Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Ancash Region March 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Ancash Region ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Ancash Region Types of activities Where to stay [Ancash Region travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ancash-Region.dx6235887) ![June 2013, sits at 4550m above sea level. hiking up from Cebollapampa took 3 hours, 2 hours return.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235887/c6acc115-5e78-4ac5-b5ae-dd4210a25518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![June 2013, sits at 4550m above sea level. hiking up from Cebollapampa took 3 hours, 2 hours return.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235887/c6acc115-5e78-4ac5-b5ae-dd4210a25518.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A hike totally worth it! Laguna 69 offers the blue-st water ever seen! A 5h round-trip to over 4600m gets you to this beautiful lake where the brave can take a plunge before hiking back again. #WeekendGetaway #Waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975750273/87c5f874-f80a-441f-8b08-bded24a80772.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![After a 4 hours bus you have a 3 hours #hiking to this lagune. Might be the most beautifull place I've seen in my life ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975750273/e1b119e6-2da6-4a36-b5f8-b34a2bc5042e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Un chapuzon bajo cero !!! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235887/06273870-b611-42c9-9e2f-5aec7664fc63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you 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available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-perus-ancient-civilisation-at-chavin-de-huantar-tour.a51027171.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47839447/2eeac279-f3a7-43d1-9f06-6ad3627043e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Huaraz: Tour to Llanganuco Lakes (Chinancocha Lake) 9h 8/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-huaraz-tour-to-llanganuco-lakes-chinancocha-lake.a47839447.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Caral, The Oldest Civilisation in the Americas:Day Trip from Lima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2091219/f9c66ef3-1745-463e-8e54-01c783b7cf24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Caral, The Oldest Civilisation in the Americas:Day Trip from Lima 12h 9.6/10 28 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $191~~CA $179 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-caral-the-oldest-city-of-america-from-lima.a2091219.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48228373/89658616-7334-4cfc-8d5a-5a8b54e25cb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69 12h 30m 8.6/10 10 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-huaraz-hike-to-the-69-lake.a48228373.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Caral Full Day Tour from Lima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44929198/2dc143ea-525a-4991-8892-3cbbaf142c33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Caral Full Day Tour from Lima 12h Free cancellation available CA $239 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/caral-full-day-tour-from-lima.a44929198.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Caral Tour: Discover America's Oldest Civilisation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50683215/fdcb897e-0aeb-4d4f-bc78-f0c593784760.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Caral Tour: Discover America's Oldest Civilisation 12h Free cancellation available CA $220 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/caral-tour-discover-americas-oldest-civilisation.a50683215.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Tour to Caral From Lima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3657433/bef0ac52-a8b1-467c-b197-8f41d37b7e8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Tour to Caral From Lima 12h Free cancellation available CA $1,034 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-to-caral-from-lima.a3657433.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Chavin Ruins Day Trip (UNESCO Heritage Site)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4222965/17a02ab1-e7ce-41d2-9399-bbcbd78f22d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chavin Ruins Day Trip (UNESCO Heritage Site) 10h Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chavin-ruins-day-trip-unesco-heritage-site.a4222965.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Ancash: Trekking to Paron Lagoon | Full day|](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48311851/1ad8e49f-5de2-4478-95b9-78b5b91f2436.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ancash: Trekking to Paron Lagoon | Full day| 1d 10/10 5 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ancash-trekking-to-paron-lagoon-with-entrance-full-day.a48311851.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Caral Tour: Discover America's Oldest Civilisation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50683215/fdcb897e-0aeb-4d4f-bc78-f0c593784760.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Caral Tour: Discover America's Oldest Civilisation 12h Free cancellation available CA $220 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/caral-tour-discover-americas-oldest-civilisation.a50683215.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Andes: Trek Santa Cruz-Llanganuco 4D/3N from Huaraz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48072372/b12a77f2-f3b1-470b-8233-f7c71ff58cdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Andes: Trek Santa Cruz-Llanganuco 4D/3N from Huaraz 4d Free cancellation available CA $1,087 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/andes-trek-santa-cruz-llanganuco-4d-3n-from-huaraz.a48072372.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![From Lima: Caral Private Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51680651/77685171-5a40-4f6d-8c88-01548265a4bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Lima: Caral Private Experience 12h Free cancellation available CA $492 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-lima-caral-private-experience.a51680651.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![From Huaraz: Private hiking service to the Churup Lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48325784/b1bfe218-02bc-4443-9639-82247e178740.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Huaraz: Private hiking service to the Churup Lagoon 1d Free cancellation available CA $226 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-huaraz-private-hiking-service-to-the-churup-lagoon.a48325784.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ### Spa & wellness [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![Huaraz: Honcopampa, Hot Springs, Culture & Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51741178/885a9656-56b2-4672-8ec5-6f08648be4e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Huaraz: Honcopampa, Hot Springs, Culture & Adventure Tour 10h Free cancellation available CA $205 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/huaraz-honcopampa-hot-springs-culture-adventure-tour.a51741178.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Huaraz-Excursion to the Pastoruri Snows and Puyas Raymondi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47982577/38c955d8-b7b2-4aba-8cbc-b33c0c5d65fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Huaraz-Excursion to the Pastoruri Snows and Puyas Raymondi 1d Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/huaraz-excursion-to-the-pastoruri-snows-and-puyas-raymondi.a47982577.