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Lake by Pastoruri Glacier, Peru
Lake by Pastoruri Glacier, Peru
If you're not up to a full-day trek at altitude but you still want to get a taster of the spectacular landscapes to be found within the Huascaran National Park in central Peru, the stunning Pastoruri Glacier is the trip for you.

It's the only glacier in the world accessible by road, and the base of it stands at 5050 metres above sea level.  It's a short 1 hour hike from the car park (and another hour back), or you can hire a mule to save your legs (and your breath!)

We booked with Quechuandes in Huaraz:
http://www.quechuandes.com/pastoruri.php
A really easy day trip from Huaraz, Peru. Due to climate change, the glacier is quickly melting with experts expecting all snow gone in less than 25 years. Go see it while you can!
Glaciar Pastoruri in the Cordillera Blanca near Huaraz, Peru. Located at an elevation of 4.955m above the sea level, it’s one of the few glaciers left in tropical areas of South America. #Adventure
San Sebastian Hotel Boutique

San Sebastian Hotel Boutique

2.5 out of 5
138 Jirón Italia Huaraz Áncash
The price is 1.929.698 ₫ per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
1.929.698 ₫
1.929.698 ₫ total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Huaraz. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Regional Museum of Ancash ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Tout était parfait

Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

San Sebastian Hotel Boutique
Hotel La Joya

Hotel La Joya

3 out of 5
Jr. San Martin 1187 Huaraz Ancash
The price is 1.126.526 ₫ per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
1.126.526 ₫
1.329.405 ₫ total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Huaraz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Belen Plaza and Regional Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (38 reviews)
Bathroom was old and could have been a bit cleaner

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Hotel La Joya
Tupac Hostel Huaraz

Tupac Hostel Huaraz

2 out of 5
155 Jiron Ladislao Meza Landaveri Huaraz Áncash
Stay at this hostel in Huaraz. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Regional Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Room was clean and staff courteous

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Tupac Hostel Huaraz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Playa Patitos - Campsite

Playa Patitos - Campsite

2 out of 5
Carretera Panamericana Norte km 239 Huarmey Ancash
Stay at this campsite in Huarmey. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service.
Playa Patitos - Campsite
w Peaceful 1BR Surrounded by Nature in Huaraz

w Peaceful 1BR Surrounded by Nature in Huaraz

2 out of 5
Yungar Ancash Region
Stay at this holiday home in Yungar. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Cunca Waterfall and Chancos Thermal Baths are located nearby.
w Peaceful 1BR Surrounded by Nature in Huaraz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.