Cordillera Blanca — Santa Cruz Trek
The 50-km classic Peruvian trek across Punta Union pass through the Cordillera Blanca.
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- Region
- Peru
- Country
- Latin America
- Biome
- Andean alpine (3,000–4,750 m)
- Best season
- May – September
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Andean alpine (3,000–4,750 m)
- Best season: May – September
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
The 50-km classic Peruvian trek across Punta Union pass through the Cordillera Blanca.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – September
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Andean alpine (3,000–4,750 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Latin America
Biome
Andean alpine (3,000–4,750 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Cordillera Blanca — Santa Cruz Trek trip tools
Popular pursuits at Cordillera Blanca — Santa Cruz Trek
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Climbing
Rock and alpine lines with approach beta.
