4 hours 30 minutes
Cordillera Blanca
All year
Moderate-Intermediate
4450 m
Day 1
Enjoy a full day in the stunning Cordillera Blanca with a hike to Churup Lagoon. Churup Lagoon is located approximately 20 km east of Huaraz, on the route to Llupa and Pitec. From Pitec, we will begin a steep hike that will take us between 2 and 3 hours (approximately 3.5 km) to reach the lagoon. Here, you can admire its breathtaking turquoise waters for about an hour, with the majestic Churup Mountain as the backdrop. The hike to Churup Lagoon, situated at 4,450 meters above sea level, is one of the most popular and is very close to Huaraz. However, it is not as easy as it seems, so it is advisable to start early (around 7 am) to hike at a leisurely pace and rest when necessary. At the beginning of the hike, we will contribute to the environment by planting a small tree from the Huascarán National Park area.
Included
- Tourist transportation Huaraz – Pitec and back
- Hiking guide
- Pickup at your hotel (between 7:00 and 7:30 am)
- First aid kit (if needed)
- Box lunch
Not included
- Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park (15 soles for nationals, 30 soles for foreigners)
- Other unspecified items
- Personal expenses and beverages
- Tips
Recomendations
- This tour is suitable for those who want nature tourism and hikes in the Cordillera Blanca.
- To take this tour, you must be in Huaraz the day before and at least have adequate acclimatization.
- The clothing to bring is according to the season and the activity to be carried out. The months of sun or Andean summer are (mid-April to October), the days can be with intense sun and the temperature can reach up to 20°C but at night it drops abruptly to 5°C approx. It is recommended to bring light clothing or long sleeves for the day and warm clothes for the nights.
- During the rainy season (November to April), it is advisable to bring waterproof clothing and shoes that resist water and cold.
- If you plan to develop other activities around the city of Huaraz, such as camping, hiking, ice climbing, cycling, etc. It is recommended to wear the appropriate clothing and/or equipment.
- The program that we show here is for a single day, but if you wish to extend your stay, please request our Huaraz packages with hotel and tours included from up to 2 to 5 days.
