Llanganuco Lagoon - Full Day
Overview
- Availability:May – September
- Difficulty:Easy to Moderate (mainly scenic drives + short walks)
- Altitud:~3,850–3,900 m / 12,631–12,795 ft
- Duration:Full day
The Llanganuco valley contains two jewel-like lakes Chinancocha and Orconcocha set beneath the towering faces of Huascarán and Huandoy. This full-day excursion mixes scenic driving on the Huascarán National Park road with short lakeside walks, viewpoints, and optional boat/photo stops; it’s a great day for visitors who want classic Cordillera Blanca scenery without a long hike
Highlights
- Scenic turquoise glacial lake framed by granite peaks.
- Steep, memorable uphill approach—excellent photography.
- Short but intense day-hike ideal for acclimatized visitors.
- Clear trailhead access from Huaraz with guided options.
- Iconic Cordillera Blanca scenery.
Includes/Excludes
- Round-trip tourist transportation.
- Professional guide.
- Park entrance fee (where applicable).
- Packed lunch or boxed lunch (if specified).
- Bottled water (optional/add-on).
- First-aid kit.
- Personal hiking gear.
- Tips.
- Travel insurance.
- Snacks and drinks not specified.
- Any overnight accommodation.
Itinirary
Full Day: Huaraz – Llanganuco Valley – Lake viewpoints – Huaraz
Pick up early in Huaraz and drive along the scenic road into Huascarán National Park to the Llanganuco lakes. Stop at viewpoints, take short lakeside walks at Chinancocha and Orconcocha, enjoy the scenery and return to Huaraz in the afternoon.
End of the tour.
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