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Uruscocha Lagoon - Full Day

Overview

  • Availability:All year
  • Difficulty:Easy
  • Altitud:~4,350 m / 14,270 ft
  • Duration:Full day
Laguna Uruscocha is a beautiful high-altitude glacial lake located in the northern part of the Cordillera Blanca, near the Santa Cruz Valley and within Huascarán National Park. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks such as Alpamayo, Taulliraju, and Quitaraju, this full-day trek offers a peaceful hiking experience through pristine Andean landscapes. The route combines gentle ascents, open valleys, and spectacular mountain views, making Laguna Uruscocha an excellent option for acclimatization and for travelers seeking a less-crowded alternative to the classic Santa Cruz trek.

Highlights

  • Crystal-clear waters of Laguna Uruscocha in a remote alpine setting
  • Impressive views of Alpamayo, Taulliraju, Quitaraju, and Artesonraju
  • Scenic hike through the upper Santa Cruz Valley
  • Ideal acclimatization trek before multi-day treks or climbs
  • Quiet, uncrowded trail inside Huascarán National Park
  • Rich high-Andean flora and wildlife along the route

Includes/Excludes

  • Round-trip tourist transportation
  • Professional guide in English, French and Spanish.
  • First aid kit
  • Park entrance fee (Huascarán NP)
  • Meals/snacks
  • Personal gear

Itinirary

Full Day: Huaraz - Pashpa - Uruscocha Lagoon - Huaraz

The Laguna Uruscocha full-day tour begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Huaraz, followed by a scenic drive through the Callejón de Huaylas to the Santa Cruz Valley trailhead near Cashapampa. From there, you will start hiking along a gradually ascending trail through wide glacial valleys, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. After approximately 3 to 4 hours of trekking, you will reach Laguna Uruscocha, where you will have time to rest, enjoy your packed lunch, and admire the spectacular mountain scenery. After free time at the lake, the group returns along the same route to the trailhead and then back to Huaraz in the late afternoon.

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