the Andes, and some of the most accessible high altitude trekking and cycling in the world. Perfect pyramidal peaks,…
Specifikacia Peru's Cordilleras Blanca & Huayhuash: The Hiking & Biking Guide Pike Neil
The Cordilleras Blanca and Huayhuash boast some of the most spectacular scenery in the Andes, and some of the most accessible high altitude trekking and cycling in the world. Perfect pyramidal peaks, gargantuan ice falls and turquoise alpine lakes are all easily reached from Huaraz, the region's capital and centre of tourist comforts. This practical guide contains 50 detailed route maps and descriptions covering 20 hiking trails and 30 days of paved and dirt road cycle touring. -Trekking - the classic treks: Huayhuash Circuit, Santa Cruz and Alpamayo Basecamp, as well as lesser known, wild walks in valleys which see few visitors. Ranging from easy day hikes to challenging routes of 10 days or more, all can be trekked independently or in guided groups. -Cycling - includes the Huascarn Circuit, a loop of Peru's highest mountain, as well as four other multi-day rides and five day-cycles