It is the largest lagoon in Cordillera Blanca. Located east of the city of Caraz, it is an ideal place for acclimatization and recreation for many tourists seeking adventure in this part of the Cordillera Blanca. On the way we will appreciate landscapes and cities of the Huaylas alley, adjacent to the mighty Santa River, the panoramic view of the Cordillera Blanca, the snow-capped mountains of Huandoys, Huascaran, Chopicalqui, Hualcan, Copa, Urus, Ranrapalca, Ocshapalca and Vallunaraju. We pass through Carhuaz, a city characterized by its traditional customs and costumes. We will visit the main square, the San Pedro church, you can taste ice cream made from natural fruit typical of this city and the Callejón de Huaylas. From Caraz, we take a detour to the east, entering by a paved road until we reach the lagoon of Parón with 32 km. approx.
Full Day: Huaraz – Carhuaz – Yungay – Caraz – Laguna Parón.
We pick you up at your hotel with our private vehicle, to travel to the north of the Callejón de Huaylas, located between the Cordilleras Blanca and Negra, passing through the towns of Yungar: we stop at the viewpoint of the Virgin Maria Auxiliadora, where we will appreciate the majestic Nevado Huascaran 6768 masl. the highest mountain in Peru, among other mountains of the Cordillera Blanca, then we continue by Anta, Marcara. Arriving in the city of Carhuaz where you can enjoy the rich ice cream made from fruit, you can take some pictures in the main square of Carhuaz. The route continues towards Caraz, we continue until we reach the lagoon of Parón with 32 km. approx., arriving at the lagoon, we make a walk of 2 hours approx. round trip to the viewpoint of the lagoon or walk along the edge of the lagoon. On the way back to Huaraz, on the way you will visit the utilitarian and decorative handicrafts and demonstration of the manufacture of ceramics in the district of Taricá.
Services included in the program:
- Private transportation.
- Official tour guide.
- Entrance fee to Huascaran National Park.
- Permanent assistance.
- First aid kit.
Not included:
- Personal equipment (waterproof jacket, down jacket, polar jacket, gloves, hats, hiking boots, sunglasses, etc).
- Food during the tour (breakfast, snacks, water, etc).
- Acommodation
Our priority is your satisfaction so we promise you to make the walks and ascents when you think it is more convenient and have time, giving you the best private service for you, your family or your group of friends with fully tailored and flexible programs.
Costs of our services
Our services for this season are with special prices for you, take advantage of promotions and discounts that range from 10% to 50% in additional services packages, with many benefits and free services, which Wakawi gives you for being a special customer. Contact us for more details.
Exclusive Private Service:
- 1 pax: 260 USD.
- 2 pax: 150 USD/per person.
- 3 pax: 120 USD/per person.
- 4 – 6 pax: 90,00 USD/per person.
