Hey bloggers! Today, we’re talking about Pomacanchi Lagoon in Cusco, Peru, and its stunning crystal-clear waters. Want to know more? Keep reading our blog!
About Pomacanchi Lagoon
Pomacanchi Lagoon was originally known as Qeroqocha during the Auqaruna Period (which aligns with the Pre-Inca era, Early Horizon Period, and Archaic Period). Later, it was renamed Pomacanchi Lagoon due to its location within the territory of the Qanchi people and its proximity to the town of Pomacanchi in Cusco, Peru.
The name Qeroqocha appears in the book Música Incaika by musicologist and composer Policarpo Caballero Farfán—a fascinating nod to its ancient roots.
Where is Pomacanchi Lagoon located?
Pomacanchi Lagoon has a maximum depth of 140 meters. Around its shores grows abundant vegetation including totora reeds, mirmis and other plant species. The waters are home to fish such as trout and kingfish (pejerrey).
This 22.5 square meter body of water is located 104 kilometers from Cusco city, between the districts of Pomacanchi and Acopia in Acomayo Province. It sits at an elevation of 3,669 meters above sea level.
From Pomacanchi town, continue 2.5 km further to reach the first lagoon, also called Pomacanchi, located along the upper Vilcanota River.
Pomacanchi Lagoon is surrounded by abundant native grasses including medicinal plants, totora reeds, mirmi and other species. Its waters contain trout, kingfish, huitas, ccarachis, ch’iñis and carp.
At Pomacanchi Lagoon, the local municipality has built a tourist camp featuring:
At Pomacanchi Lagoon, the local municipality has built a tourist camp featuring:
Recommendations:
What to bring:
Comfortable, warm clothing and a raincoat. Sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses, hiking shoes, a fishing rod, insect repellent, cash, drinks, and snacks for the trail.
Best time to visit:
Due to less rainfall and milder temperatures, the ideal months to visit the 4 lagoons are between May and October.
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