Lake 69
Itinerary
Altitude: 4.400 m.
Duration: 01 day.
Difficulty: PD
We leave Huaraz by road to Yungay (1 hour), and then transfer on a local bus that takes us to the point called Cebollapampa. This is the starting point for the climb of Pisco ( 5,750m.). During the ride we enter the imoressive valley of Llanganuco, and also start at the check point to pay the entrance to Huascaran National Park (5 soles). We pass the lakes of Chinancocha and Orconcocha, of a beautiful color, surrounded by imposing summits of Huascarán North(6,655m.), Yanapaqccha ( 5,347m.) Huandoy ( 6,395m.), Chacraraju ( 6,112m.) and Pisco ( 5,750m). From Cebollapampa ( 3,850m.) we start the trek to Lake 69 (4,400m.), a beautiful blue lake. After 1 hour at the lake, we descend to Cebollapampa to take the bus back to Yungay – Huaraz.
What's included?
SERVICES INCLUDED:
Transportation by vehicle to and from the roadhead
two-man tents including sleeping pads
pack animals
kitchen crew and commissary gear with all meals included as well as a bilingual guide on the trek
who will handle the first aid kit.
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED:
Alcoholic beverages
Extra
tips
taxes
laundry service
additional tours
insurance
sleeping bags
hiking boots and other personal gear.
- Level: Moderate and difficult
- Season : All year
- Departure: Every day
- Price : On Request
- Minimum : 2 passengers