Things to do in Huaraz, Peru

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Welcome to this week’s edition of the Apus Peru FOCUS – Things to do in Huaraz, Peru

This series is a collection of travel tips and stories shared by other bloggers and traveler’s around the web.

We hope these tips and stories will inform and inspire you to visit Huaraz. If you have already been, please share a tip on things to see and do in Huaraz

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Huaraz Travel Essentials – What you need to know about a visit to Huaraz

A Short Guide – This is a short, but very helpful guide that covers a range of topics on Huaraz. From a quick introduction to tips on how to combat altitude sickness – this page is worth taking some time to look at!

An Introduction – This is also a relatively short post that focuses on highlighting Huaraz’s environment as well as a bit of history. At the bottom of the page, if you click the “read on” link it moves to a new page that gives recommendations on some activities to do!

Things To Do In Huaraz

5 Things To Do – Huaraz really is known as the hiking town. There are limited things to do there if you are not planning on trekking. This post lists a few activities that don’t include hiking. The images on this post are broken, but because of the more in-depth insights, I felt I still wanted to share. Upon doing some quick research, it doesn’t seem like there are many, if any child-friendly activities to partake in here. 

More Things To Do – This is a more comprehensive list of things to do in Huaraz, however, most of the entries are restaurants or bars. There are a few other options mixed throughout. Make sure to click on the titles to see a longer description!

 

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Photo via Flickr

 

 

Good Eating In Huaraz

Tips To Eating Good – This is a fantastic post that highlights tips to eating in Huaraz. From knowing where to treat yourself – and how to tip, I found it very useful! It also mentions quite a few locations around town that you can find delicious meals at!

Restaurants To Visit – This post is full of cafes and restaurants to stop at during your visit! Each of these restaurants has been personally visited by the author of the post, and he includes some great photos as well!

Where To Stay in Huaraz

A Place To Stay – The Churup hostel is a great option when needing a place to stay. They boast affordable prices, and many services to boot! The rooms provided are clean, bright and very colorful!

 

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Photo via www.churup.com

 

 

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Wow, remembering Qoyllur Riti this year with our amazing group. Such a special experience! 🏔️✨ So cool to relive these memories together.

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What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

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🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

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🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu

Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes.

What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life.

After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨

#larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
🏔️ Lares Trek to Machu Picchu Looking for a more off-the-beaten-path way to reach Machu Picchu? The Lares Trek takes you through remote Andean valleys, high mountain passes, traditional Quechua communities, and breathtaking landscapes. What makes this trek so special is the connection with local life. Along the way, you’ll encounter communities where traditional weaving, farming, and Andean culture are still part of everyday life. After days of trekking through the mountains, the journey continues toward the ultimate highlight: Machu Picchu. A beautiful combination of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery. 🇵🇪✨ #larestrek #machupicchutravel #apusperu #trek #perunature
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And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual!

Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners!

And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨

#limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
🌆 Discover Lima beyond the usual! Lima is a city best explored on foot. You can visit the historic streets of the city center, explore colorful neighborhoods, local markets, beautiful architecture, and some hidden corners! And there’s so much more to discover beyond the classic sights. Explore local food, culture, history, and everyday life while getting to know the many sides of Peru’s vibrant capital. 🇵🇪✨ #limaperú #apusperu #limacity #visitperu #southamericatrip
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🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other!

Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!!

#ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
🏔️ The Ausangate Trek is unlike any other! Trekking around Ausangate Mountain means stepping into some of the most spectacular and remote landscapes in the Peruvian Andes. From colorful mountains and turquoise lagoons to vast valleys, glaciers, and traditional Andean communities, every day brings a completely different view!! #ausangate #apusperu #andesmountains #trekkinglover
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Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time!

#apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
Look at our group enjoying the Inca Trail in April and having a great time! #apusperu #incatrail #machupichu
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The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least.

They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail.

The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism.

Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve.

Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
The people who make our journeys possible are often the ones we see the least. They carry the equipment, prepare the meals and work behind the scenes so thousands of travellers can experience the Inca Trail. The recent death of porter Gabriel Ríos Mamani is a tragic reminder that we need to pay more attention to the working conditions of the people at the heart of tourism. Choosing a responsible company is about more than a beautiful itinerary or a good price. It means asking who is behind the experience and whether they are treated with the respect, support and protection they deserve. Travel can have a positive impact – but only if we care about the people who make it possible. #apusperu #responsibletravel
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So many things to explore in Lima! Enjoy incredible street food, world-class restaurants, vibrant local markets, fascinating history, colorful neighborhoods, beautiful coastal views, and an exciting culinary scene. Let Apus Peru help you experience the very best of Peru’s capital! 🌊🍽️🇵🇪

#apusperu #lima #citylovers #visitperu
So many things to explore in Lima! Enjoy incredible street food, world-class restaurants, vibrant local markets, fascinating history, colorful neighborhoods, beautiful coastal views, and an exciting culinary scene. Let Apus Peru help you experience the very best of Peru’s capital! 🌊🍽️🇵🇪

#apusperu #lima #citylovers #visitperu
So many things to explore in Lima! Enjoy incredible street food, world-class restaurants, vibrant local markets, fascinating history, colorful neighborhoods, beautiful coastal views, and an exciting culinary scene. Let Apus Peru help you experience the very best of Peru’s capital! 🌊🍽️🇵🇪

#apusperu #lima #citylovers #visitperu
So many things to explore in Lima! Enjoy incredible street food, world-class restaurants, vibrant local markets, fascinating history, colorful neighborhoods, beautiful coastal views, and an exciting culinary scene. Let Apus Peru help you experience the very best of Peru’s capital! 🌊🍽️🇵🇪

#apusperu #lima #citylovers #visitperu
So many things to explore in Lima! Enjoy incredible street food, world-class restaurants, vibrant local markets, fascinating history, colorful neighborhoods, beautiful coastal views, and an exciting culinary scene. Let Apus Peru help you experience the very best of Peru’s capital! 🌊🍽️🇵🇪 #apusperu #lima #citylovers #visitperu
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