The Top 5 Gorges in Ancash
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 5
to choose from in Ancash. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info …
to choose from in Ancash. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info …
Last updated: September 17, 2025
The Quebrada Santa Cruz mountain stream rises from the Nevado Taulliraju glacier (5,830 m) and crosses the high mountain range of the Cordillera Blanca from east to west. North of …
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30+ tunnels, from a couple of meters to around five longish ones. All tunnels are single lane with little shoulder, unlit and some with potholes. You MUST use headlights and rear flashers.
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The Rio Santa runs 200 km northward between the Cordillera Negra in the west and the Cordillera Blanca in the east and overlooks the fertile Callejón de Huaylas. To the …
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The Quebrada Los Cedros is a 21 km long tributary of the Río Santa in the Cordillera Blanca in Peru. The high mountain river has its origins in the Laguna …
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The Santa Cruz Trek leads through the Quebrada Santa Cruz valley. By crossing the Punta Union pass you reach the narrow Quebrada Huaripampa valley with several mountain lakes below the …
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