What are the most spectacular roads in Peru?

In the embrace of the Andes, Peru unfolds a rich tapestry of roads that beckon travelers with stories steeped in ancient wonders and natural grandeur. The Interoceanic Highway acts as a bridge, linking the humid mysteries of the Amazon with the stark allure of the Pacific coast. On the Curvas de Huanchaca, 24 switchbacks tease and challenge, demanding attention and respect on a narrow, precipitous path.

Ascend to the dizzying heights of the Anticona Pass, where the cold Andean winds whisper tales of times gone by. Cañón del Pato, "Duck Canyon", presents not just jaw-dropping beauty but also the thrill of a road demanding skill and courage. And if that wasn't enough, the route to Punta Olimpica in the heart of the Andes is nothing short of awe-inspiring, a testament to nature's grand canvas.

Yet, amid these towering giants, the Nazca desert stretches out, a canvas of ancient art with the Panamericana Sur as your viewing gallery, allowing you to ponder the mysteries etched into the very earth. In Peru, roads aren't mere pathways but a bridge across time, a blend of tradition, tenacity, and topography. So, gear up and let the Peruvian landscapes regale you with tales where every turn holds a new story, a new vista, and an age-old charm

Laguna Shegue is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.580m (15,206ft) above the sea level located in the province of Huaral in Peru.

Punta Seis Lagos is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.826m (15,833ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru.

Punta Chanca is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.852m (15,918ft) above the sea level, located in the Department of Lima, in Central Peru.

Laguna Loriscota is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.550m (14,927ft) above the sea level, located in Puno Region, Peru.

Laguna Alcacocha is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.350m (14,271ft) above the sea level located at the top of the Andean mountains in the Pasco region of Peru.

Paso Esperanza is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.782m (15,689ft) above the sea level, located in the Puno region, in Peru.

Laguna Orcococha is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.625m (15,173ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Castrovirreyna in Peru.

Located on the border of La Libertad and Ancash regions in northwestern Peru, Tablachaca Canyon has been carved by the Tablachaca river over millions of years.

Laguna de Choclococha is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.529m (14,858ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Castrovirreyna in Peru.

Abra Turpo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.798m (15,741ft) above the sea level, located in the Huancavelica Province, Peru.

Punta Caudalosa Chica is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.990m (16,371ft) above the sea level, located in the Angaraes province, in the region of Huancavelica, Peru. It’s one of the highest drivable passes in South America.

Punta Yahuarcocha is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.980m (16,338ft) above the sea level, located in the Angaraes province, in the region of Huancavelica, Peru

Carretera Sacaycacha-Pallasca is one of the scariest roads in the world. Located in the Pallasca Province of the Ancash region in Peru, the road has countless hazards: narrow, severe drops, very steep, without protections and a terrible weather.

Laguna La Viuda is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.560m (14,960ft) above the sea level, located in the Lima Region, in western Peru.

Abra Alpamarca is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.711m (15,456ft) above the sea level, located in Central Peru, in the province of Junín.

Laguna Lauricocha is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.041m (13,257ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru, in the Lauricocha Province, Cauri District.

Abra Tolconi is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.860m (15,945ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru, in the Arequipa Region.

Chicarhuapunta is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.289m (14,071ft) above the sea level, located in the Ancash Region in Peruthe Ancash Region in Peru

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Abra Mio is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.764m (15,629ft) above the sea level, located in the Huaral Province, Peru.

Carretera Yuracmarca-Mirasanta is a high mountain road located in the Huaylas Province in the Ancash Region of Peru. The road is bordered by a drop of hundreds of meters (many hundreds of feet) unprotected by guardrails.

Queropalca is a high mountain town at an elevation of 3.971m (13,028ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru, in the Lauricocha Province, Cauri District.

Laguna de Suches is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.491m (14,734ft) above the sea level, located in Candarave Province, in Peru.

Abra Canchenita is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.827m (15,836ft) above the sea level, located in the Carhuaz Province, Ancash Region, Peru.

Abra Achallaque is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.962m (16,279ft) above the sea level, located in the Departamento de Arequipa, Peru.

Laguna Canchis is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.475m (14,681ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru, in the province Huarochirí.

Laguna Huaroncocha is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.580m (15,026ft) above the sea level located in the province of Huaral in Peru.

San José de Parac is a high mountain town at an elevation of 3.815m (12,516ft) above the sea level, located in San Mateo District, in the province Huarochirí of Peru.

Abra Sandia is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.495m (14,747ft) above the sea level, located in the Sandia Province, in Puno Region, Peru. The zone is prone to heavy mist and can be dangerous in low visibility conditions.  Avalanches and landslides can occur anytime.

JU105 is a high mountain road located on the eastern slopes of the Andes, in the middle Tarma Province in Peru.

Laguna Uchucchacua is a high mountain lagoon at an elevation of 4.390m (14,402ft) above the sea level located in the province of Oyón in the Department of Lima, in Central Peru.

Laguna T'inkiqucha is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.365m (14,320ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru, in the Lauricocha Province, Cauri District.

Abra Llamaorgo is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.700m (15,419ft) above the sea level, located in the Department of Huancavelica, Peru.

Laguna Chichis is a high mountain lake at an elevation of 4.539m (14,891ft) above the sea level, located in the Andes of Peru, in the province Huarochirí.

Laguna Rajucolta is a high mountain glacial lake at an elevation of 4.280m (14,041ft)  above the sea level, located in the Huaraz Province, in the Ancash Region of Peru.

Alto Lagonilla is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 4.410m (14,468ft) above the sea level, located in the province of Lampa in Peru.