Hike Laguna 69
The Laguna 69, located at 4600m/15,092ft. lies just at the flank of The Pisco and Chacraraju Mountain. This is one of the most beautiful aqua colored glacial lakes in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range. Considered by most Guides as one of the most impressive scenic day hikes in the Huascaran Nationa Park. It is truly a very unique and special place. On clear days you can look straight through its deep blue color waters, there is an incredible waterfall dropping right into the far end of the lake that makes amazing scenery to enjoy.
This hike rated as medium to hard , because of the altitude and challenging hiking effort at the last section just before to reach the lake, combines and scenic mountain view of the main peaks in the Cordillera Blanca, beautiful colored lakes, reach vegetation and magnificent water falls dropping down along the valley.
- Departure time: 5:00am
- End of tour: 18:00 approx.
DIFFICULTY
Moderate to hard, the highest point is the Laguna 69 (4600m/15,092ft)
GUARANTEED SERVICE
We will fulfill everything we offered you, there is nothing hidden, no surprises.
MOUNTAINS & NATURE
It means that distraction and relaxation are guaranteed.
BILINGUAL GUIDED
All guided tours in Spanish and English. Groups could be mixed.
Program details
Itinerario:
Huaraz – Yungay – Llanganuco’s valley – Cebollapampa – lake 69 – Huaraz
Duration: 3 hours (by car) 5 – 6 hours (hiking)
- We will pick you up at your hotel then drive north in our private transportation along the Callejon de Huaylas valley following the curse of the main river Santa in the Valley that divides the Cordillera Blanca at the East and the Cordillera Negra at the West, passing traditional town with its farmlands and enjoy the view of the peaks of the Cordillera Blanca.
- As we reach Yungay drive up on the dirt road to the North East where is located the Llanganuco Valley , just at the entrance of the valley we stop at the Huascaran National Park check point to register the continue drive up passing the beautiful lakes of Chinancocha and Orconcocha.
- Stop at the side of the Lake Chinancocha to takes some pictures then drive ahead to Cebollapamapa at 3900., our star hiking point to the lake 69.
- At the beginning it is an pleasant hike on the almost flat area for about 1 hour, passing through quenual tress enjoying view surrounded on the back ground we have the view of Huascaran mountain, the highest peak in the Cordillera Blanca, Chopicalqui, Yanapaccha.
- Then ascend on the well market sig sag path to the first small lake, as we gain hight a dramatic glaciated peak of Chacraraju,Yanapaccha, Huascaran, Chopicalqui and water falls in the valley comes into view.
- Continue ascending on the last sig sag path to the lake 69, some people find hard demandind the last section just before o reach the lake, you may feel the effects of the altitude and get tired just a last effort to get the lake.
- It is really worded to reach the lake you will be impressed by the beauty of the lake and a close up view of Pisco and Chacraraju mountains.
- Relax take pictures have box lunch enjoying the landscape sourrouded then descend on the same way to Cebollapampa , where our transportation is waiting to drive you back to Huaraz.
What’s included?
Services included in the program:
- Transportation.
- Trekking guide, english speaking.
- Basic first aid kit and oxygen bottle.
Not included:
- Bus tickets between Lima and Huaraz.
- Hotel accommodations for specified time in Huaraz.
- Food during the tour, I recommend you bring a box lunch or snack.
- Huascaran National park entrance fee (15 soles peruvians – 30 soles foreigns).
- Travel, Personal, and/or medical insurance.
Prices according to number of people Please contact us for more information.
GROUP DEPARTURE PRICE:
> 20 participants (soles per person) | From: PEN 60 |
- If you book in advance we find the other participants for the date you choice. (Group Service considerate from 14 to 18 participants) We open a new group minimum base on 2.
PRIVATE SERVICE (Exclusive):
Peruvian soles per person
| 01 person | PEN 660 |
| 02 people | PEN 335 |
| 04 people | PEN 225 |
| 06 people | PEN 152 |
- If you want to take this PRIVATE SERVICE, you can book up to a week before the date (subject to availability).
- If you are a group of friends or family of 4 people or more, we recommend that you try to organize your experience in PRIVATE SERVICE, for a better experience.
We can start a new departure date based with minimum 2 people.
FAQs?
Hotels, bus before/after trek?
We can also organize transfers, hotels in Huaraz or other cities, packages in the rest of the country etc. If you would prefer more services, from the airport in Lima for example or a complete Peru travel package, please let us know.
How to book the full day?
FIRST: To make a booking, please email us to check availability and receive customized booking form.
All clients will need to fill out a passenger details form. Please be ready with the following information (FROM EACH PARTICIPANT in your group). We need the following information:
- Personal information (Full name, exactly as on your passport):
- Gender and passport number
- Nationality and date of birth.
SECOND: We require a deposit of 50% per person. You can make your payment by VISA/Mastercard/Dinners or another cards (payment link) or Wester Union (request our data).
Important for group departures!
- If you book in advance we find the other participants for the date you choice. (Group Service considerate from 14 to 18 participants) We open a new group minimum base on 2.
- For booking validation you should deposit a 50% of total price, and rest 50% you pay when you arrive to Peru or Huaraz.
- Dear visitors you should know that our company is available to provide wherever information regarding our trip, for detailed information you should request us and we will reply as soon as possible, because we have an expert guide available.
- Our trek rates can change according the book time or number of participants, contact with us for more information please.
Confirmed group departures 2026
Important additional information
Private transportation in Huaraz
You can also hire only private transportation service without a guide, make a group and ask us for a quote, we have good prices.
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