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From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69

From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69

You will depart from the city of Huaraz between 5:00 AM and 5:30 AM, embarking on an exhilarating adventure to Lagoon 69. This beautiful lake is nestled beneath majestic mountains and is part of Huascaran National Park. Along the way to the lake, you'll traverse the stunning Llanganuco Gorge, where you'll encounter other enchanting lakes in the area. Your hiking journey begins at Cebollapampa, situated at 12,631 feet above sea level, where you'll ascend on a zigzag trail leading you to Lagoon 69. This incredible body of water, with its brilliant blue hue, sits at an altitude of 15,255 feet. Surrounded by the imposing snow-capped peaks of Chacraraju and Nevado Pisco, their majestic silhouettes reflected in the serene waters create a truly awe-inspiring and unforgettable landscape. Finally, you'll return to the city of Huaraz, concluding this remarkable adventure.

From Huaraz: Tour to the Pastoruri Glacier and Puya Raimondi

From Huaraz: Tour to the Pastoruri Glacier and Puya Raimondi

Between 8:30 and 9:15 AM, you'll be picked up to then leave the vibrant city of Huaraz towards the astounding Pastoruri Glacier. On the way, your first stop will be at Parco where you'll admire the majestic mountains of the Cordillera Blanca. The journey continues to the charming Pato Cocha Lake, home to local wild ducks. Explore further, visiting the carbonated water source of Puma Pampa and the impressive Puyas Raymondi. Next, you'll head to the serene Pumapashimin lagoon, from where you'll embark on an hour-long hike to reach the majestic Pastoruri Glacier, a crucial part of the climate change route. After marveling at this natural spectacle, descend and proceed to a tourist restaurant for a revitalizing lunch. Finally, you'll return to the city of Huaraz, concluding your tour filled with fascinating explorations and unforgettable landscapes. Finally you will be back in Huaraz between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM.

Huaraz: Pastoruri Glacier | Nevado Snowy Full Day Tour

Huaraz: Pastoruri Glacier | Nevado Snowy Full Day Tour

This one-day adventure takes you to the heart of the Cordillera Blanca to witness the impressive glacier up close. Hike through pristine Andean landscapes, catch stunning views, and have the opportunity to explore this remarkable natural wonder. Glaciar Pastouri offers a day filled with awe and adventure in the high-altitude realms of Peru. Itinerary: Unforgettable adventure tours south of Huaraz to the snow-capped Pastoruri and observe beautiful landscapes of the Cordillera Blanca. • We will pass through picturesque towns of: Recuay (3,422 meters above sea level), Ticapampa (3,456 meters above sea level) and Catac (3,466 meters above sea level), where we will stop for a coca tea against soroche. the first place to visit the source of carbonated waters natural • Continuing with the tour, we will take a detour from the paved road towards the Pachacoto Gorge, we arrive at the PATOCOCHA lagoon, an area where wild ducks of different varieties live, we will see the spring of gasified waters of PUMAPAMPA also known as the ""source of the youth"", a little lake of 7 colors called UMAPASHIMIN. We will find the most representative plants in the Peruvian Andes, measuring up to 12 meters and living for approximately 100 years • We will make a brief stop to see the Puya Raimondi, a representative plant of the Andes, it can grow up to 12 meters high, produces clusters of up to 8 thousand flowers and lives up to 100 years, but once it blooms it dies. • We will observe murals of cave paintings. • We will walk approximately 1 hour (one way) until we reach the snowy Pastoruri (5,000 meters above sea level). We will tour its large ice walls that give us an understanding of the atrocious retreat of the glaciers due to the global warming of our planet and obtain impressive views of the mountain landscape that surrounds this place. • In this place you can enjoy contact with the snow and frozen lagoon. After lunch in Catac we return to Huaraz.

From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake)

From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake)

Between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM, you will depart from Huaraz to the picturesque Callejón de Huaylas, beginning your journey in the charming town of Carhuaz. Here, you indulge in a tasting of artisanal ice creams made from local fruits and explore the town's church and square. The adventure continues with a stop at the Yungay cemetery (Ranrahirca – Yungay), where you visit the city buried by the 1970 earthquake and ascend to the viewpoint of Cristo Blanco to enjoy the panoramic view. Following the itinerary, you head to the stunning Llanganuco Lake (Chinancocha at 12,631 feet above sea level). This turquoise lake is surrounded by Queñuales forests and is flanked by the majestic peaks of Huandoy, Yanapaccha, and Huascarán, creating a dreamlike landscape. After exploring the beauty of Llanganuco Lake, you descend to relish a delicious lunch at a local tourist restaurant. Finally, you embark on your journey back to Huaraz, making your last stop in the charming town of Taricá, where you observe the crafting of clay-based crafts, concluding your tour in the city of Huaraz.

