Embark on a full-day adventure to Pastoruri Glacier, Peru’s renowned snow-capped peak. Discover the stunning beauty of Huaraz’s most famous glacier and witness the unique Puya Raimondi plant.
Embark on a full-day adventure to Pastoruri Glacier, Peru’s renowned snow-capped peak. Discover the stunning beauty of Huaraz’s most famous glacier and witness the unique Puya Raimondi plant.
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Carretera a Pastoruri - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Huaraz (optional), and then travel south for 2 hours to reach the parking area of Pastoruri Glacier, situated in the Huascaran National Park, a World Natural Heritage site since 1985. From this point, a 1-hour hike will commence to reach the closest point of the glacier.
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- Carretera a Pastoruri - Guests will be picked up from their hotel in Huaraz (optional), and then travel south for 2 hours to reach the parking area of Pastoruri Glacier, situated in the Huascaran National Park, a World Natural Heritage site since 1985. From this point, a 1-hour hike will commence to reach the closest point of the glacier.
- Pastoruri Glacier - A professional guide will provide insights into the significant impact of climate change on this area, highlighting the gradual reduction of this renowned snowy landscape and aiming to raise awareness about this critical issue.
- Carpa - After enjoying time at Pastoruri capturing photos and appreciating the stunning scenery, guests will return to the transport to visit the Valley of Carpa, home to the Puyas Raimondi. These impressive plants belong to the bromeliad family, can grow up to 39 feet tall, and have a lifespan of up to 100 years. Finally, the journey will conclude with a return to the city of Huaraz.
- Transportation to and from destinations
- Guidance provided by a professional tour guide
- Transportation to and from destinations
- Guidance provided by a professional tour guide
- Gratuities
- Lunch and Drinks
- Bus Station Transfers
- Return to the hotel at the end of the tour
- Gratuities
- Lunch and Drinks
- Bus Station Transfers
- Return to the hotel at the end of the tour
The tour to Pastoruri Glacier is a special experience, because is one of the easiest snow-capped peaks to reach, located at 17,192 feet high.
Also known as “the route of climate change”, this excursion will take you to explore the most famous glacier in Huaraz, and you will have the chance to admire the Puya Raimondi, a large plant that only grows in the…
The tour to Pastoruri Glacier is a special experience, because is one of the easiest snow-capped peaks to reach, located at 17,192 feet high.
Also known as “the route of climate change”, this excursion will take you to explore the most famous glacier in Huaraz, and you will have the chance to admire the Puya Raimondi, a large plant that only grows in the high mountains from the Andes.
- We recommend bringing snacks, because the tour does not include food
- When booking, please let us know the hotel where you will stay to verify the pick up area
- You should arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure of the tour
- If you book without tickets, you can get them at the time of the tour. Cash payment in local currency (S/ 30.00 per person)
- Rates not valid for holidays such as Easter, National Holidays, New Year
- You must be in good physical condition
- We recommend a good acclimatization to the altitude before starting any activity
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.
