Santa Cruz Trek departures 2026 – Backpacker

2026 Departure dates Santa Cruz Trek – Backpacker

Last updated: October 28, 2026

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  • Confirmed departures are guaranteed to operate
  • Minimum 6 hikers required to confirm departure for the Backpacker Santa Cruz Trek

Santa Cruz Trek November 2026

DateTrekStatus confirmed departureBook now
01 November – 04 NovemberSanta Cruz Trek 4 days2 persons neededSanta Cruz Trek 4 days
US$ 250
15 November – 18 NovemberSanta Cruz Trek 4 days2 persons neededSanta Cruz Trek 4 days
US$ 250
28 November – 01 DecemberSanta Cruz Trek 4 days3 persons neededSanta Cruz Trek 4 days
US$ 250

Santa Cruz Trek December 2026

DateTrekStatus confirmed departureBook now
27 December – 30 DecemberSanta Cruz Trek 4 days3 persons neededSanta Cruz Trek 4 days
US$ 250

Why book your Santa Cruz Trek with Wander Free Peru

The Santa Cruz Trek packs 4 days of mountain views into one journey through the Cordillera Blanca. You’ll cross Punta Unión Pass, camp in the Andes and spend days on the trail. A well-organized, professional team makes those days more enjoyable and safe.

Wander Free Peru received a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award, based on reviews from travelers. For our Santa Cruz departures, we help you choose your date and prepare for the trek, while our Huaraz trekking team, Andes Treks, runs the journey.

What to expect from your Santa Cruz Trek departure

  • A small group of no more than 12 hikers
  • An English-speaking, licensed guide and a separate cook
  • Clear information about the route, camping equipment and what’s included
  • Departure dates that show whether the minimum group size has been reached
  • If we cannot confirm your departure the day before, the choice of a full refund or an available alternative
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Wander Free Peru – Santa Cruz Trek reviews

Turquoise lake surrounded by rocky mountains and snow-capped peaks under a cloudy sky on the Santa Cruz Trek
Group of hikers walking towards a sharp, snow-covered mountain peak under a clear blue sky on the Santa Cruz Trek.
Hiker walking on a trail towards snow-capped mountains on the Santa Cruz Trek under a partly cloudy sky

Our Backpacker Santa Cruz Trek: departure dates and prices

Explore the Cordillera Blanca on our 4-day Backpacker Santa Cruz Trek. Check the upcoming 2026 departure dates and current price, then choose a date that fits your travel plans.

This four-day trek takes you through mountain valleys, past glacial lakes and over Punta Unión Pass. Our departures have a maximum of 12 hikers, with an English-speaking, official guide, a separate cook and quality camping equipment included.

See which dates are confirmed, and contact us if you have questions about the route, what to bring or how much time to allow for acclimatization.

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