Regional Conservation Area of Huacachina lagoon

The Regional Conservation Area of Huacachina lagoon encompasses a water body encircled by large sand dunes in southern Peru's coastal desert.

The Huacachina lagoon gained recognition in the early 1900s when visitors began seeking its waters for their reported healing properties.

Local indigenous narratives tell of a princess whose tears for her lost love formed the waters of the natural desert lagoon.

The conservation area offers hiking trails around the lagoon, while visitors can participate in sandboarding activities on the surrounding dunes.

The Regional Government of Ica implemented water pumping systems in 2015 to maintain the lagoon's water levels for environmental preservation.

Location: Ica Department

Operator: Gobierno Regional de Ica

GPS coordinates: -14.10293,-75.77215

Latest update: March 10, 2025 10:40