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Casona Lara
There are many exciting places to visit in Cordillera Blanca. The entire region is a tourist heaven. And our homestay serves as a gateway to all these interesting hotspots.
Agave Experience
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Distillery
If you happen to be in Caraz, visit AQARÁ.
Contact us to coordinate a guided tour of our Distillery.
AGARÁ Experience
- Get to know our facilities.
- Enjoy our bar nights.
- Be a jimador for one day.
- Make a tribute to Mother Earth, Pachamama, with coca and agave in Parón Lagoon, at 4,200 MASL.
Live the AQARÁ experience in our mother land, feel the strength of the Peruvian Andes with all your senses.
Location- Casona Lara
Barra AQARÁ
Enjoy the taste of Agave at the Bar in the backyard of the Casono Lara.
Duration- Full Day
Agave Route - Full day
The experience consists of visiting the wild agave fields and organic agave plantations on the Pampa Blanca farm
(2,350 M.A.S.L.), – (Cordillera Blanca), to feel the most original and rugged side of the Andes and the dry forest ecosystem, with varieties of agave (Agavaceae and Cactaceae) and make a comparison with the types and cultivation areas of
agave in Mexico.
Duration- Two Days
Agave Route - Paron Lagoon
As in the full-day Agave Route, the next day we will tour "The Origin of Water": Laguna Parón (4,200 MASL)
From the City of Caraz, we begin the journey to the origins of the Agave. After two hours you reach the lagoon
Stop of turquoise waters, source of pure water that for millions of years was in a solid state as part of the
snowy mountains that surround that navel of life.
Natural Experiences
Duration - Half Day
Winchus Andean Viewpoint
Places to visit:
On the way you can see the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Huata, different high Andean towns, the remains
archaeological sites of Katiamá and finally we arrive at the Winchus Viewpoint (4,300 M.A.S.L.) where you can observe the
attractive Raimondi Puyas that can measure up to 12 meters in height.
Highlight:
Panoramic view of the Cordillera Blanca and the Callejón de Huaylas, Andean landscapes of the Cordillera Negra, flora and fauna.
Duration - Half Day
Cañón del Pato
Places to visit:
Duck Canyon (intake and narrowest part of the canyon). In this place it is observed that the waters of the Santa River have pierced the granite rocks, creating a 13 km canyon. long, 600 meters high and 15 meters wide at its narrowest part. The highway passes through 35 tunnels that lead to the Pato Canyon Hydroelectric Power Plant.
Highlight:
La Bocatoma, Twin Tunnels, Bridal Veil Waterfall, cliffs, flora and fauna.
Duration - Full Day
Paron Lagoon
Places to visit:
The Parón Lagoon (4,200 M.A.S.L.) is the largest in the White Mountain Range. Its waters show a beautiful turquoise color. Walking by on the right side we climb the Morrena, to a viewpoint from where you can see the Nevado Huandoy (panoramic view of the lagoon), Caraz, Aguja, Artesonraju, Paria, Garcilazo, Chacraraju, Pisco, Huandoy. You can walk for about 5
hours round trip, until reaching the
Artesoncocha Lagoon, at the foot of the snow-capped mountain Artesonraju, nice hike for acclimatization.
Highlight:
Parón Lagoon, Snowy Viewpoint
Huandoy, Caraz, Aguja, Artesonraju,
Gracilazo, Pisco and Pirámide (many of
They exceed 6 thousand meters
height), walk along the right bank of
the lagoon with the possibility of reaching the Artesoncocha lagoon, kayaking and boat, Bird watching.
Duration - Full Day
Tunnel Punta Olimpica / Chacas
Places to visit:
The Punta Olímpica tunnel, considered the highest trans-Andean tunnel in the world as it is located at 4,738 m.a.s.l. has a length of 1,384 meters. From this place we can see impressive snow-capped mountains and lagoons. Chacas located in the Conchucos area, on the east side of the Huascarán National Park, stands out for its square with cobblestone streets, houses with double-pitched roofs, adorned by carved wooden balconies on the parish art school, the Don Bosco artisans workshop of Operation Mato Grosso (their beautiful works stand out
in carved wood which are exported to demanding markets abroad).
Highlight:
Plaza de Carhuaz (2,650 m.a.s.l.), Quebrada Ulta, the Punta Olímpica tunnel (4,736 m.a.s.l. and 1,384 meters long) considered the highest trans-Andean tunnel in the world, viewpoint of the Potaca lagoon, Cancaracá lagoon, panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains Huascarán, Chopicalqui, Contrahiervas, Hualcán and Ulta, town of Chacas (3,330 meters above sea level),
We will visit the main square, the church and its beautiful traditional architecture with carved balconies, Don Bosco's artisans' workshop.
Duration - Full Day
Trekking Laguna 69
Places to visit:
It is a very pleasant hike of moderate difficulty and is the perfect one-day trek for all those who love the mountains, it starts from the Llanganuco lagoons (Laguna Orconcocha) and continues the route through the Demanda ravine (Cebollapampa 3,900 meters ), until reaching lagoon 69 (4,600 meters above sea level). During the walk of approximately 7 hours, we will see the snow-capped Huascarán, Pisco and Chacraraju from where the lagoon of indescribable beauty, beautiful waterfalls, flora and fauna is born.
Highlight:
Llanganuco Lagoons, Laguna 69, Laguna Consuelo, Lagunas Brogui, Quebrada Demanda, Nevados (Huascarán, Chopicalpi, Pisco, Artesonraju, Yanapacha, Huandoy).
Bring a good snack.
