Circuito de Huayhuash vs Santa Cruz Trek
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
| Circuito de Huayhuash | Santa Cruz Trek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 136 km | 113 km |
| Elevation gain | 5,843 m | 3,191 m |
| Typical duration | — | — |
| Difficulty | — | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | Local | Local |
| Country | Peru | Peru |
| Best time to hike | Best from June to August | Best from July to September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Circuito de Huayhuash vs Santa Cruz Trek: which should you hike?
At 136 km, Circuito de Huayhuash is the longer route — roughly 23 km more than Santa Cruz Trek (113 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Santa Cruz Trek is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.