2024 Huaraz Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Huaraz sits more than 3,000 meters above sea level, with the snow-capped peaks of the Cordillera Blanca range forming its dramatic eastern skyline.

Huaraz: Peru’s Hiking and Backpacking Capital

#backpacking Huaraz, located in the Peruvian Andes, is a mecca for backpackers looking to explore some of the world’s most stunning mountain landscapes. The city serves as a gateway to the Cordillera Blanca mountain range, home to snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, and challenging trekking routes. The famous Laguna 69 trek is a popular day hike for backpackers, offering incredible views of glacial lakes and towering mountains. For those looking for a multi-day trek, the Santa Cruz trek provides a more immersive adventure through the Andean wilderness. Huaraz is known for its welcoming backpacker community, budget-friendly accommodations, and adventure-filled atmosphere, making it an excellent destination for nature lovers and hikers alike.

Peru's Punta Lake and Huaraz!

Is Machu Picchu the only thing in Peru?! The Paron Lake in Huaraz, filled with soda-like colors without any filters, was formed by melting glaciers! You can enjoy an incredibly refreshing view with a short 30-minute trek (uphill/downhill), which is shorter than the trek to Lake 69. How to get there: Use tour companies like K2peru Attraction: Laguna Paron Hotel: Huaraz city center / If you have the stamina, a round trip by night bus in one day is also possible! Recommended food & restaurants: Street skewers Shopping info: You can buy souvenirs at the artisan Mercado

Cordillera Huayhuash Trekking Peru

Cordillera Huayhuash is one of the best trekking in Peru with amazing mountain views high passes over 4600m. beautiful mountain crystal water lakes, tiny villages- The full program take 11 - 12 days with two optional climbing to diablo mudo 5350m. and pumarinri 5450m. huahuash via trapecio - 8 - 9 days , huayhuash via queropalca 6 - 7 days #campingglamping #newyearadventure