Day 1. Garagocha Lake
Summary. The adventure begins at Rondoy, leading to a beautiful campsite on a grassy shoulder. I recommend combining this day with the 4-5h taxi ride from Huaraz. Donkey-supported groups have the option of deluxe camping near Rondoy (5 minutes toward Gargocha is nicer than roadside) and then daytripping Days 1 & 2 to Janca with a light pack in a single day.
Elevation Gain: 500m Elevation Loss: 0m Distance: 2.5km
Ascent: Walk up the Rondoy Valley for about 2km then pick your way through the cliffs below Garagocha Lake via grassy ramps. Top out on a shoulder above the lake and camp there (100m walk to get water).
Summary. The adventure begins at Rondoy, leading to a beautiful campsite on a grassy shoulder. I recommend combining this day with the 4-5h taxi ride from Huaraz. Donkey-supported groups have the option of deluxe camping near Rondoy (5 minutes toward Gargocha is nicer than roadside) and then daytripping Days 1 & 2 to Janca with a light pack in a single day.
Elevation Gain: 500m Elevation Loss: 0m Distance: 2.5km
Ascent: Walk up the Rondoy Valley for about 2km then pick your way through the cliffs below Garagocha Lake via grassy ramps. Top out on a shoulder above the lake and camp there (100m walk to get water).
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