Things to do in Huaraz
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Active Peru
Run by the Belgian Dennis, who has a good reputation.
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Pizza Bruno
This French-owned pizzeria has nice pastas and big salads, but the pizzas taste like they are made by people who really know how to use a wood-fired oven and make a great sauce.
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Alpamayo Circuit
16 days (Huaraz)
One of the most scenically spectacular walking routes in the Peruvian Andes, this off the beaten track adventure provides unsurpassed views of the beautiful Alpamayo peak.
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El Tambo Bar
If you’re hankerin’ to shake your groove-thang, this is the most popular disco in town. Fashionable with both extranjeros (foreigners) and Peruvians, the music swings from techno-cumbia to Top 20, to salsa to reggae to most things in between – all in a space of 20 minutes. Occasional live bands also play. Although there’s no cover charge, you may want to consult your accountant before buying a round of drinks: the prices are astronomical.
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Skyline Adventures
Skyline Adventures, based just outside of Huaraz, comes highly recommended and has some of the best-quality rental equipment in the area. It also provides guides for treks and mountain climbs and leads two- and three-day mountaineering courses.
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Casa de Guías
Mountaineers and trekkers should check out Casa de Guías, the headquarters of the Mountain Guide Association of Peru, for a list of certified guides.
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Mountain Institute
Arranges excellent trips to the Inca Trail.
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Huascarán
Gets repeatedly good reviews from satisfied travelers; also does tours.
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Montañero
This good agency arranges treks and climbs. It also rents or sells gear.
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Sierra Verde Spanish School
The Sierra Verde Spanish School has Spanish lessons for S15 per hour.
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El Rinconcito Minero
This place comes highly recommended by readers. It's open all day and has a popular outdoor patio.
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Mercado Ortíz
Mercado Ortíz is a good supermarket to pick up goodies for trekking or self-catering.
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Perú Magico
Perú Magico has an assortment of jewelry, textiles and pottery from around the country.
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Chifa Jim Hua
This cozy Chinese restaurant gets good reviews as one of the better places in town to get your wanton on.
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Monttrek
A reputable agency that has lots of local information and arranges rock climbing, mountain biking and parapenting trips.
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Monumento Nacional Wilkahuaín
Monumento Nacional Wilkahuaín, the small Wari ruin about 8km north of Huaraz, is remarkably well preserved.
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Explorers Spanish School
Explorers Spanish School offers flexible hours and group (up to four)/individual lessons for S15/S20 per hour.
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Galaxia Expeditions
Peruvian-run agency with a fine reputation and good gear. Also does local tours, climbing trips and has an indoor climbing wall.
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Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope is an aid organization that works with Huaraz’s poorest children and provides accommodations and food to volunteers for a small fee.
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Tejidos Turmanyé
Tejidos Turmanyé sells handsome locally made weavings and knit garments to support a foundation that provides occupational training to young mothers.
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Andean Kingdom
One of the cheapest and more popular agencies in town. Be sure to double-check the equipment here and confirm exactly what’s included in your trip before you set off.
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Casa de Guías
Mountaineers and trekkers should check out Casa de Guías, the headquarters of the Mountain Guide Association of Peru, for a list of certified guides.
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Vagamundo Travel Bar
Opens late morning and has erratic hours. Come in for a beer, snack and a game of foosball. Enjoy rock and blues while perusing the many maps on the walls, or sit outside on the patio.
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Teach Huaraz Peru
Teach Huaraz Peru works primarily with children and can arrange English-teaching and other kinds of experiences for volunteers; homestays with local families are available.
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Pastelería Café Turmanyé
Serving paella, sandwiches and rich Spanish-style pastries and cakes, this little eatery also has the distinction of benefiting the local Arco Iris Foundation, which helps children and young mothers.
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