We´re back in Huaraz (roughly the Peruvian equivalent of Chamonix) after our four-day Santa Cruz trek in the northern Cordillera Blanca. Luckily the winter (i.e. dry) season hung in long enough for us to witness some spectacular mountain scenery en route. Characteristically we decided on the more demanding option of backpacking with our gear, rather than going on a guided trek with pack animals (like other, more sensible, travellers). Although Liz really wanted to take a mule with us so she could have some intelligent company along for once. There was fine scenery throughout of azure lakes, lush woods and ultra-snowy classic hills like Alpamayo; thoroughly dramatic all in all.
Now it´s change again from two legs back to two wheels (no rucksack - lovely) as we continue south to Huanaco (in about a week).
Now it´s change again from two legs back to two wheels (no rucksack - lovely) as we continue south to Huanaco (in about a week).
2 comments:
Classic Stan pose at top - never seen him look that bad without involving excess alcohol! Impressive climbs. Glad you didn't try to emulate JS on Siula Grande. We seem to have missed summer and autumn here and gone straight to winter! Stephen
Great photos - great stories! We're watching your every move...I'm rather enjoying this vicarious travelling...
Mr. Simpson was on TV last night - he's got a new book out. Not about cycling over the Andes though. There's still a gap in the market...
Ciao
Phil
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