Embark on a thrilling day tour to Pastoruri Glacier, exploring breathtaking Andean landscapes and witnessing Peru’s majestic ice formations up close.
Embark on a thrilling day tour to Pastoruri Glacier, exploring breathtaking Andean landscapes and witnessing Peru’s majestic ice formations up close.
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Huaraz - Experience unforgettable adventure tours south of Huaraz to the snow-capped Pastoruri, where you can admire the stunning landscapes of the Cordillera Blanca.
The journey will take you through charming towns such as Recuay (3,422 meters above sea level), Ticapampa (3,456 meters above sea level), and Catac (3,466 meters above sea level)….
- Huaraz - Experience unforgettable adventure tours south of Huaraz to the snow-capped Pastoruri, where you can admire the stunning landscapes of the Cordillera Blanca.
The journey will take you through charming towns such as Recuay (3,422 meters above sea level), Ticapampa (3,456 meters above sea level), and Catac (3,466 meters above sea level). Here, there will be a stop to enjoy coca tea to combat altitude sickness. The first stop will be at the natural carbonated water springs.
- Huaraz - Continuing the tour, a detour from the paved road will lead to the Pachacoto Gorge, arriving at the PATOCOCHA lagoon, home to various species of wild ducks. Visitors will see the gasified waters of PUMAPAMPA, also known as the “fountain of youth,” and a small lake with seven colors called UMAPASHIMIN. The most iconic plants of the Peruvian Andes, which can grow up to 12 meters and live for about 100 years, will be found here.
- Pastoruri Glacier - A brief stop will be made to view the Puya Raimondi, a notable plant of the Andes, which can reach heights of 12 meters, produce clusters of up to 8,000 flowers, and live up to 100 years, though it dies after blooming.
Cave painting murals will be observed.
- Pastoruri Glacier - A walk of approximately 1 hour (one way) will lead to the snowy Pastoruri (5,000 meters above sea level). The tour will explore its vast ice walls, providing insight into the significant retreat of glaciers due to global warming, and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain landscape.
This location offers the opportunity to enjoy the snow and a frozen lagoon.
- Huaraz - After lunch in Catac, the return to Huaraz will commence.
- Guide (Spanish)
- Pick-up and Drop Off
- Transport in the tour vehicle
- Guide (Spanish)
- Pick-up and Drop Off
- Transport in the tour vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Entrance park fees
- Food and drinks
- Entrance park fees
Experience the breathtaking Glaciar Pastouri on this exciting journey.
This one-day excursion brings you to the core of the Cordillera Blanca to see the magnificent glacier up close. Trek through untouched Andean scenery, enjoy breathtaking vistas, and explore this extraordinary natural marvel. Glaciar Pastouri promises a day brimming with wonder and adventure in Peru’s high-altitude regions.
Experience the breathtaking Glaciar Pastouri on this exciting journey.
This one-day excursion brings you to the core of the Cordillera Blanca to see the magnificent glacier up close. Trek through untouched Andean scenery, enjoy breathtaking vistas, and explore this extraordinary natural marvel. Glaciar Pastouri promises a day brimming with wonder and adventure in Peru’s high-altitude regions.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
