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Laguna 69 tour, 2 days in the Huascaran National Park

Laguna 69 tour, 2 days in the Huascaran National Park | Peru

Join local certified mountain guide, Edgar, on an unforgettable 2-day lake tour in the Peruvian Andes and discover the stunning Laguna 69, and the twin Orconcocha and Chicacocha lakes. Enjoy birdwatching and trekking in a pristine and beautiful environment full of mystique!

Group

Andes

2 Days

Apr - Nov

Occasional

Beginner


Highlights

* Discover some of the most beautiful lakes of the Peruvian Andes.

* Enjoy birdwatching and trekking in a stunning location.

* Join a unique 2-day program and experience the amazing Andean mountain culture.

* A percentage of the proceeds from this trek go towards community support.

Description

Would you like to discover some of the most beautiful lakes in the Peruvian Andes? Then come with me on this 2-day Laguna 69 trekking adventure in the Huascaran National Park and I will show you some of the most stunning spots in the region!

Laguna 69 is located in the Huascaran National Park and is one of the most famous lakes in the area. Its crystalline waters are fed by the meltwaters of the stunning Chacraraju and it boasts truly spectacular scenery. On this 2-day adventure, we will visit this beautiful lake and also the twin Oroncocha and Chicacocha lakes in the Llanganuco valley.

We will set off from Huaraz and start hiking from Cebollapampa. From there, we will start our trek towards Laguna 69. After admiring the beautiful views, we will continue trekking and set up camp at Yuracorral. The following day, we will visit Oroncocha and Chicacocha lakes before returning to Huaraz. You can find a detailed itinerary below.

Please keep in mind that you will need a good fitness level to join this trip. Of course, I will be there to help and guide you.

So, are you ready to discover some of the most beautiful lakes in the Peruvian Andes? Then contact me now and let’s start planning an unforgettable adventure.

Or, if you prefer, you can join me on this 1-day Laguna 69 trek!

Price includes

- Accommodation included

- Guiding fee

- Breakfast

- Lunch

- Dinner

- Transportation start and back

Price details

NOT INCLUDED: Huascaran National Park entrance fees.


Itinerary

Day 1: Huaraz – Lake 69 Full day Trek

We will depart at around 6am from Huaraz and transfer directly to Cebollapampa passing by Llanganuco Lakes at 3850masl. We will stop at the trailhead of Cebollapampa and start hiking up to Lake 69. First, we will trek for one-hour on a flat area and then, the second hour, we will follow a zigzag trail, and yet another hour until we get to the lake.  We will enjoy the panoramic mountain views and the lake itself and then walk down for about 2 hours to the campsite set-up in Yuracorral, at the top of the Llanganuco Lake.

Day 2: Llanganuco Lakes and Valley Trek

We will begin by visiting lake Orconcocha where we will enjoy bird watching, and then going to Chinacocha, where we will enjoy sailing in small boats. Afterward, we will continue hiking along the beautiful Maria Josefa trail which is full of vegetation. In the end, the bus will be waiting and will take us to a typical countryside restaurant for lunch. We will return the same way to Yungay for about one hour where the city was buried by a huge avalanche that came down in the 1970 earthquake. Finally, we will drive back to Huaraz, and arrive at around 6 pm to the bus station terminal.

 

About the guide

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William

Mountain Guide

I was born at the foot of Huascaran, Peru’s highest peak. I spent my childhood preparing for a career as a mountain guide. I began working as a porter on big expeditions all around the Cordillera Blanca range to earn both money and the necessary experience to begin my accreditation process towards a prestigious UIAGM Certification.

As my training for this, I spent most of my years from my early 20’s in the mountains as an aspirant guide, apprenticing under others and developing my own strength, style, and techniques as a guide.

Having earned the title of UIAGM mountain guide, I have worked on just about every peak in the National Park with groups from around the globe and continues to do so with patience and professionalism in all aspects of the job.

Languages

English

Certificates

AGMP | UIAGM


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