Activities in Huaraz & The Cordilleras
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Hatun Machay
Further south, about 70km from Huaraz on the road to Lima and in the vicinity of the village of Pampas Chico, Hatun Machay is a rock-climber’s paradise. The folks at Andean Kingdom have developed dozens of climbing routes throughout this ‘rock forest’ nestled high in the Cordillera Negra. The whole complex, including the climbing routes and a large rustic refuge with kitchen facilities is at your service for beginning rock-climbing instruction, as well as hard-core ascents. If that weren’t enough, two treks around the area take you past archaeological remains of rock carvings and a view of the Pacific Ocean (on a clear day), and make for great half-day acclimatization hik…
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Mountain Bike Adventures
Mountain Bike Adventures has been in business for more than a decade and receives repeated visits by mountain-bikers for its decent selection of bikes, knowledgeable and friendly service, plus its good safety record. The owner is a lifelong resident of Huaraz who speaks English and has spent time mountain biking in the USA – he knows the region’s single-track possibilities better than anyone. The company offers bike rentals for independent types or guided tours, ranging from an easy five-hour cruise to 12-day circuits around the Cordillera Blanca. Rates start at S60 per day for equipment rentals and S90 for one-day tours.
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Teach Huaraz Peru
Teach Huaraz Peru works primarily with children and can arrange English-teaching and other kinds of experiences for volunteers; homestays with local families are available.
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Casa de Guías
Mountaineers and trekkers should check out Casa de Guías, the headquarters of the Mountain Guide Association of Peru, for a list of certified guides.
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Andean Kingdom
One of the cheapest and more popular agencies in town. Be sure to double-check the equipment here and confirm exactly what’s included in your trip before you set off.
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Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope is an aid organization that works with Huaraz’s poorest children and provides accommodations and food to volunteers for a small fee.
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Galaxia Expeditions
Peruvian-run agency with a fine reputation and good gear. Also does local tours, climbing trips and has an indoor climbing wall.
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Explorers Spanish School
Explorers Spanish School offers flexible hours and group (up to four)/individual lessons for S15/S20 per hour.
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Monttrek
A reputable agency that has lots of local information and arranges rock climbing, mountain biking and parapenting trips.
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Sierra Verde Spanish School
The Sierra Verde Spanish School has Spanish lessons for S15 per hour.
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Montañero
This good agency arranges treks and climbs. It also rents or sells gear.
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Huascarán
Gets repeatedly good reviews from satisfied travelers; also does tours.
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