Duration - Full Day
Llanganuco lagoon
Places to visit:
The Parón Lagoon (4,200 M.A.S.L.) is the largest in the White Mountain Range. Its waters show a beautiful turquoise color. Walking by on the right side we climb the Morrena, to a viewpoint from where you can see the Nevado Huandoy (panoramic view of the lagoon), Caraz, Aguja, Artesonraju, Paria, Garcilazo, Chacraraju, Pisco, Huandoy. You can walk for about 5
hours round trip, until reaching the
Artesoncocha Lagoon, at the foot of the snow-capped mountain Artesonraju, nice hike for acclimatization.
Highlight:
Parón Lagoon, Snowy Viewpoint
Huandoy, Caraz, Aguja, Artesonraju,
Gracilazo, Pisco and Pirámide (many of
They exceed 6 thousand meters
height), walk along the right bank of
the lagoon with the possibility of reaching the Artesoncocha lagoon, kayaking and boat, Bird watching.
Duration - Full Day
Miramar and Pampacocha lagoons
Places to visit:
An hour away by car, these two picturesque lagoons are located at an approximate height of 3,100 m.s.n.s. It is the ideal place for bird watching and a good picnic. Pampacocha Lagoon is the largest and allows you to take a walk around it. , for lovers of water sports, they can do the SUP and Kayak rides (coordinate with local operators in advance, for bicycle lovers they can take a good route between both lagoons and those who want to walk a good route between the Pampacocha lagoon to Caraz is an excellent alternative.
You can do the complete trekking from the town of Tsactsa in Santa Cruz, passing through the two lagoons and arriving
to Caraz (approximately 12 km), estimated walking time 5 hours.
They highlight:
Mirarmar and Pampacocha lagoons, Tsactsa towns, pre-Columbian road, Santa Cruz snow-capped mountains, Pucaraju,
Huaydoy and Huascarán.
Duration - Full Day
Rocotuyoc Lagoon
Places to visit:
The Rocotuyoc lagoon (4,550 meters above sea level), also called Paccharuri, is located between the Honda and Paqcha streams, very close to the town of Vicos. The lagoon is located at the foot of the snow-capped Copa and in a half hour walk along the right bank of the lagoon, you can reach a small frozen lagoon.
Highlight:
Rocotuyoc Lagoon, Frozen Lagoon, cave paintings, Paqcha waterfall, Nevado Copa. You can enter through Vicos or Honcopampa.
Duration - Full Day
Snowy Pastoruri / Puyas Raimondi
Places to visit:
Tour that combines adventure and nature, to the south of the Callejón de Huaylas, we visit the towns of Recuay, Ticapampa, Catac, the Huascarán National Park (the Patococha lagoon, the gasified waters, the Pumashimi waterhole, the Puyas Raimondi -the most beautiful exponent of the high Andean flora- the rock art paintings and the Nevado Pastoruri.
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Highlight:
Puyas Raimondi, Gacified waters, Pumashimi waterhole, Nevado Pastoruri
Cultural Experiences
Duration - 2 hours
Caraz City
Places to visit:
The city of Caraz is the capital of the province of Huaylas; It is surrounded by flower crops for export such as carnations, roses, chrysanthemums, lilies and other flowers. In the Plaza de Armas we find a water fountain dating from 1891, worked in bronze, and a pergola from 1927; It is the only square that preserves its originality in the entire Callejón de Huaylas. In addition, from here you can see the imposing peaks of the Nevado Huandoy.
The market offers a fair atmosphere and you can find cooking items, fruits, typical clothing from the region, crafts, etc. The Museum located on the second floor of the Casona del Club Unión, offers a wide display that contains a collection of ceramics, vessels, textiles, and human remains from ancient cultures found in the archaeological centers of Tumshukaiko, Pueblo Viejo and Huandy.
Highlight:
The Plaza de Armas, the pergola, the church, Museum (second floor of the Unión Club).
Duration - 7 Hourskms
Shocsha Experiential
Places to visit:
The tour starts from the Plaza de Armas of the city of Caraz and continues through the upper part of the city. You reach the limit of the LLullán River, which is the main water source of the city and the area to visit. The visit consists of two thematic tours, the first starts from the Stone Mill and visits the blacksmith (only in the mornings), who skillfully shows how to forge iron and turn it into tools for use in agriculture, later you visit a beekeeper, who teaches the process of honey and its derivatives, the journey continues and then reaches
an artisanal fish farm, an interesting place to learn how to raise trout, the tour ends by visiting the archaeological remains of Tumshukaiko.
The second route includes a route that allows you to observe and recognize species of herbaceous and shrubby flora, endemic and introduced. The different crop fields with traditional crops and flower fields, as well as the recognition and tasting of seasonal fruits. From the Hushnu Cotu viewpoint, you can see the northern part of the city of Caraz and the greenery of the countryside. To finish, we will visit the Llullán River.
Highlight:
Stone mill, Blacksmith, Fish farming, Agricultural activities, Beekeeping.
Duration - Full Day
Chavín De Huantar Tour
Places to visit:
Cultural tour in the Conchucos area, visiting the towns of Recuay, Ticapampa, Catac, the Querococha lagoon, the Cahuish tunnel, the towns of Machac, Chavín and the Chavín Archaeological Monument (El Castillo, los Laberintos, las Cabezas Clavas, the Lanzón de Chavín, Site Museum).
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Highlight:
Querococha Lagoon, Cahuish Tunnel, Chavín de Huantar Archaeological Monument, Chavín Plaza, Museum of
Chavin.