THE CRYSTAL LAKE CHURUP TREKKING 4450M
EXPEDITION ID: HZ-CHU-FD
The Eye of the Mountain
Churup Lake is the preferred route for those seeking a physical challenge close to Huaraz. With its turquoise and emerald waters, and the imposing rock wall of the Churup peak in the background, it is one of the most complete one-day experiences.
DISTANCE 7 KM (Round trip)
GRADIENT +600m Ascent
MARCH 4 - 5 Hours
REQUIREMENT Basic Acclimatization
HIGH ALTITUDE TREKKING
Day Analysis
07:30 AM
DEPARTURE FROM HUARAZ
Departure east of the city to the village of Pitec (3850m). Starting point of the trekking.
STATUS Start
08:30 AM
PITEC - ASCENT
Beginning of the hike. Steep trail offering incredible views of the city and Huamashraju.
MASL 3850m
10:30 AM
ROPE SECTION
Overcoming the technical section with fixed ropes (optional) to reach the upper part of the moraine.
11:30 AM
CHURUP LAKE (4450 MSNM)
Arrival at the "seven colors" lake. Time for relaxation, photos, and lunch in front of the Churup peak.
MASL 4450m
STATUS 1.5 h stay
02:00 PM
DESCENT TO PITEC
Return via the same path with caution in steep sections.
STATUS Descent
04:30 PM
RETURN TO HUARAZ
Arrival at the city. End of the adventure.
STATUS End
END OF TREKKING
VISUAL LOG
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