Arhuay Glacier

The Arhuay Glacier extends across 4.25 square kilometers within the Cordillera Blanca range, reaching from an altitude of 6,025 meters to 4,554 meters.

The glacier formed over millennia through continuous snow accumulation in the high Andes, creating a permanent ice mass that shaped the surrounding landscape.

Local communities in the Ancash region incorporate the glacier's water resources into their agricultural practices and traditional water management systems.

Visitors can access the glacier through guided expeditions departing from Huaraz, requiring proper mountain gear and acclimatization to high altitudes.

The glacier's terminal tongue connects directly with Arhuaycocha Lake, creating a natural water system that feeds into the Santa River toward the Pacific Ocean.

Location: Ancash Department

GPS coordinates: -8.87889,-77.61333

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:15