Holiday in Huaraz
City in Peru — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇵🇪
Country
Peru
Type
City
Best time to travel
May to September (dry season, clear mountain views, best trekking conditions)
Budget/day
50-80€: Guesthouse, restaurants, organized trek
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Lima (approx. 13h), then 8h bus (Cruz del Sur/Movil Tours) to Huaraz.
About Huaraz
Huaraz is the trekking capital of South America and the gateway to the Cordillera Blanca — the highest tropical mountain range in the world. Located at an altitude of 3,090 meters, the city provides access to over 30 snow-capped peaks over 6,000 meters, turquoise mountain lakes, and the famous Santa Cruz Trek. For climbers, hikers, and nature lovers, Huaraz is a paradise that can compete with Nepal and the Alps.
Top 4 highlights in Huaraz
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Laguna 69
The turquoise mountain lake at 4,600m under the Chacraraju peak is the iconic photo motif of the Cordillera Blanca.
Santa Cruz Trek
The 4-day classic trek leads through spectacular valleys, over a 4,750m pass, and past turquoise lagoons.
Pastoruri Glacier
The accessible glacier at 5,000m offers an encounter with eternal ice — but it is melting rapidly.
Chavín de Huántar
The 3,000-year-old temple complex (UNESCO) with underground passages and the famous Lanzón monolith.
Hotels in Huaraz
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Reise-SIM für Huaraz
Günstig surfen im Urlaub mit travSIM
Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Huaraz
Recommended travel time
May to September (dry season, clear mountain views, best trekking conditions)
Summer
Rainy season October-April, 15-20°C during the day, fog and rain in the mountains
Winter
Dry season May-September, 18-22°C during the day, cold at night (0-5°C), clear skies
How much does a holiday in Huaraz cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
20-35€: Hostel, menú del día, local buses, day trips from 10€
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
50-80€: Guesthouse, restaurants, organized trek
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
120€+: Boutique lodge, private mountain guides, equipment rental
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Definitely acclimatize in Huaraz for 2-3 days before hiking above 4,000m
Cocatee helps against altitude sickness and is available everywhere
The Laguna 69 day tour starts at 5 AM — dress warmly!
The dry season (May-September) is the only sensible time for high-altitude trekking
Food & drink in Huaraz
These specialties you must try!
