Laguna Wilcacocha
A great first acclimatization hike once you arrive in Huaraz.
Situated in the Cordillera Negra, Wilcacocha Lake offers the best view you can possibly ask for of the Cordillera Blanca.
Don´t wait anymore and book your hike with us now!
Highlights
- Enjoy the most scenic views of the Cordillera Blanca, you will see 80% of the glaciers
- You will get to see a trout fishing lake
- Enjoy our helpful staff and knowledgeable guides
- Hike to an amazing viewpoint to see the whole Laguna and the surrounding mountains
- Reach 3,745 meters (12,300 feet) in elevation
- Hike through majestic mountains
- This is a great acclimatization hike
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1 Day
Maximum Altitud: 3,745 meters above sea level
Distance: 14km
Price: s/ 65
Program for the day
Morning
We come pick you up at 7am to drive you to Puente Santa Cruz – Huaripampa (15km at the South of Huaraz). From there, we hike to 3,745m to the Wilcacocha Lake.
Distance: 7km
Hiking time: 4 hours
Afternoon
Once you have enjoyed the nice views you get from Wilcacocha Lake, we hike back down to the tranportation service that brings us back to Huaraz.
Distance: 7km
Hiking time: 2 hours
Includes
- Private tranportation
- Certificated Trekking guide (English speaking)
- First aid kit and oxygen tank in case of altitude sickness
Doesn’t include
- Personal hiking gear
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Any food and beverages sold on the way
- Tips