Nature
Huaraz
Ancash’s main travel base, with culture, markets, food and connections to the Cordillera Blanca and Callejón de Huaylas.
- 3,052 m
- Easy
- Flexible
EXPLORE ANCASH
Photo: Tamara Bravo · UnsplashMountains, lakes and living history
Find the experience that fits your time, interests and preparation.
Trekking
Laguna 69
A demanding high-altitude hike to intensely turquoise water beneath Chacraraju and Pisco.
- 4,600 m
- Challenging
- Full day
Lakes & lagoons
Laguna Parón
A broad turquoise lake framed by some of the most recognizable peaks of the Cordillera Blanca.
- 4,155 m
- Moderate
- Half or full day
Lakes & lagoons
Llanganuco Lakes
Chinancocha and Orconcocha rest in a deep valley between Huascarán and Huandoy.
- 3,850 m
- Easy
- Full day
Culture & history
Yungay Memorial (Campo Santo)
A historic memorial on the site of Old Yungay, with the Monumental Christ, preserved remains, an interpretation centre and views of Huascarán.
- 2,458 m
- Easy
- 1–2 h
Culture & history
Willkawain and Ichic Willkawain
Two Recuay- and Wari-period archaeological complexes with a three-level mausoleum, funerary galleries and more than 60 chullpas just outside Huaraz.
- 3,500 m
- Easy
- 2–3 h
Nature
Rataquenua Viewpoint
Huaraz’s great natural balcony, overlooking the city, Cordillera Blanca, Cordillera Negra and a cross of deep religious significance.
- 3,314 m
- Easy
- 1–2 h
Nature
Pastoruri Glacier
A high-Andean route that makes the transformation of tropical glaciers visible.
- 5,000 m
- Moderate
- Full day
Culture & history
Chavín de Huántar
A World Heritage ceremonial center that shaped religious and artistic traditions across the ancient Andes.
- 3,150 m
- Easy
- Full day