Virtual Tour Of Laguna 69
Huffing and puffing up those switchbacks, I climbed to 4,600 metres above sea level to see the breathtaking turquoise lake of Laguna 69. This virtual tour of Laguna 69 shares my fourteen favourite photos from the hike, so you can see that Peru has far more to offer than Machu Picchu.
About the Laguna 69 Hike
Laguna 69 sits in an idyllic setting in the Ancash region, where Huascarán leaps out of 30 snow-capped peaks towering over 6,000 metres, making the region a paradise for hikers.
My unforgettable trip was organised by Find local trips.
- Trailhead: Laguna Llanganuco, 3,890 metres above sea level
- Lake altitude: 4,600 metres above sea level
- Region: Ancash, Peru
Virtual Tour of Laguna 69 in 14 Photos
The trail begins at Laguna Llanganuco, 3,890 metres above sea level…
View another photo from the trail
Up the Switchbacks
Reaching the Turquoise Lake
The Mystical Laguna 69.
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Laguna 69?
Laguna 69 sits at 4,600 metres above sea level.
Where does the Laguna 69 trail start?
The trail begins at Laguna Llanganuco, 3,890 metres above sea level, in the Ancash region of Peru.
Who organised the trip?
My trip was organised by Find local trips.
Conclusion
Laguna 69 was worth every breathless step. If you are travelling in Peru, make time for the Ancash region and its turquoise lakes and giant peaks. Peru really is more than Machu Picchu.
