THE BLUE CHALLENGE LAGUNA 69 TREKKING

DURATION FULL DAY (14h)
MAX ALTITUDE 4,600 MSNM
DIFFICULTY CHALLENGING
TREKKING LOG
EXPEDITION ID: HZ-L69-FD

The Pinnacle of Hiking

Laguna 69 is undoubtedly the most iconic one-day hike in the Peruvian Andes. Located at the foot of the imposing Chacraraju, its sapphire blue color and glacial environment offer an unparalleled visual reward after the effort of the ascent.

DISTANCE 14 KM (Round trip)
GRADIENT +700m Ascent
MARCH TIME 5 - 6 Hours
REQUIREMENT Good Acclimatization
Laguna 69
09° 00' 40" S | 77° 36' 47" W
HIGH MOUNTAIN TRAVERSE

Route Analysis

05:00 AM

EARLY DEPARTURE

Departure from Huaraz heading north. Stop on the way for an energetic breakfast (not included).

08:30 AM

CEBOLLAPAMPA

Arrival at the trekking starting point after passing through the Llanganuco lakes. Gear preparation.

MASL 3900m
09:00 AM

TREKKING START

Ascending hike through the Demanda valley, passing by Consuelo Lake and glacial landscapes.

STRETCH 7 km
12:00 PM

LAKE 69 (4600M)

Arrival at the blue jewel. Time for photos, relaxation, and enjoying the view of Chacraraju and Pisco peaks.

MASL 4600m
04:00 PM

RETURN TO CEBOLLAPAMPA

Descent along the same route to the transportation. Return journey to Huaraz.

07:00 PM

ARRIVAL IN HUARAZ

End of the day at the Huaraz Main Square.

SAFE RETURN