Laguna Ashcajocha
Peru, south-america
N/A
4,383 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, listen up! Deep in the Ayacucho region of Peru, nestled high in the Andes, awaits Laguna Ashcajocha – a stunning high-mountain lagoon sitting pretty at 4,383m (14,379ft).
Getting there is, well, an *experience*. We're talking a gravel road that gets rocky, bumpy, and maybe a little tippy in spots. Not for the faint of heart (or those who hate unpaved roads!). A 4x4 is definitely your best friend here. This hidden gem lies along a seriously remote road connecting Chicha (near the Ayacucho/Apurimac border) and Sañayca (just a hop off the Nazca-Abancay highway).
Heads up: as you climb, the air gets thin. The altitude will challenge you, especially near the top! Remember to take it slow and listen to your body. But trust me, the views are worth it! Think dramatic escarpments and expansive plateaus – pure Andean magic!
Where is it?
Laguna Ashcajocha is located in Peru (south-america). Coordinates: -10.8826, -75.6365
Road Details
- Country
- Peru
- Continent
- south-america
- Max Elevation
- 4,383 m
- Difficulty
- hard
- Coordinates
- -10.8826, -75.6365
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