Lake Hualcacocha

From Huaraz, we’ll travel by private vehicle along the Carhuaz–Chacas Road, passing through the picturesque villages of Shilla and Catay until reaching the Ulta Valley. After checking in at the Huascarán National Park control, we’ll begin our hike by crossing the river and wetlands of the Ulta Valley, following a zigzagging trail that ascends alongside a creek flowing down from the Hualcacocha Lagoon. The route continues through dense quenual forests filled with wildflowers and native mushrooms typical of the region.
After approximately three hours, we’ll arrive at the stunning turquoise Hualcacocha Lagoon, lying at the foot of the Hualcan North Peak (5,300m. / 17,388ft.) and Mount Ulta (5,440m. / 17847ft.). We’ll enjoy Box lunch by the lake and take some time to rest and admire the scenery before descending along the same path. The return hike takes about two hours. Our vehicle will be waiting in the Ulta Valley for the return to Huaraz.