TYPE: Bus tours.

DISTANCE: 3 km.( 2 hours of hiking approx).

DURATION: 8 hours.

DIFFICULTY: Easy.

ALTITUDE: 4200 to 4440 M Above Sea Level

SEASON: Full Year.

 

This is one of the jewels of the Cordillera Blanca. Its beautiful turquoise color on clear days creates a natural spectacle that you cannot miss. From the viewpoint, you can appreciate the prominent mountains surrounding it reflected in its crystal-clear waters.”

We depart from Huaraz towards the north, visiting the third province of the Callejón de Huaylas: Carhuaz. We make a 30-minute stop to visit and enjoy artisanal ice creams. Continuing our journey, we admire the breathtaking views of the Huascarán and Huandoy snow-capped mountains and their surroundings. Then, we pass through the last two provinces of the Callejón de Huaylas: Yungay and Caraz.

From this last province, we head east to take a dirt road that leads us to the Parón Valley. After approximately two hours of travel, we arrive at our destination where we can enjoy activities such as kayaking or boating, and take a short hike of about 40 minutes to the viewpoint and Finally, we return to Huaraz.

Briefing.

Private transport.

English Guide.

First aid kit.


DON’T INCLUDE.

Entrance fee.

Breakfast.

Lunch (Picnic).

Snacks.

Personal spending.

Essential items to pack!

  • Small daypack.
  • Hiking poles.
  • Sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen.
  • Trekking shoes or boots.
  • Clothes (quick dry), trekking trousers, fleece.
  • Waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
  • Toilet paper.
  • Extra money.