Surrounded by jagged snowy peaks, glaciers and turquoise blue lakes, Huaraz is a real mountain adventure destination, not to mention home to ancient cultures and charming little villages.
Hidden among three huge mountain ranges, in the middle of the Callejon de Huaylas, Huaraz boasts some pretty amazing landscapes. On one side is the majestic Cordillera Blanca- the highest mountain range in the world after the Himalayas, with 34 peaks over 19,685ft. (6,000m) high. This includes the impressive Huascaran, the highest mountain in Peru, and the beautiful Alpamayo, that looks like a typical child’s drawing of a mountain! Leading from here down to the coast is the snowless Cordillera Negra, where finally you can see the pointy peaks of the Cordillera Huayhuash.
Huaraz is the heart of the adventure sports scene in Peru and a world class mountain destination. Choose between mountain climbing, trekking, mountain biking, rafting, horseback riding, rock climbing- there really is something for everyone looking for an adrenaline rush! There’s also a wealth of equipment rental and specialized guides ready and willing to help you.
Peru’s Andean adventure Kingdom
For those looking for a more relaxing adventure, there are plenty of beautiful lakes and picturesque villages to visit. And for explorers interested in discovering ruins, you can’t miss the pre-Inca Chavín de Huántar, the carved stone capital of the Chavín culture that ruled Peru over 9,000 years ago and was one of the very first advanced cultures in the Andes.
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Hiking Huaraz
Often compared to a vast turquoise sea, the Perito Moreno glacier is one of nature´s greatest wonders. One of the few advancing glaciers on earth, it is around 30km long and in places up to 60m high. Many visitors wait, poised with cameras, to catch the next show of falling glacial ice. Huge chunks, sometimes weighing tons, plummet into the icy waters below the glacier, bobbing up again as icebergs in the Lake Argentino.
Chavin de Huantar
Often compared to a vast turquoise sea, the Perito Moreno glacier is one of nature´s greatest wonders. One of the few advancing glaciers on earth, it is around 30km long and in places up to 60m high. Many visitors wait, poised with cameras, to catch the next show of falling glacial ice. Huge chunks, sometimes weighing tons, plummet into the icy waters below the glacier, bobbing up again as icebergs in the Lake Argentino.
Laguna llanganuco
Often compared to a vast turquoise sea, the Perito Moreno glacier is one of nature´s greatest wonders. One of the few advancing glaciers on earth, it is around 30km long and in places up to 60m high. Many visitors wait, poised with cameras, to catch the next show of falling glacial ice. Huge chunks, sometimes weighing tons, plummet into the icy waters below the glacier, bobbing up again as icebergs in the Lake Argentino.
Pastoruri Glacier
Often compared to a vast turquoise sea, the Perito Moreno glacier is one of nature´s greatest wonders. One of the few advancing glaciers on earth, it is around 30km long and in places up to 60m high. Many visitors wait, poised with cameras, to catch the next show of falling glacial ice. Huge chunks, sometimes weighing tons, plummet into the icy waters below the glacier, bobbing up again as icebergs in the Lake Argentino.
Cordillera Huayhuash
Often compared to a vast turquoise sea, the Perito Moreno glacier is one of nature´s greatest wonders. One of the few advancing glaciers on earth, it is around 30km long and in places up to 60m high. Many visitors wait, poised with cameras, to catch the next show of falling glacial ice. Huge chunks, sometimes weighing tons, plummet into the icy waters below the glacier, bobbing up again as icebergs in the Lake Argentino.
