– Region: Ancash — PN Huascarán (Llanganuco Valley, near Refugio Perú)

 – Elevation: 4600

 – GPS Coordinates: 9.008° S, 77.614° W

 – Access Difficulty: T2 — 15km, 4hr hike from Cebollapampa (2hr car from Yungay) 

 – Opening Season: May–Sep (Apr–Oct possible)

 – Winter Room: – Number of Beds: 0  – Showers: No

 – Drinking Water: Yes — lake (treat) – Meals & food: No — bring stove

– Mobile Signal: No – Payment Methods: PN Huascarán entry PEN 30 foreigners | tours from Huaraz

 – Reservation Link: Click here to make a reservation

 – Short Description: Often described as the most beautiful day hike in Peru. Stunning turquoise lake under Nevado Chacraraju glaciers. Heart-shaped lake visible from above. Very crowded midday with day tours — go independently or stay at Refugio Perú for early morning access.