Enjoy a unique adventure on our sightseeing tour to Lake Llanganuco, starting in Carhuaz, a charming town known for its delicious homemade ice cream. Here, you'll enjoy a short break to try these delicacies while admiring the beautiful scenery around you.
We'll then continue our journey to Yungay, a place full of history and culture. You'll learn about the moving storey of the 1970 earthquake and how this town has been reborn with strength and hope. You'll be amazed by the panoramic views and the friendliness of its people.
Finally, we'll arrive at the stunning Llanganuco Lagoon, where its turquoise waters reflect the majestic peaks of the mountain range. You'll have time to explore, take photos, and connect with nature.
Trip Itinerary:
From 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM, we'll depart from Huaraz for the Callejón de Huaylas. We'll visit the town of Carhuaz, where we'll enjoy a food tasting of artisan ice creams made with local fruits, and we'll also see the church and the square.
We'll stop at the Campo Santo de Yungay, where we'll visit the town buried by the 1970 earthquake and climb up to the Cristo Blanco. Continuing our tour, we'll visit Llanganuco Lagoon, located at 3,850 metres above sea level, which has turquoise waters, is surrounded by quenual forests, and is flanked by the snow-capped Huandoy, Yanapaccha, and Huascarán peaks. After visiting Llanganuco Lake, we'll head down to have lunch at a local restaurant.
The last stop on our tour will be the village of Taricá, where we'll see how clay crafts are made. We'll return to the city of Huaraz at approximately 7:00 PM.
Additional Information:
- Departure 9:00–9:30 AM and return 7:00 PM
- Difficulty: Easy.
- Altitude: 3,850 m.
