Full day
Cordillera Blanca
All year
Easy
4185 m
2 hours
Day 1
After picking you up at the hotel in the city of Huaraz (approximately 7:00 - 7:30 AM), we will head towards the city of Carhuaz, where we will make a brief stop to explore its main square and, if you wish, you can buy any forgotten food or drink. We will then continue the journey to Caraz, located 70 km north of Huaraz. From there, we will begin a gradual ascent along a gravel road, passing picturesque villages until we reach the impressive Parón Lagoon. Once at the lagoon, we will have time to walk around and admire the wild Andean flora, as well as enjoy the views of some of the most iconic mountains of the Cordillera Blanca, such as Artesonraju, Pirámide Garcilazo, and Caraz. The lagoon's turquoise waters create a stunning landscape, making it a fascinating destination. If you prefer, you can also opt for a hike of approximately 1 hour along an almost vertical, zigzag path and some sections over rocks, to reach a viewpoint from which you can appreciate the lagoon in all its grandeur. After enjoying the scenery and taking many photos, we will return via the same route to the city of Caraz and then continue the journey back to Huaraz. The tour will end around 6 PM.
Included
- Tourist transportation Huaraz – Parón Lagoon and back
- Official Tour Guide
- Pickup at your hotel (between 7:00 and 7:30 AM)
- First aid kit (if needed)
Not included
- Entrance tickets to Huascarán National Park
- Food during the tour, it is recommended to bring a snack
- Boat and kayak rental at the lagoon (you will rent these directly from the local community)
- 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.
