Operational Tour May to September Free Reprogramming Group Service

All year
Easy
1 day

5200 m.s.n.m
Spanish
8/15 people

On the slopes of the imposing Huascarán snow-capped mountain, 58 kilometers north of Huaraz, 25 min. Approximately by car you will find the city of Yungay (2,458 m). Its name etymologically comes from the word “Yunga”, which means warm. This city was completely rebuilt after the 1970 earthquake, and today it is a large cemetery. The ancient city of Yungay is located just 1.5 km from the new city. Now it is a modern and peaceful city, at the same time it is the point to visit the Llanganuco lagoons, which are 25 km away.

Very important information:

✅ Quotes available for tomorrow
✅ Preferably reserve 24 hours in advance, sometimes spaces are sold out on weekends.

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Departure and return location

Departure and arrival at the Alpamayo hotel

Departure time

9:30am

Time to return

7:30am

Price includes

Tourist transport at 90% capacity.
1 Official tourism guide
Permanent assistance
First aid kit
Our services are group trips, for a private or individual trip contact us

Price excludes

Tickets to Huaraz from place of origin Lima-Huaraz - Lima or others.
Breakfast at lagoon 69
Lunches or Dinners during the tour and the city of Huaraz
Drinks
Entrance tickets to tourist sites
Nothing that has not been mentioned within the program.
Entrance to the Huascarán national park, national tourist 15 soles and foreign tourist 30 soles per person.

Additional costs

Coca tea: S/. 2.00
HORSE: S/. 8.00 per person
Lunch: between S/. 15.00 or more depending on the dish.

COVID 2019 protocols

Do not present symptoms of Coronavirus
Affidavit of Health
Carry and use your mask correctly
Respect hygiene and disinfection processes
Maintain social distancing of 1.5 meters
Capacity of tourist cars at 50% capacity
Mandatory use of face shield
Respect the loading capacity for each tourist site
When confirming the reservation, request your sworn declaration
If the load is exceeded, you will have to wait for the other tourists to return to their bus.

TRAVEL PROGRAM

•Departure

09:30am Departure to the south of Huaraz. We will enter the Huascarán National Park through the Pachacoto detour, approximately 1 hour from Huaraz.

•1st stop

Pumapampa gasified waters, naturally gasified waters due to the action of minerals within the Huascarán National Park.

•2nd stop

Puya Raimondi, a plant about 10 m high that dies after flowering and grows only in some parts of high-Andean areas.

•3rd stop

Pumashimi Lagoon, a small lagoon that, due to the rocks and the movement of the sun, forms various colors inside.

•4th stop

Cave paintings, paintings found on some rocks on the road to Pastoruri, probably made in the archaic period.

•5th stop

Pastoruri, to get to the glacier you walk approximately 40 minutes or you can use the horses that the residents rent until halfway, you cannot touch the snow because it is fenced at approximately 3 meters, you can see the frozen lagoon that was formed by the deglaciation of the snow-capped mountain.

•Lunch

Lunch in the town of Catac or Ticapampa returning from Pastoruri.

•Arrival

05:30 pm aproximadamente FIN DEL TOUR, llegada a la ciudad de Huaraz.

LOCATION

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Frequently asked questions about this destination

1At what altitude is the Pastoruri Glacier Tour?

The Pastoruri Glacier & Puya Raymondi tour is located at 5,000 meters above sea level. within the Cordillera Blanca and the Áncash region. Because one of the climate change routes can only reach a maximum altitude of 5050 m, as the Huascaran National Park has banned access to the glacier in order to protect and maintain the snow-capped mountain.

2Would you like to visit Glaciar Pastoruri?

The food on this tour is coordinated with the agency of travel, also recommendable snacks and drinks for the recorrido. Durante el trayecto can comer algunas comidas tipicas donde deja el bus or transporte turistico, pero al return el guia local va organizarse para hacer una parada dentro de los pueblo de Catac or Recuay. The Nevado Pastoruri is a mountain of the center of Peru localizada in the center of Pachapaqui, Distrito de Aquia, Provincia de Bolognesi and the Department of Ancash. Se halla enclavada en la cordillera Blanca, una cadena montañosa que form parte de la cordillera Occidental de los Andes Peruanos.

3What is the climate for the Glaciar Pastoruri tour?

The Cordillera Blanca en temporada seca is designed for ten days of despejados and with basic sun.

Pese a que las noches son despejadas también suelen ser frías, including más que las noches nubladas.

During the short period of time, during the summer and in the summer, the weather was present during the day and the night.

4What are the best dates to go on the Pastoruri Glacier & Puyaraimondi tour?

To visit the Pastoruri Glacier tour, it is preferably recommended to do it between the months of April to September. Since during this period we are in the dry season and there may be rain, but minimal. Another important aspect is that in the dry season you can take incredible photos of the place and the entire landscape environment; however, this lagoon can be visited all year round.

5Can you go with children to the Pastoruri Glacier?

Generally, you can do the walk with children from 9 years old since the path is not complicated; In the case of older adults, we recommend contacting us so we can adapt the tour according to their needs. The transportation reaches the lagoon itself because the tour is of a very easy level. Local people also offer horse riding services. Generally access is easy level.

6What is the difficulty of Trekking to the Pastoruri Glacier tour?

It has a medium difficulty. It is suitable for all those who have a regular physical condition but we must always be careful with the altitude to plan for food or take pills for altitude. To avoid some complications on this type of tour it is necessary to do a good acclimatization.

7How much does the entrance to the Pastoruri Glacier tour cost?

The cost for Peruvians S/. 15 and foreigners S/.30. For more information you can see it here at this link: Information on entering the Huascaran National Park

8Where is the Pastoruri Glacier tour?

The Nevado Pastoruri is a mountain that belongs to the Cordillera Blanca, has a height of 5240m and is located in the peasant community of Cátac, 365 km north of Lima, and 35 km south of Huaraz, in the province of Recuay Ancash.

9WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?

1. Cap for the cold, buff and hat for the sun.
2. Sunglasses.
3. Wool gloves (you can buy in Huaraz for a value of S/. 10.00).
4. Sunscreen and lip balm.
5. Trekking pants, long-sleeved synthetic polo shirts (not cotton), windbreaker and an extra jacket for the cold.
6. High-top trekking footwear resistant to water and rough terrain.
7. Camera.
8. Pills for altitude sickness and coca leaves.
9. Extra food (cookies, chocolates, fruits, etc.).
10. Take your ID or Passport.

10WHAT SHOULD I NOT DO IN LAGUNA PARÓN?

1. Do not leave garbage on the road, especially because you damage the habitat of the Huascarán National Park.
2. Stay away from the group to avoid unnecessary delays.
3. For example, uprooting some plant from the PNH.
4. Bring pets.

11What to bring?

Comfortable clothing for the cold, sunscreen, sunglasses, cap or hat, backpack or bag to carry things, water (preferably in a reusable bottle), cash to buy food along the way.

12 RECOMMENDATIONS

1. Stay in Huaraz to condition your body for the altitude the day before the tour.
2. Hydration and rest the day before your departure is important.
3. Drinking coca tea will help against altitude sickness.
4. Wear good footwear for your trekking, this way you will avoid injuries to your feet.
5. Carry only what you need in your backpack.
6. Your pace of walking to the viewpoint will be important, make it slow and steady to control your breathing.
7. During the trek eat chocolates, this is converted into energy (glycogen) that will help you.
8. We strongly recommend that you keep your trash in your backpack and place it in the containers upon your return.

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