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![From Huaraz: Scenic adventure to the magical Laguna Parón](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51731163/f7e4d608-93de-41b7-850e-7827f1977c13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Huaraz: Scenic adventure to the magical Laguna Parón 12h Free cancellation available CA $51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-huaraz-scenic-adventure-to-the-magical-laguna-paron.a51731163.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![7Day-VIP Tour Climb Mount Alpamayo 5957m with Helicopter Support](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49972858/dc81b5d6-efdc-49b2-9ee1-d3cc967ea3f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7Day-VIP Tour Climb Mount Alpamayo 5957m with Helicopter Support 7d Free cancellation available CA $68,307 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/vip-tour-climb-mount-alpamayo-5957m-with-helicopter-support.a49972858.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![2Day-Luxury VIP Helicopter Tour to Cordillera Blanca & Huayhuash](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49972596/a42f20bd-99c8-41a1-9d21-a8862d24881c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2Day-Luxury VIP Helicopter Tour to Cordillera Blanca & Huayhuash 3d Free cancellation available CA $81,982 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-vip-helicopter-experience-to-cordillera-blanca-huayhuash.a49972596.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![2D/1N-Luxury Helicopter Tour Breathtaking Over Cusco’s Treasures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49972688/6ac6f108-9de3-4378-a73a-54021a2dbdb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2D/1N-Luxury Helicopter Tour Breathtaking Over Cusco’s Treasures 2d Free cancellation available CA $40,957 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-helicopter-tour-breathtaking-over-cuscos-treasures.a49972688.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![Course on High Mountain Technical Rescue and Helicopter Operation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51014728/d832ef45-8504-4ad8-9bcf-044ba63d6b96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Course on High Mountain Technical Rescue and Helicopter Operation 5d Free cancellation available CA $3,624 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/course-on-high-mountain-technical-rescue-and-helicopter-operation.a51014728.activity-details?&rid=6235887&location=Ancash+Region&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6235887) ## What to do in Ancash Region --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Ancash Region ![Beautiful panoramic aerial view of the Huaraz Cathedral in the Peruvian Andes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116972/b2f308a0-8748-47c5-bfd0-33613fe351a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Huaraz Plaza de Armas You can find out about the history of Huaraz when you stop by Huaraz Plaza de Armas. Take in the entertainment venues and mountain views in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Huaraz-Plaza-De-Armas-Huaraz.d6116972.Vacation-Attraction) ![Once in Peru, you can’t miss Laguna Parón, an incredible lagoon located close to the city of Huaraz. It is located at 4.200m above sea level, which means this is literally breathtaking. Once you get there, you can choose between paddling across the glacial lake or hiking to the viewpoint. #Adventure ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350943/00e87d79-403d-40ae-85f2-1eb3cb63782e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Paron Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Paron during your travels in Caraz. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Paron-Caraz.d553248626836812933.Vacation-Attraction) #### Plaza Mayor de Nuevo Chimbote Explore the great outdoors at Plaza Mayor de Nuevo Chimbote, a lovely green space in Nuevo Chimbote. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-Mayor-De-Nuevo-Chimbote-Nuevo-Chimbote.d553248621593726021.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tuquillo Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Tuquillo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Huarmey. [](https://expedia.ca/Tuquillo-Beach-Huarmey.d553248621592457150.Vacation-Attraction) #### Plaza de Armas de Chimbote Explore the great outdoors at Plaza de Armas de Chimbote, a lovely green space in Chimbote. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-De-Armas-De-Chimbote-Chimbote.d553248635114858943.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Vesique Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Vesique during your trip to Samanco? [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Vesique-Samanco.d553248635998026790.Vacation-Attraction) #### Huascaran National Park Explore the great outdoors at Huascaran National Park, a lovely green space in Independencia. Discover the area's glaciers and countryside. [](https://expedia.ca/Huascaran-National-Park-Independencia.d6116908.Vacation-Attraction) #### Vivero Forestal Explore the great outdoors at Vivero Forestal, a lovely green space in Chimbote. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Vivero-Forestal-Chimbote.d553248635114860536.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chancos Thermal Baths Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chancos Thermal Baths during your travels in Marcara. [](https://expedia.ca/Chancos-Thermal-Baths-Marcara.d656778969691029504.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Ancash Region ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Palmira If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Palmira and surrounding area, you can visit Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Baños Termales Monterrey. [](https://expedia.ca/Independencia-Palmira.dx553248635976400337) ![House from the 17th Century. Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131223/d3849c20-bddd-4547-b48e-d3eecad96767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Paria If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paria and surrounding area, you can visit Wilcahuaín and Baños Termales Monterrey. [](https://expedia.ca/Huaraz-Paria.dx553248635976399558) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vichay Vichay might not have many top sights, but Baños Termales Monterrey and Wilcahuaín are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Independencia-Vichay.dx553248635976398514) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shancayan While Shancayan might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Belen Plaza. [](https://expedia.ca/Huaraz-Shancayan.dx553248635976398270) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Ancash Region ![Historical heritage: complete view of Chavin de Huantar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204338/11c75d68-67e5-4ec5-a594-c0870b4477f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chavin de Huantar ![Panoramic aerial view of the desert in Huarmey, North of Lima, Peru.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350989/8812fbfd-eb89-4f69-89c7-6be16739ebc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Huarmey ![Abandoned stone homes at 5000m above sea level. Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353431/bde49a51-9653-48b4-9cb8-a493cd03c72a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yungay ![Aerial view of Paramonga fortress in Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000393306/fb9282df-4fd0-4afb-aad1-b9bb06a2ed67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barranca ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app