Huaraz: Laguna Paron | Turquoise Beauty Lagoon

Huaraz: Laguna Paron | Turquoise Beauty Lagoon

A scenic hike takes you through remarkable landscapes and allows you to savor the breathtaking beauty of the Andes. Laguna Parón provides an unforgettable day of exploration and admiration of Peru's alpine landscapes. Itinerary: Pick up at from your hotel around 8am • We drive in our mobility to the city of Caraz, which is 70 km north of Huaraz, from here we undertake a gradual ascent through an affirmed road to Laguna Parón. • Before arriving at the lake, make a short stop at the Paron control to pay for the entrance tickets • Once in the Parón lagoon you can enjoy the scenery and the views. You can take a short walk to Paron's viewpoint to have fantastic views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. The trail has a steep climb with the last rocky section reaching 4300 meters. Take advantage of the time to walk around the lagoon and observe the wild Andean flora. Its beautiful turquoise waters make this place an impressive destination. • There is also a walking option (approximately 40 minutes) along an almost vertical zigzag path and some parts over rocks to the viewpoint; place from where you can see the lagoon in all its amplitude. • After spending some time and taking many photographs, we will return along the same route to the city of Caraz and continue to Huaraz. We will return to Huaraz.

Full Day to Rocotuyoc and Congelada Lagoons

Full Day to Rocotuyoc and Congelada Lagoons

We will depart from Huaraz at 9:00 AM towards the Marcará district. Taking an eastern detour through the peasant community of Vicos, we enter Huascarán National Park. Following the course of the Paqcharuri ravine, we immerse ourselves in a lush forest of native plants until we reach the fascinating Rocutuyoc Lagoon. This body of water welcomes us with shades of blue and emerald that change as we explore its surroundings. Additionally, we can admire the frozen lagoon with its impressive ice formations and the majestic peaks of Paccharaju, Bayoraju, and Copa on the horizon. The vistas of Norte Vicos and Akilpo transform this circuit into one of the most beautiful landscapes of the White Mountain Range. Subsequently, we will explore the rock paintings of Llamaruri and the spectacular Paqcharuri waterfall before returning to the city of Huaraz, concluding our day around 5:30 PM.

From Huaraz: Full-Day Trek to Parón Lagoon

From Huaraz: Full-Day Trek to Parón Lagoon

Pick up at the hotel - Callejón de Huaylas - Caraz - Laguna Paron After pickup at the hotel (approximately 8:00 am), we head in our vehicle to the city of Carhuaz, where we will make a brief stop where we will see its main square and we can also buy some food or drink that we forgot. After them we will go to the city of Caraz which is located 70 km north of Huaraz, here we will undertake a gradual ascent along an unpaved road passing through picturesque towns to Laguna Parón. Once at Parón lagoon we can take advantage of the time to walk around the lagoon and observe the Andean wild flora; in addition to observing the most important pyramidal mountains of the Cordillera Blanca such as Artesonraju, Pirámide Garcilazo and Caraz. Its beautiful turquoise waters make this place an impressive destination. In addition, there is the option of walking (approximately 40 minutes) along an almost vertical zigzag path and some parts over rocks to the viewpoint; place from which you can appreciate the lagoon in all its amplitude. After spending some time and taking many photographs, we will return along the same route to the city of Caraz and continue towards Huaraz. End of the tour between 6:00 pm approx.

