Cordillera Blanca

Huaraz, base for high-altitude adventures

Huaraz is the city that gives access to the Cordillera Blanca, the highest tropical mountain range in the world, with more than 30 peaks over 6,000 meters. Located in the Ancash region, about 8 hours from Lima, it's the ideal starting point for day hikes and multi-day treks.

Huascarán and the legendary peaks

Peru's highest mountain, Huascarán (6,768 m), dominates the landscape alongside other iconic peaks like Alpamayo, often described as one of the most beautiful mountains in the world for its perfect pyramidal shape.

Laguna 69 and the glacial lakes

Among the most celebrated hikes is the trek to Laguna 69, a turquoise glacial lake set among rock walls and glaciers. Other lagoons such as Churup and Paron round out a range of routes suited to different levels of physical fitness.

Multi-day treks

For those looking for a more immersive experience, the Santa Cruz Trek is one of the most famous trekking routes in South America: 4 days across Andean valleys, high-altitude passes and panoramic views of the range's snow-capped peaks.

If you love mountains and trekking, the Cordillera Blanca is one of the most authentic experiences to have on a trip to Peru!