The Pastoruri Glacier is located at 5000 m.a.s.l., even so, it is one of the few glaciers in South America that is easily accessible (reached on foot), where special equipment is not required to reach it. It is located within the Huascarán Biosphere Reserve and Huascarán National Park, thus providing it with a very particular ecosystem. It is located at a higher point than Mont Blanc (highest peak in the European Union). It is considered a route where you can see the effects of climate change and global warming. Possibly in a few years it will no longer be possible to visit.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Experienced driver
Official tourism guide
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Breakfast
Personal and waterproof clothing
Ticket or payment for admission to Huascarán National Park
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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The Pastoruri Glacier is located at 5000 m.a.s.l., even so, it is one of the few glaciers in South America that is easily accessible (reached on foot), where special equipment is not required to reach it. It is located within the Huascarán Biosphere Reserve and Huascarán National Park, thus providing it with a very particular ecosystem. It is located at a higher point than Mont Blanc (highest peak in the European Union). It is considered a route where you can see the effects of climate change and global warming. Possibly in a few years it will no longer be possible to visit.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Experienced driver
Official tourism guide
All Fees and Taxes
Lunch
Breakfast
Personal and waterproof clothing
Ticket or payment for admission to Huascarán National Park
Itinerary
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Pastoruri Glacier
We will leave towards the south of the city of Huaraz, heading to the Carpa Sector of the Huascarán National Park, crossing several towns of the Callejón de Huaylas.
Once in the park we will make some stops: Source of Gasified Water and in Source of the 7 colors.
Then we will stop at the incredible Puyas Raimondi, giant plants that bloom once in their lives and are 6 to 14 meters tall.
We will continue towards the start of the small walk to the Glacier (45 minutes / 2km approx), you can also hire the horseback ride service until the middle of the walk (service provided by the Catac community - Not included).
Once on the glacier (5000 m.a.s.l.), we will have a space to enjoy the area and photograph ourselves in style. The length of stay on the glacier will depend on climatic factors, arrival time, season, among others.
We will return by the same path to board our transportation and return to the city of Huaraz.
1 hour
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Huascaran National Park
During the tour, stops are made within the Huascarán National Park.
