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Lake 69 one day hiking tour, Cordillera Blanca
Discover Lake 69, one of the most spectacular lakes in the Cordillera Blanca in Peru, along Octavio, an IFMGA certified mountain guide.
Description
Would you like to visit one of the most beautiful lagoons of the Cordillera Blanca, in the Peruvian Andes? Then join me in this 1-day guided hike to the amazing Lake 69 (4600 m)!
This acqua color lagoon lies at the feet of the Chacraraju mountain. Also, most hikers considere it one of the most impressive scenic day treks in the Cordillera Blanca. Besides, it is one of the more than 400 lakes of the Huascaran National Park, a Biosphere Reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
We will leave from the city of Huaraz to the city of Yungay, 55km to the north. Then, we will turn towards the east part of the city to the ravine of Llanganuco, for about 28 kilometres. Along our way, we will be able to appreciate two other beautiful lagoons like Chinancocha and Orconcocha.
Then, once we arrive to Cebollapampa, we will start a hike for about 3 to 4 hours to Lake 69. We will stay for almost an hour enjoying the stunning view of the lagoon. Then, we will return to to Cebollapampa and to the city of Huaraz.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about this 1-day trek to Lake 69 in Peru! I will be happy to help you! Also, if you are looking for a more challenging adventure, join me in the Nevado Huascaran 6-day trip!
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Meeting point Huaraz |
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About the guide
Founder, manager and Mountain Guide of Andean Peaks
Member of IVBV (Internationale Vereinigung der Bergführerverbände) IFMGA (International Federation of Mountain Guides Association) UIAGM (Union Internationale des Associations de Guide de Montagne).
I was born and raised in the hamlet of Yarush in 1987, at the foot of the Cordillera Blanca. From very young age i was born my passion for the mountains. In 2003 I started as enthusiast to climbing in rock next to my brother Eloy. In 2009 i obtained the title as ''official guide of high mountain'', i also ranks first in his class.
I enjoys doing sports climbing and opening new avenues in the cordillera Blanca, and in other countries. My wide experience has meant that he has climbed most of the mountains in cordillera blanca.
What people are saying about Octavio Salazar Obregon
Julia V
5.00
August 2019
Karel Umlauf
3.00
June 2019
Octavio is very nice guy with acceptable command of English
Prices per person
Group of 2 | USD 104 each |
Group of 3 | USD 104 each |
Group of 4 | USD 104 each |
Group of 5 | USD 104 each |
Group of 6 | USD 104 each |
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Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Transportation from your hotel/airport (if in area) to the start of the trip and back
- Permit and entrance fees
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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