3 Days Wilcacocha Frozen Lagoon and Churup A Unique Experience

3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Our tour is designed for travelers who want more than just sightseeing. We combine four of the most beautiful lagoons in the Cordillera Blanca—Wilcacocha, Rocotuyoc, Frozen Lagoon, and Churup—into a well-balanced adventure with breathtaking scenery, gradual acclimatization, and carefully planned routes.

Travel with experienced local guides, comfortable transportation, and small groups that allow for a more personal and flexible experience. We focus on safety, nature, and authentic Andean landscapes, ensuring a memorable journey from start to finish.

What's Included

Official tour guide
Pickup from your hotel (urban area) or come to our office
Entrance fee to Huascarán National Park
First-aid kit or we recommend bringing your own first-aid kit
Drop-off in the city center
Shared tourist transportation
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Other services not specified
Personal expenses
Personal warm clothing and trekking gear

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
GRUPO ALPAMAYO Tours & Hotel | Operador Turistico

Our main office is located at Av. Mariscal Toribio de Luzuriaga 475, 2nd Floor, Huaraz. For hotel pickup coordination, please contact us via WhatsApp at +51 942 646 424. We will help make your trip unforgettable.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Huaraz City (3,100 m) – Transfer to Santa Cruz Village – Trek to Wilcacocha Lagoon (3,400 m) – Return to Huaraz

    1 stop
  • 1
    Laguna Wilcacocha

    We visit the Cordillera Negra, offering magnificent panoramic views of the Cordillera Blanca. At this beautiful lagoon, you may observe wild ducks in their natural habitat. Hiking time: approx. 2–3 hours. Full Day Tour • Maximum Altitude: 3,400 m / 11,154 ft • Route: Wilcacocha Lagoon • Availability: All year round • Difficulty: Easy Wilcacocha Lagoon Wilcacocha Lagoon is located at 3,745 m above sea level. Its name comes from the Quechua words willca (grandchild) and cocha (lagoon), meaning “Lagoon of the Grandchild.”

    6 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 2

    Huaraz City (3,100 m) – Vicos Village – Rocotuyoc Lagoon & Frozen Lagoon (5,000 m) – Return to Huaraz

    1 stop
  • 2
    Huascaran National Park

    On the Rocotuyoc Lagoon tour, you will discover one of the newest attractions within Huascarán National Park. After pickup from your hotel or meeting point, we depart at 9:00 a.m., heading north of Huaraz toward the Cordillera Blanca and the Honda Valley. First stop: Marcara village, at a local restaurant to arrange lunch. Second stop: Pacharuri Waterfall. Third stop (optional): Ancient rock paintings. Fourth stop: Rocotuyoc Lagoon (4,500 m), featuring breathtaking scenery and turquoise-green waters. Continuing the tour, we take a 40-minute hike to the Frozen Lagoon, located at the base of Paccharaju Peak (5,745 m). Return to Huaraz around 5:00 p.m.

    8 hours Admission ticket not included
  • Day 3

    Huaraz City (3,100 m) – Llupa Village – Pitec – Trek to Churup Lagoon (4,450 m) – Return to Huaraz

    1 stop
  • 3
    Laguna Churup

    This beautiful turquoise-colored lagoon is one of the most popular and frequently visited destinations within Huascarán National Park. After pickup from your hotel or meeting point, we depart at 8:00 a.m., heading east of Huaraz. Transfer to the trailhead at Pitec (3,750 m), where the hike begins. The hike takes approximately 2 hours to reach Churup Lagoon (4,450 m). Return to Huaraz around 3:00 p.m.

    9 hours Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Peru Expeditions Tours

Tags

Hiking Tours
Multi-day Tours
Extreme Sports
Bus Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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