The Cordillera Blanca ('the white range') was a truly majestic place to visit in Peru. It is the highest mountain range in the world outside of the Himalayas, with many of the summits reaching over 6000m. Taking in the spectacular landscape really helps one to relax immediately upon arrival.
We were lucky enough to enjoy the scenery of bright jade lagoons, ancient Keshu ruins, perfect snow capped mountains and patchwork green valleys from the comforts of Llaganuco Lodge (aka Casa de Charlie), two hours away from Huaraz. The lodge is amazing and Charlie and the staff do everything to make you feel at home and to inform you of what you can do in the area (such as the walk to the ice of Huaraz, and the beautiful Laguna 69 trek). There are delicious three course meals to eat by candlelight, hot water showers, plus there are orthopedic beds and down duvets - even in the dorm room!
We would definitely recommend this place to anyone travelling to Peru, but make sure you get used to the altitude before venturing off on the treks, and do not drink the water in the mountain streams - there are lots of donkeys around these mountains!
Claire
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