Day Hike (Hard)

Lagoon Churup

This is one of the most popular and well known day hikes and it conveniently located only a short drive out of Huaraz. We take the car from Huaraz to Pitec, driving through the attractive farming settlements of Unchus and Llupa (one hour drive).

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From Pitec (3850m) there is a steady continuous and steep climb on a dirt path to the hidden Laguna Churup (4450m), a beautiful turquoise mountain lake below Nevada Churup (5493m). The final 100m to the lake is climbing up a steep rock gully which less fit people may find difficult.

Allow 4 to 5 hours walk from Pitec to the lake and return to the car. This is a demanding hike
due to the final rock scramble and it a better option for your second day hike in Huaraz after you have already had a little time to acclimatise.

Departs Huaraz 07:30
Return Huaraz 15:00
Huaraz altitude = 3070m
Hike starts at 3800m (reached by driving)
Maximum altitude reached hiking = 4450m

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1 person: US$196
2 people: US$110 each
3 people: US$88 each
4 people: US$72 each
5 or 6 people: US$66 each
Includes guide, lunch, private transport and National Park entry

Morales Guest House

Located in the heart of Huaraz, Ancash, Peru, our cozy lodge offers the perfect retreat for travelers seeking comfort and tranquility in a stunning natural setting.