Marcelo Aguilar

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Peru Nevado de Santa Cruz o Pukaraju

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The only way to photograph the Cordillera Blanca at sunset is from the other side (west) of the Santa River. From there you can see magnificent snow-capped peaks like Santa Cruz in this case. Its height is approximately 6250 meters.

Photography Tips

Tele and tripod necessary. Here is about 400 mm.

Travel Information

From Route 3 N, towards the north of Yungay, you have to take a not very good route, the 104, and go up until you find the desired view.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Nearly no other people

Best Timing Sunset in summer

Sunrise & Sunset 06:03 - 18:40 | current local time: 22:11

Photo Themes Mountains

Locations Cordillera Blanca Yungay

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