Paron Lake Full Day Tour
Description
Enjoy an amazing experience exploring the breathtaking Paron Lake — the largest in the Cordillera Blanca and one of the most photogenic landscapes in Peru. This easy-access hike offers a spectacular natural setting: turquoise waters framed by towering glaciers and snow-capped peaks reflected like a mirror on the lake’s surface. Join us on this tour, perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking awe-inspiring views. Discover why Paron Lake is a must-see destination on your trip to Huaraz.
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Itinerary
After picking you up from your hotel in the city of Huaraz (optional service), we’ll begin a fascinating two-hour journey by land, passing through stunning Andean landscapes and charming traditional villages. Along the way, we’ll stop in the town of Caraz, where you’ll have the option to enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant before continuing the trip.
We’ll pass by the historic town of Yungay, whose tragic past marked by the 1970 earthquake remains a powerful part of the Andean legacy.
The route continues along a scenic mountain road for another hour and a half until we reach the base camp of Paron Lake. From there, it’s just a short 15-minute walk to reach this breathtaking turquoise lake, the largest lagoon in the Cordillera Blanca and a designated Cultural Heritage Site of Peru since 2010. Surrounded by majestic snow-capped peaks such as Pirámide, Chacraraju, Huandoy, Pisco, and Artesonraju, the latter famously known for inspiring the Paramount Pictures logo, the lagoon offers an awe-inspiring natural spectacle. For the more adventurous, there is an optional one-hour hike up to a natural viewpoint. The trail is steep and zigzagging, but the reward is well worth the effort: a panoramic view of the lagoon and the towering white peaks that frame it. Throughout the journey, you’ll also witness the region’s native flora, including ferns, orchids, and bromeliads that add vibrant color to the landscape. Later, we’ll begin our return journey back to the city of Huaraz.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- When booking, please let us know the hotel where you will stay to verify the pick up area
- We recommend bringing snacks because the tour does not include food
- You must arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before starting the tour
- If you book without tickets, you can get them at the time of the tour. Cash payment in local currency (S/ 10.00 per person)
- Rates not valid for holidays such as Easter, National Holidays, New Year
- You must be in good physical condition
- We recommend a good acclimatization to the altitude before starting any activity
