(Huaraz)Huascaran: Exploration and Chinancocha Lagoon
ID: GYG821499-1306344
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
On this excursion to Huascaran National Park, we will explore breathtaking landscapes and hike along the María Josefa trail to the beautiful Chinancocha Lagoon, an unforgettable experience!
Itinerary
9:30 a.m.: We will pick you up at your hotel in Huaraz and start our journey north through the impressive Callejón de Huaylas, located between the Cordilleras Blanca and Negra, until we reach the Huascarán National Park.
Along the way, you will pass through picturesque Andean villages and enjoy the extraordinary landscapes of this Natural World Heritage Site and World Biosphere Reserve, which will leave you speechless!
We will continue to the Llanganuco ravine and the Chinancocha lagoon. There, we will leave the minibus and begin an hour and a half hike along the María Josefa trail, where we will explore the beautiful quenual forests.
Along the trail, our guide will share the secrets of the high Andean flora and fauna, and you won't be able to resist the temptation to take pictures! We will take a one-hour break for lunch on your own.
With renewed energy, we will visit the Campo Santo de Yungay, a place with a fascinating history that we will discover together. Finally, we will return to the minibus to go back to your hotel in Huaraz, concluding the excursion at approximately 6:30 pm.
Highlights
- An ideal outdoor activity for nature lovers.
- A trip to enjoy the breathtaking Peruvian landscapes.
- Experience the thawing of mountains that exceed 6,000 meters above sea level.
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.