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Santa Cruz Trek

A classic four-day trek over the Punta Unión pass, past glacial lakes and the fluted peak of Alpamayo.

Photo: Brad MeringBaltimore, MD, United States · Copyrighted free use
Time Needed
4 days

Why Go

A classic four-day trek over the Punta Unión pass, past glacial lakes and the fluted peak of Alpamayo.

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