Kuchill Khunu

A beautiful lagoon resulting from snowmelt

5,060m.

Overview

The Kuchil Khunu lagoon, mistakenly called ‘Ventanani’, belongs to the glacier and peak of the same name, better known as ‘Ala Izquierda’. It is a recently formed lake located in the Tuni Condoriri region, within the Juri Khota valley. This full-day excursion takes in three stunning high-altitude lakes, surrounded by the spectacular peaks of the Condoriri massif, and offers an immersive Andean experience full of breathtaking scenery.

Details

This full-day trekking itinerary explores the Juri Khota valley, connecting three alpine lagoons beneath the Condoriri massif in a scenic high-altitude environment.

Location

Cordillera Real
National Park Tuni – Condoriri
La Paz – Bolivia

Altitude

5,060 m. / 16,601 ft.

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

Full Day

We leave in the morning, a two and a half hour trip to reach the Juri Khota Lagoon (4,700 m.), after some preparations we start trekking along the edge of this lagoon.
It is an easy ascent to reach the second lagoon known as Ventanani (4,900 m.) (Heart Lagoon), continuing our journey along the moraine we reach the Glacial Lagoon of Cuchill Khunu (Left Wing of the Condor) (5,070 m.).

After a rest and a photo session near the ice walls we start the return by the same route until we reach the vehicle, which brings us back to the city of La Paz, arriving around 05 pm.

This is a fantastic hike among the mountains, it is not a difficult trip and you can reach most of the people without any problem and on the shores of the lagoon you can appreciate the beauty of the place and the mountains of this massif.

The Condoriri is really very beautiful.

return by the same way.

  • Private transportation throughout the expedition
  • high-altitude trek guide
  • Box Lunch
  • Entrance permits
  • Personal sunglasses
  • Sunscreen and personal sun protection.
  • Personal sleeping bag
  • Any additional personal equipment or items not listed above

Kuchill Khunu Gallery