Ancash: Trekking to Paron Lagoon with Entrance | Full day|

Ancash: Trekking to Paron Lagoon with Entrance | Full day|

Pick up at hotel - Callejon de Huaylas - Caraz - Laguna Paron After the pick up at the hotel (8:00 am approx), we go in our mobility to the city of Carhuaz, where we will make a brief stop where we will see its main square and also be able to buy some food or drink that we may forget. After them we will go to the city of Caraz which is 70 km north of Huaraz, here we undertake a gradual ascent through an unpaved road passing by picturesque villages to the Laguna Parón. Once in the Parón lagoon we can take advantage of the time to walk around the lagoon and observe the wild Andean flora; in addition to observing the most important pyramidal mountains of the Cordillera Blanca such as Artesonraju, Piramide Garcilazo and Caraz. Its beautiful turquoise waters make this place an impressive destination. In addition, there is a walking option (40 min approx.) along an almost vertical zigzag path and some parts on rocks to the viewpoint; Place from where you can appreciate the lagoon in all its amplitude. After spending some time and taking many photographs, we will return by the same route to the city of Caraz and continue to Huaraz. End of the tour between 18:00pm approx.

Huaraz: Nevado Mateo Full-Day Climbing Excursion

Huaraz: Nevado Mateo Full-Day Climbing Excursion

Attend a briefing with a mountain guide he day before the trek. Then, start your day at 2:45 AM with pickup from your hotel in Huarez. Heading north, you will soon enter the Ulta Valley at Punta Olimpica, base of Nevado Mateo at 15,420 feet (4700 meters) above sea level. After a brief breakfast stop, start your hike to the summit of the mountain, passing through the moraine. Once at the summit at 16,896 feet (5150 meters), take in breathtaking views of the snowy peaks of the Cordillera Blanca. Nevado Mateo is a mountain of easy access, perfect for beginners. The summit of Mateo offers beautiful views over the highest Peruvian mountains, such as Huascaran, Chopicalqui, Ulta, Contrahierbas and others.

From Huaraz: Lake 69 Trek Day Tour - White Mountain Range

From Huaraz: Lake 69 Trek Day Tour - White Mountain Range

We will pick you up from the hotel to take the north path along the Callejón de Huayhuash, passing through small Andean towns and admiring the beautiful snow capes of the Cordillera Blanca. Arriving to the town of Yungay, we will take the northeast route, where the Valley of Llanganuco is located. After the registration to enter the Huascarán National Park, we will pass near amazing lakes as Chinancocha and Orconcocha, until reach Cebolla Pampa (3,900 meters above sea level) the walking starting point. The Huascaran National Park has been a natural protected area since 1975, also a Unesco World Natural Heritage Site and a Reserve of Biosphere. The national service of protected natural areas is in charge of managing this place with a total extension of 3,400 kilometer squares. We will hike on a flat area for about 1 hour, enjoying the pretty views of the Huascarán Mountain, the highest in the White Mountain Range. We will ascend in a switchback path until we reach a small lake, and there visualize the glacial peaks of Chacraraju, Yanapaccha, Huascarán, Chopicalqui, and the waterfalls in the valley. The Cordillera Blanca surround the Callejon de Huaylas in the east and in the west the Cordillera Negra is situated. The Callejon de Huaylas has a total extension of 150 kilometers and the River Santa goes along the valley depth. Finally, we will arrive at Lake 69 located at 4,600 meters above sea level. We will have a lot of time to take pictures, and delight ourselves with spectacular landscapes and appreciate the crystal clear turquoise waters of this nature jewel. Then, we will begin the descent along the same path, until we reach Cebolla Pampa again, where our transport is waiting for you to take you back to the city of Huaraz.

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5 out of 5 stars

The guide picked me up at the hostel at the agreed time and dropped everyone off at Plaza de Armas, as agreed. The tour is worth it, but if you are not acclimatized, it will be tiring. The snow, although it is getting smaller every year, is still very impressive. I recommend the activity and I am grateful for all the explanations from the guide Jorge.

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My guide was amazing I got so tired like 2 hrs in I was the last person in my group lol my guide stayed with me kept telling me I can do it even carried my backpack for me and I MADE IT !!!!! I needed that motivation lol best guide ever book with this company you won’t be disappointed

5 out of 5 stars

It was nice. Guide’s name is Noel, I am not sure. He was so kind and checked everyone whether is it okay. But you make sure that you have to prepare totally for trekking. Hard course to Laguna 69

5 out of 5 stars

The first day of my tour is good. Come to pick me at my hotel directly (near city center). The tour guide can speak English a little bit but the tour guide is very nice guy.

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Very beautiful route, nature is really overwhelming. We had a lot of rain (unfortunately), but you could find and admire countless waterfalls.