Peru · Trekking

1-Day Hike to Rocutuyocq Lagoon from Huaraz with Frozen Lagoon

1 Day Round trip from Huaraz Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike through the Paqcharuri ravine to Rocutuyocq Lagoon at 4,550 metres above sea level
02 Reach the glacier tongue or frozen lagoon in Huascarán National Park
03 Take in breathtaking views of Paccharaju, Bayoraju, Akillpo, and other peaks
04 Marvel at the Paqchruri waterfall and explore ancient cave paintings

Explore the wonders of Huascarán National Park on a captivating day trip from Huaraz. Hike through the Paqcharuri ravine to reach the breathtaking Rocutuyocq Lagoon at 4,550 metres above sea level, then continue to the awe-inspiring glacier tongue or frozen lagoon. Along the way, take in majestic views of Paccharaju, Bayoraju, Akillpo, and other peaks, and marvel at the cascading Paqchruri waterfall and ancient cave paintings.

Begin the hike through the Paqcharuri ravine until you reach Rocutuyocq Lagoon at 4,550 m.a.s.l.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Huaraz, Huascarán National Park

Languages Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Rocutuyocq Lagoon and Frozen Lagoon Hike

Get picked up from your hotel near the main square of Huaraz at 8:30 a.m.
Travel north, passing through the district of Marcara, and enter Huascarán National Park.
Begin the hike through the Paqcharuri ravine until you reach Rocutuyocq Lagoon at 4,550 m.a.s.l.
Continue hiking to reach the glacier tongue or frozen lagoon.
Capture incredible views of Paccharaju, Bayoraju, Akillpo, and other peaks.
See the Paqchruri waterfall and the cave paintings.
Stop in the village of Marcara for lunch on your own (average cost: 30 soles).
Return to the city of Huaraz, arriving at approximately 5:30 p.m.