Laguna 69
Often compared to a vast turquoise sea, the Perito Moreno glacier is one of nature´s greatest wonders. One of the few advancing glaciers on earth, it is around 30km long and in places up to 60m high. Many visitors wait, poised with cameras, to catch the next show of falling glacial ice. Huge chunks, sometimes weighing tons, plummet into the icy waters below the glacier, bobbing up again as icebergs in the Lake Argentino.
destination map
| Title | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
Machu Picchu | 08680, Perú | Machu Picchu, the lost city of the Incas, is quite possibly the reason you chose to travel to Peru in the first place! It was recently voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World and we guarantee that this magical spot will not disappoint you. Read more… |
Cusco | Cusco, Perú | Cusco is the jump off point for a trip into the surrounding Sacred Valley to the less visited ruins and brightly painted churches of the southern valley en route to Puno or to crop circles and Inca salt pans…and of course to the World Wonder of Machu Picchu! Read more… |
Sacred Valley | Valle Sagrado, 08670, Perú | Nestled deep within the Peruvian Andes, the Sacred Valley is home to charming Inca towns, impressive archaeological sites, and traditional local markets. It is also one of the best areas in Peru for a wide range of adventure activities while en route to Machu Picchu. Read more… |
Lima | Lima, Perú | Known as the ‘City of Kings’, Lima is a city of contrasts. A mix of the old world and the new; modernity and tradition…Lima is a chaotic yet fascinating capital city. As well as being Peru’s capital, it is also the capital of gastronomy for all of the Americas! Read more… |
Lake Titicaca / Puno | Titicaca | Legend has it that the children of the sun god, Manco Capac, and his sister, Mama Ocllo, rose from the depths of Lake Titicaca to build the Inca Empire. Explore the floating Uros Islands made from totora reeds and, discover the region’s authentic folklore. Read more… |
Arequipa & Colca Canyon | Chivay, Perú | Legend has it that the children of the sun god, Manco Capac, and his sister, Mama Ocllo, rose from the depths of Lake Titicaca to build the Inca Empire. Explore the floating Uros Islands made from totora reeds and, discover the region’s authentic folklore. Read more… |
Peruvian Amazon | Selva Amazonica, Perú | Early morning bird watching, late night jungle walking, fishing for piranhas, or a visit to the world’s largest macaw’s clay lick where hundreds of birds meet to feed – a truly colorful sight! There’s nothing like the wildlife that thrives in the Peruvian Amazon! Read more… |
Ica, Paracas, Nazca | Ica, Perú | Situated on Peru’s arid desert coastline, this region boasts an interesting mix of ancient local culture, spectacular natural beauty and adventure sports. Ica, Paracas, and Nazca makes a great stop off or break point on a coastal ride towards Arequipa. Read more… |
Trujillo & Chiclayo | Trujillo, Perú | |
Chachapoyas | Chachapoyas, Perú | |
Huaraz | Huaraz, Perú | Surrounded by jagged snowy peaks, glaciers and turquoise blue lakes, Huaraz is a real mountain adventure destination, not to mention home to ancient cultures and charming little villages. Read more… |
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Best times to
visit huaraz
Huaraz is high up in the mountains and so it enjoys sunny days and cold nights throughout most of the year. Rainy season is between November and March.
The trekking and climbing season is between May and August with July being the busiest month. It is the dry season in the highlands of Peru (Huaraz – Cordillera Blanca & Huayuash). During the dry season in the mountains of the Cordillera Blanca and Huayhuash the nights can be very cold, often falling to freezing in May and September. Average temperatures range from less than 41°F (5°C) to 64°F (18°C).
practical information
HOW TO GET THERE
You can reach Huaraz by road and, there are excellent buses from Cruz del Sur that connect Lima to Huaraz. It is about a 7 to 8 hour bus ride. There are also night buses in case you want to save some time to explore during the day.
From Huaraz it is easy to connect to Trujillo and Chiclayo.
GETTING AROUND
In Huaraz it is easy and cheap to get a taxi. To travel from Huaraz to the smaller villages, you can take a bus or taxi.
WHERE TO STAY
Huaraz being the ultime hiking and climbing paradise has plenty of budget and lovely 3-star accommodation to spend the night. Most travelers start in Huaraz and from there take on a multiple day hike or climbing expedition. There are several comfortable lodges and boutique options just outside of Huaraz, from where you have a number of options to explore the surrounding areas.
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