After exploring Huascarán National Park, hiking its trails, taking a boat ride or simply admiring the scenery, an inevitable question comes up: where to eat after Laguna Llanganuco?
In this guide you'll find the best option for a delicious lunch before heading back to Huaraz or continuing your trip through the Callejón de Huaylas.
How long does the Laguna Llanganuco tour take?
Most excursions leave Huaraz in the morning and pass through Carhuaz, Yungay, the Campo Santo de Yungay, Huascarán National Park, Chinancocha Lagoon and Orconcocha Lagoon.
The full tour usually takes 8 to 10 hours, so it's common to come back very hungry.
Why look for a good restaurant on the way back?
After spending several hours in the mountains, the body needs to recover energy. A good restaurant should offer freshly prepared food, hearty dishes, fresh ingredients, quick service, a calm atmosphere, space for tour groups, parking and easy access from the highway.
Kay Pacha: a great stop after visiting Laguna Llanganuco
If you're heading back through the Callejón de Huaylas, Recreo Kay Pacha is an excellent option to take a break and enjoy Ancash cuisine in a natural setting. Here you'll find Peruvian cuisine, typical Ancash dishes, fresh trout, grilled meats, traditional soups, breakfasts, lunches, warm drinks, desserts and spacious green areas.
It's an ideal place to rest after a day of sightseeing. Check our Huaraz menu or the restaurant location to plan your arrival.
Recommended dishes after the tour
After a day in the mountains, these are some of the most requested dishes among visitors:
- Fried trout with golden potatoes.
- Mixed grill.
- Pork chicharrón.
- Pachamanca (subject to availability).
- Chicken soup.
- Crispy guinea pig (cuy).
- Native potato with cheese.
- Fresh salads.
- Fresh juices.
- Coffee or coca tea.
Ideal for travel agencies and tour groups
Every day, numerous organized tours arrive at Laguna Llanganuco, so a restaurant ready to welcome groups offers a better experience. Kay Pacha has spaces ideal for travel agencies, hikers, couples, families, national travelers, foreign tourists and companies.
What to do after lunch?
After lunch you can keep enjoying the Callejón de Huaylas by visiting Carhuaz, Taricá, Anta, the Comandante FAP Germán Arias Graziani Airport and Huaraz. Many travelers also take the chance to buy handicrafts or the traditional homemade ice cream from Carhuaz before heading back.
Why choose Kay Pacha?
- Excellent location.
- Easy access from the tourist route.
- Family atmosphere.
- Quick service.
- Ample parking.
- Outdoor spaces.
- Regional gastronomy.
- Great for groups.
End your Cordillera Blanca experience with the best flavor
Visiting Laguna Llanganuco is an unforgettable experience thanks to its turquoise waters, queñual forests and spectacular views of the Cordillera Blanca.
After living that adventure, there's no better way to end the day than enjoying a lunch made with fresh ingredients, warm service and an atmosphere surrounded by nature. At Recreo Kay Pacha you'll find the perfect place to share with family, friends or your travel group before continuing your trip through Ancash.