Lac Viconga Holidays

A large dammed lake in the Huayhuash Cordillera mountain range (Ancash region) with a campsite by the side.

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Nature, Adventure & Sport
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Hiking / Trekking

Lac Viconga: How to get there?

Five hours from Huaraz by car then several days' walking, depending on your particular itinerary.

Lac Viconga: See when to go?

From April to October

Lac Viconga: For how long?

Longer than a week

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Lac Viconga: What to see nearby?

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A large dammed lake in the Huayhuash Cordillera mountain range (Ancash region) with a campsite by the side.

My suggestion

Instead of setting up camp here, pitch your tent by the thermal springs half an hour further on instead. Those brave enough to be up and out of their sleeping bags at first light will appreciate the chance to take one last dip in the water before putting their walking boots back on.

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