Full-Day Tour To Lake Paron From Huaraz
Description
Stand tall at 4200 masl where Lake Paron, the largest lake in the Cordillera Blanca, on the Peruvian Andes, is nested. It is surrounded by several snow peaks, especially by Pirámide. Lake Paron formed as a natural reservoir and you will be blown away by its turquoise colour. Also, visit the historical province of Yungay, Plaza de Armas and more.
Highlights
- Hike to the top of the Paron Lake
- Explore the historical province of Yungay
- Marvel at the stunning Quenuales valley
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Have your breakfast in the hotel around 6 am. Meet your Lake Paron tour guide and depart in an air-conditioned private minivan around 7 am, in the North direction along the Callejon de Huaylas valley.
Start the tour in Huaraz 3100 masl and then pass the typical small village of Paltay, Tarica.
Cross the Rio Santa. Pass several typical villages Jangas, Yungar, Anta from where you can appreciate the beautiful white mountains Huandoy, Huascaran, Hualcan, Copa and others; you can also stop for photos.
Continue passing the Marcara district.
Move to Carhuaz where you can walk around the Plaza de Armas. Carhuaz is located at 2650 masl.
Propel to the historical province of Yungay, the ancient buried city at 2500 masl.
Enjoy a guided visit which will take you around 45 minutes.
Continue to Caraz small city.
Begin on the unpaved trail going up along the Paron River full of eucalyptus trees and typical houses of peasants.
Start driving up by a wonderful valley full of trees called Quenuales.
Arrive at Paron Lake and enjoy walking around the lake. Hike to the top of the lake with your guide.
Enjoy clicking pictures and return to Caraz for a refreshing lunch in a typical restaurant around 3 pm.
Drive back direct to Huaraz, arriving around 6 pm.
What's Included
Air-conditioned transfer
Official English-speaking Lake Paron tour guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal assistance
What's Excluded
Huascaran National Park entrance tickets
Food and beverages
Extra services or transfers
Tips
Know before you go
After reservation, please stay in touch for the last-minute details
Meeting Point
Huaraz, Peru
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
1 To 4 | USD 120 Per Person |
Child | |
1 To 4 | USD 120 Per Person |
This is a private tour |