- Full day (about 10 to 11 h)
- 4,600 m
- Challenging
Trekking, day hikes and climbing in Huaraz
Pioneers in the Peruvian Andes: Cordillera Blanca and Cordillera Huayhuash
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Guided climbs on peaks above 5,000 m
Vallunaraju, Pisco, Ishinca, Tocllaraju, Chopicalqui and more
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Our tours can be tailored to include mountain routes, high-altitude lakes, cultural visits, archaeological sites and trekking in the Cordillera Blanca and the Cordillera Huayhuash. All of them leave Huaraz by private bus.
- Full day
- 4,750 m
- Easy
- Full day
- 4,185 m
- Moderate
- Full day (about 8 h)
- 4,450 m
- Moderate
- Full day
- 4,850 m
- Challenging
- Full day
- 4,280 m
- Easy
Activities
Explore the mountains of the Andes and discover the lakes and landscapes of the Cordillera Blanca and Huayhuash.
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From your first acclimatization day to the summit: plan your trip with a Huaraz agency.
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3 Facts
- Cordillera Huayhuash: the full circuit goes around Yerupajá (6,617 m), Peru's second-highest mountain, on about 130 km of trail.IGM cartography
- Laguna 69: its turquoise water lies at about 4,600 m below Chacraraju peak. Since 2026 it can only be visited with agencies holding a SERNANP contract.SERNANP and Gestión, 2026
- Huascarán: at 6,768 m it is Peru's highest mountain and the top of the Cordillera Blanca, the highest tropical mountain range on Earth.SERNANP and UNESCO
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Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular tour in Huaraz?
Laguna 69: a 5 to 6-hour hike to a turquoise lake at about 4,600 m. For your first days, Laguna Churup and Llanganuco are easier.
How many days do I need in Huaraz?
With 3 days you can acclimatize and do Laguna 69 last. For a multi-day trek or a summit, add at least 2 or 3 acclimatization days first. See our acclimatization guide.
Can I visit Laguna 69 without a tour?
Not since February 9, 2026: SERNANP only allows entry with agencies that hold a contract with Huascarán National Park.
Do I need experience for a multi-day trek?
You need good fitness and proper acclimatization; no technical experience is needed for the Santa Cruz trek or the Huayhuash trek. Climbing a peak requires more preparation: see climbing in Huaraz.
When is the best time to go?
SERNANP recommends May to October, the dry season. From October to April it rains, mostly in the afternoon.