Hike to the Paron Lagoon

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Discover the Paron Lagoon on this tour, immersing yourself in a dreamlike landscape surrounded by imposing mountains and rich biodiversity. Upon reaching the Paron Lagoon at 13,780 feet a.s.l., you will witness the majesty of snow-capped peaks such as Artesonraju and Chacraraju, creating an unforgettable natural setting. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to explore Caraz, a charming town with its lively main square and delightful dairy product factories.

Details

Duration:

9 hours

Schedule:

8:30 AM

Meeting point:

Pickup at your accommodation or the Main Square

Guide:

Spanish, Basic English

Fitness level:

Intermediate, High

Included:

Transportation
Tour guide in Spanish (with basic English)

Excluded:

Entrance ticket national s/15 and foreigner s/30
Meals

Description

Between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, we will depart from the city of Huaraz towards Caraz, from where we will take a gravel road to enter the stunning Paron ravine. On this route, we will witness the wonderful natural diversity as we ascend to Paron Lagoon, located at 13,780 feet above sea level. This lagoon, surrounded by Queñuales, Ichus, and Orchids, offers dazzling views of the surrounding snow-capped peaks such as Artesonraju, Pirámide de Garcilaso, Pisco, and Chacraraju.

Once there, we will have enough time to admire the beauty of Paron Lagoon before returning to the city of Caraz. There, we will explore the charming main square and have the opportunity to visit its renowned dairy product factories, immersing ourselves in the cultural and gastronomic richness of the region.

What to bring