– Region: Ancash — Cordillera Huayhuash Circuit

 – Elevation: 3300

 – GPS Coordinates: 10.267° S, 76.876° W

 – Access Difficulty: T3 — marked but remote circuit trail 

 – Opening Season: May–Sep

 – Winter Room: – Number of Beds: 0  – Showers: No — EXCEPT Viconga (hot springs!)

 – Drinking Water: Yes — stream/lake (treat) – Meals & food: No — bring stove

– Mobile Signal: No – Payment Methods: Community fee S/. 10–40 (paid on trail to local communities)

 – Reservation Link: Click here to make a reservation

 – Short Description: Traditional start point (public bus from Chiquián or Huaraz). 1-2 days longer than starting at Matacancha. Adds Sambuya and Rondoy passes — beautiful and rarely done section between Jahuacocha and Matacancha.