Huascaran National Park in Peru


The Huascaran National Park It is in the Cordillera Blanca, in the central highlands of Peru, and it extends for about 3,400 square kilometers that cover the provinces of Asunción, Carhuaz, Huaraz, Huari, Huaylas, Marizcal Luzuriaga, Pomabamba, Recuay and Yungay. From north to south it has a length of 158 kilometers, while from east to west it is 34. It is a few kilometers from the Reserved Zone of the Cordillera del Huayhuash.

This wonderful national park was declared World Heritage in 1985, in addition to Biosphere Reserve in 1977. All of its content is highly protected, especially flora and fauna, geological formations and archaeological remains. The beauty of the landscape is undeniable, with a natural environment that is not affected by the "outside" and that achieves a unique and highly varied set of ecosystems.

In the Huascarán National Park there are almost 800 plant species among which the Puya predominates and also several queñual forests and many grasses. As for fauna, there are many that are not inventoried but it is estimated that there are some 112 species of birds (Andean condor, torrent duck or puna partridge). There are also mammals such as the wild cat, Andean cat, spectacled bear or taruca.

One of the most interesting activities that you can carry out in this spectacular park is the trekking, since you will not only enjoy a unique landscape but you will also be able to see all the flora and fauna that are in every corner. Since 2005 there is a record to keep track of everyone who enters the park and so it can be done in an orderly and safe way for all species, especially in the protected areas. Without a doubt, a wonderful place to spend a day if you are visiting Peru.

Huascaran National Park, Peru in 4K Ultra HD (March 2024)


  • National Parks, natural parks
  • 1,230