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Yungay Campo Santo
Where old Yungay once stood there is now a garden of remembrance: roses, an open-armed Christ and the four palm trees that survived. It is visited in silence and with respect.
Memorial
Things to do · Yungay and the Cordillera Blanca
What not to miss from Comtury.
A strategic base for Huascarán National Park, the Campo Santo, the Llanganuco lakes and the Cordillera Blanca trekking routes.
Six plans for your trip
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Yungay Plaza de Armas
The heart of New Yungay, an eight-minute walk from the lodge. Huascarán and Huandoy are visible from here: ideal for a coffee and a first stroll on arrival.
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Llanganuco Lakes
Chinancocha and Orconcocha, two turquoise lakes at the foot of snow-capped mountains inside Huascarán National Park. One of the area’s best-loved excursions.
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Huascarán National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage natural site: glaciers, lakes and trekking routes of the Cordillera Blanca, with Huascarán — 6,768 m — as its centrepiece.
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Laguna 69
One of the Cordillera Blanca’s most famous hikes. It takes a full day and is demanding because of the altitude: arrive acclimatised, with warm layers, sunscreen and good boots.
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Experiences at Comtury
Yoga, meditation, harvest and Andean cooking in the garden, by booking and open to the public. A slow day to balance the long hikes.
See experiencesOpening times, access and conditions at each attraction can change. Write to us and we will guide you before you head out.
Before you go
Tips for enjoying the mountains.
- AcclimatiseYungay sits at about 2,450 m above sea level. Spend your first day walking gently and drinking water before going higher.
- Pick the seasonThe dry season, roughly May to September, usually offers the clearest skies for trekking.
- Layer upStrong sun by day and cold at altitude: bring warm layers, sunscreen, a hat and mountain footwear.
Guides from the journalView all
Things to do in Yungay: a 3-day itinerary of history, lakes and garden
A three-day plan to get to know Yungay without rushing: the Plaza de Armas and Campo Santo, Llanganuco, and a slow day in the garden.
How to acclimatise to altitude in Yungay before you go trekking
Yungay sits at about 2,450 m above sea level: a good place to start. Practical tips to acclimatise gently before heading to Llanganuco or Laguna 69.
Eternal Yungay: the story of a town that will steal your heart (and how to enjoy it today)
Yungay is not just a dot on the map on the way to the lakes: it is a living story. We tell you about its past, what makes it special and how to experience it slowly.
Your stay starts here
Tell us your dates and we will take care of the rest.
Write to us and we will confirm availability and rates. You can also book an experience: yoga, meditation, harvest or Andean cooking.