Huaraz is one of the best places to go hiking in the world, even more so than the crowded trails around Machu Picchu. The city is located in the Callejon de Huaylas valley at 3000m above sea level and acts as a perfect base to launch yourself into all the awesome trekking and hiking trails around this part of the Andes. One of the best treks you can do in Huaraz is the Santa Cruz trek, which will take you...