Lake Churup at the Huascaran National Park

Lake Churup is located at the base of the snow-capped mountain of the same name, within the Huascaran National Park. In this challenging trek, we will visit this stunning lake of turquoise waters that offers amazing landscapes and panoramic views at 4,450 m.a.s.l.

Discover this wonder of the nature, and spend an adventure day in Huaraz with our tour to Lake Churup.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Pitec, FHV5+M3W, 02000, Peru

After picking you up from the hotel (optional), we will begin this adventure towards the town of Pitec.

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Unchus, Peru

During the way, we will pass through traditional Quechua towns like Unchus and Llupa, where you will be able to appreciate their adobe houses and their fields of crops.

Stop At: Laguna Churup, Huascaran National Park Peru

We will start the trekking after the registration to enter to the Huascaran National Park. Ascending for an hour and a half, we will reach a rocky section with beautiful waterfalls. Then, we will climb a quite challenging path for about 45 more minutes, which will take us to the wonderful Lake Churup (4,450 m.a.s.l.).

Along the route, we will have the opportunity to watch a great biodiversity of flora and fauna. We will walk around this lovely lake with crystal waters, and admiring the amazing landscapes, with plenty time to take pictures and take a well-deserved rest.

At the end, we will back for the same path until reach our transport, and get back to the city of Huaraz.

Duration: 2 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level"
"We recommend bringing snacks, because the tour does not include food"
"When booking , please let us know the hotel where you will stay to verify the pick up area"
"You should arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure of the tour"
"If you book without tickets, you can get them at the time of the tour,. Cash payment in local currency (S/ 10.00 per person)"
"Rates not valid for holidays such as Easter, National Holidays, New Year"
"You must be in good physical condition"
"We recommend a good acclimatization to the altitude before starting any activity"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 07:00 AM
Duration: 9 Hours
Start location: Jirón José de Sucre, Jr. José de Sucre, Huaraz 02001, Peru
Traveler pickup is offered
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.


Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Professional guide in Spanish and English
• Transportation
• Entry/Admission - Laguna Churup

Not Included

• Gratuities
• Food and drinks
• Bus Station transfers
• Drop off at your hotel at the end of the tour

Facilities