Uruscocha Lake
Uruscocha Lake is a peaceful high-altitude glacial lake near Huaraz, located in the Cordillera Blanca. Surrounded by alpine scenery and snow-capped peaks, it is known for its clear waters and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for short hikes, acclimatization walks, and nature photography.
Trek Details
- Altitude Range: 3,700 / 4,350 m
- Duration: 1 Day
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Season: All year round
- Activity: Nature and Adventure
- Departure: Daily
Itinerary
Day 1 Huaraz (3,090 m) / Pashpa (3,700 m) / Lag. Uruscocha (4,350 m) / Huaraz
Departure (7:00 am) We will begin our pick-up from your hotel with our transportation and head northeast to Huaraz, heading to Pashpa, where the Huascaran National Park control point is located. National park entrance fees are S/15.00 soles and foreign park entrance fees are S/ 30 soles for a one-day visit. From here, we will begin hiking along a well-marked trail, surrounded by beautiful quenual trees and ichu meadows, until we reach the lagoon. We will rest for lunch and take photographs. We will then return along the same trail to our transportation and then to Huaraz.
(5 hours of hiking and 2 hours of transportation)
Services
Include
- 1-day excursion (Shared group service)
- Official tourist guide
- Tourist transportation
- Personalized assistance
Not Include
- Personal Travel Gear
- Food
- Entrance Tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Tips
FAQ
What to bring
- Bring appropriate clothing for both daytime (hot weather) and nighttime (cold weather), sunscreen, sunglasses, insect repellent, swimwear, a first-aid kit, walking shoes, a camera, a small backpack, and a headlamp (flashlight)
