Escape the Ordinary
We’re located just outside of Yungay, Peru in the heart of the Cordillera Blanca. Enjoy easy access to the region’s most iconic hikes when it’s time for adventure and sweeping mountain views when it’s time to unwind.
Getting to Us
Taking an overnight bus is that best way to arrive to us right now, although we’ll receive flights directly from Lima starting July 2024.
Arriving by Bus
When traveling from Lima, we recommend that you book the “Premier” overnight bus to Yungay with Movil Tours, which has seats that lay flat for all-night comfort. The overnight bus usually arrives around 7am in Yungay where we will have a taxi waiting for you to bring you up to the lodge. This ride will take about 45 minutes and cost 70 soles. Movil Tours also has Trujillo-Yungay if arriving from or departing to the north of Peru.
Arriving by Car
As we pride ourselves on privacy, there are no signs to the lodge, meaning that arrival by car is not advisable. If you do choose to travel by car, the drive is about 8 hours from Lima. In order to arrive before dark, we advise you to leave at 4am to avoid Lima traffic. We also advise you to download an offline map as cell service becomes sparse as you get closer to the lodge, and the last 18 kms are dirt roads.
Seasonal Weather
The dry season is from April to October, with the best months for weather and trekking typically being from May to August. During this period you will typically experience hot sunny days with impressive views of the peaks and cold night skies filled with stars. The wet season starts from December through to March, with the highest precipitation levels in January and February.
Packing List
You should prepare to encounter all four seasons on every hike. With that in mind, we recommend you pack sunscreen, hiking boots, a wide brim hat, a rain jacket, waterproof pants, and a fleece hat and gloves in addition to your usual hiking gear. If you are visiting us during the rainy season, you’ll want to pack double the amount of clothes as the number of days of your trip in order to avoid having to rewear wet garments.
Escape to the World’s Highest Tropical Range
Experiences words can’t describe and memories a camera can’t quite capture—Cordillera Blanca Lodge adventures are simply unparalleled.
