Lagunas Rajupaquinan y La 513
The “Laguna Rajupaquinan” is a small and easily accessible lagoon. This lagoon is the one we will find first (in the Sonquillpampa area), after a moderate walk of approximately 3 hours. It is advisable to get to this lagoon first and evaluate how the body is doing, if there is still good energy, continue towards lagoon 513. Of an impressive turquoise, the “Laguna 513” is located majestically at the base of the snowy Hualcan mountain (6125 masl) in the Cordillera Blanca, Ancash region, Peru. The 513 is a glacial lagoon that is located at 4431 meters above sea level. It is known by 513 or 513a, since it feeds on Glacier No. 513 according to the National Glacier inventory. The lagoons in this area are legendary, loaded with myths and legends and considered by the local people to be enchanted lagoons. How to get there After leaving Montaña Jazz you can reach the city of Carhuaz. To get to the lagoon 513 you´ll have to get to a place known as Sonquillpampa or Pampa Shonquil first. It is from this point that the walk begins. Starting from Sonquillpampa, you travel about 5 km until you reach the Rajupaquinan lagoon. Then, continuing with the journey, the trek continues for about 2km to reach lagoon 513. The trek varies in altitude from 2,800 / 4,472 meters above sea level, making it a medium requirement. (Consult us for the agencies in activity). ¿What to take?
- Boots or shoes for trekking
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Spacious backpack
- Water bottles
- Sunscreen
- Small medicine cabinet
- Camera (you really don’t want to forget about this)
- Trek poles
- Warm clothing
- Rainwear.
Check for agencies from Carhuaz