Peru · Trekking

1-Day Lake 69 Hike from Huaraz with Cordillera Blanca Views

1 Day Round trip from Huaraz Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Complete the Lake 69 trek in 1 day
02 Enjoy wonderful mountain views of Pisco, Chacraraju, Yanapacha, and Huascarán's northern and southern peaks
03 Trek through Huascarán National Park to the beautiful Lake 69
04 Take on a moderate high-altitude hike from Cebollapampa to 4,600 m

Hike to Lake 69, one of the most beautiful lakes in the Cordillera Blanca, on this 1-day adventure from Huaraz. Trek through Huascarán National Park to reach the striking high-altitude lake and enjoy wonderful mountain views of Pisco, Chacraraju, Yanapacha, and Huascarán's northern and southern peaks. For brave hearts, there is even the chance to dare a jump into the lake for a swim.

Once you arrive, enjoy the wonderful mountain views of Pisco, Chacraraju, Yanapacha, and Huascarán's northern and southern peaks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Huaraz, Pisco, Huascarán National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Lake 69 Hike from Huaraz

Get ready for an early start as the tourist bus picks you up from your hotel at 5 AM. Drive to the starting point of the hike, Cebollapampa, which takes approximately three hours from Huaraz.
Begin your trek on a moderate slope and hike for about 4 hours to reach Lake 69.
Once you arrive, enjoy the wonderful mountain views of Pisco, Chacraraju, Yanapacha, and Huascarán's northern and southern peaks.
Hike back down along the same trail to Cebollapampa, where the bus will be waiting for you.
Board the bus and return to Huaraz at around 7 PM.

Distance: 12 km
Altitude: 3900 m to 4600 m
Rating: Moderate

The route