Peru · Trekking

8-Hour Hike to Laguna Ahuac in Huaraz with Museo de Sitio Wari

8 Hours Round trip from Huaraz Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike to Laguna Ahuac, a crystalline freshwater lagoon in Huascarán National Park
02 Admire snow-capped peaks including Vallunaraju, Churup, Huamashraju, and Cashan
03 Take in sweeping views over Huaraz, the Callejón de Huaylas, and the Cordillera Negra
04 Visit the Museo de Sitio Wari and its archaeological site after the trek

Trek to Laguna Ahuac, also known as Aguak, a natural freshwater reservoir within Huascarán National Park in the Cordillera Blanca, on the eastern side of the Callejón de Huaylas in the province of Huaraz, Áncash, Peru. Its clean, crystalline waters reflect a striking blue like a mirror, rewarding you after a 4-hour walk. Along the way and at the lagoon, enjoy spectacular views over Huaraz, the Cordillera Blanca, the Callejón de Huaylas, and the Cordillera Negra.

Its clean, crystalline waters reflect a striking blue like a mirror, rewarding you after a 4-hour walk.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hike to Laguna Ahuac and Visit Museo de Sitio Wari

Take a vehicle to the small village and archaeological site of Willcahuain, where your hike begins.

Follow a marked trail to the hill of San Cristobal and then continue towards the lagoon.
During the hike, admire the beautiful mountains surrounding you, the moraines formed by the glacier, and the snow-capped peaks of Vallunaraju, Churup, Huamashraju, and Cashan, along with a stunning view over Huaraz.
After returning, visit the Museo de Sitio Wari, the museum and archaeological site of the Wari culture.

The route