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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 7, 2023
How long is the drive from Cuenca to Arequipa?
The direct drive from Cuenca to Arequipa is 1,534 mi (2,468 km), and should have a drive time of 1 day 12 hrs in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Cuenca to Arequipa, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Lima, Trujillo, Nazca, Paracas, Cajamarca, and Ica, as well as top places to visit like Cumbemayo Tours and Los Baños del Inca District, or the ever-popular Manglares de Puerto Pizarro.
The top cities between Cuenca and Arequipa are Lima, Trujillo, Nazca, Paracas, Cajamarca, and Ica. Lima is the most popular city on the route. It's 22 hours from Cuenca and 14 hours from Arequipa.
Cajamarca, a city nestled in the northern highlands of Peru within the Andes Mountains, boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage. The Plaza de Armas is surrounded by stunning baroque colonial architecture, including the ornate Cajamarca Cathedral with its gold leaf–covered altar and the Monastery of San Francisco featuring catacombs and a religious art museum.
3% as popular as Lima
2 hours off the main route, 32% of way to Arequipa
Trujillo, located in northwestern Peru, is a city steeped in history and culture. The colonial center boasts architectural wonders such as the Trujillo Cathedral and Casa Urquiaga. Nearby, the neoclassical Iturregui Palace showcases Italian marble statues and a picturesque courtyard. Just west of the city lies Chan Chan, an expansive adobe complex that was once home to the ancient Chimu kingdom.
6% as popular as Lima
2 minutes off the main route, 36% of way to Arequipa
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Lima, the largest city in South America, is situated on the arid coast of Peru. The colonial center has been conserved, but it's a bustling metropolis with a growing reputation as one of the most exciting cities in South America. Visitors can find pre-Columbian art at Museo Larco and explore the history of ancient civilizations at Museo de la Nación. The heart of old Lima Centro is Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral.
Most popular city on this route
5 minutes off the main route, 61% of way to Arequipa
Paracas is a Peruvian coastal town known for its beautiful beaches, such as El Chaco, located in a sheltered bay. The town serves as a starting point for trips to the uninhabited Ballestas Islands, which are home to diverse marine wildlife including sea lions, pelicans and Humboldt penguins.
4% as popular as Lima
17 minutes off the main route, 69% of way to Arequipa
Ica is a Peruvian city located in the south. Its central square, Plaza de Armas, features a neoclassical cathedral while the Lord of Luren Church holds an idol of Ica's patron saint in a Carmelite convent. Visitors can explore ancient pottery at the Ica Regional Museum and venture southwest to Huacachina village, an oasis nestled among sand dunes with a picturesque lagoon surrounded by palm trees.
2% as popular as Lima
2 minutes off the main route, 72% of way to Arequipa
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Nazca is a region located on the southern coast of Peru that comprises of valleys and a town by the same name. The area gets its name from the Nazca civilization that thrived between 100 BC and AD 800. One of the main attractions in the area is Isla Ballestas, which features a unique geoglyph known as Candelabra.
4% as popular as Lima
3 minutes off the main route, 78% of way to Arequipa
Best stops along Cuenca to Arequipa drive
The top stops along the way from Cuenca to Arequipa (with short detours) are Magic Water Circuit of the Reserve Park, Miraflores, and Nazca Lines. Other popular stops include Larco Museum, Las Ballestas, and Pachacamac.
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Manglares de Puerto Pizarro
Sightseeing tour agency
Nature & Parks
Nature & Wildlife Areas
It was a nice experience being here. Great for taking photographs of animals. Many unique species in the area. The sunsets are also pretty amazing. Take a boat, make sure you have insect repellent. You will need it.
Gyason Copeland — Google review
(Translated by Google) Located in Tumbes (Peru), they are famous for their black shells and mollusks. In the mangroves are the Island of Love and the Tumbesian Crocodile Zoo.
If you have some time, I recommend visiting the Manglar House in Puerto Pizarro Bay.
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Ubicados en Tumbes (Perú), son célebres por sus conchas negras y moluscos. En los manglares se encuentran la Isla del Amor y el Zoocriadero de cocdrilos tumbesinos.
Si tienes algo de tiempo, te recomiendo visitar la Casa del Manglar en la Bahía de Puerto Pizarro.
Albert Feraud — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful place. We went and lived an adventure, we met the crocodiles, the mangrove birds and we had lunch on the island of love
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Hermoso lugar. Fuimos y vivimos una aventura, conocimos a los cocodrilos, las aves de los manglares y almorzamos en la isla del amor
I took the cumbemayo tour here, they are one of the most affordable in town, and the tour itself was good! High recommendable
Mike Lewis — Google review
(Translated by Google) Take tours of:
Otuzco windows
Namora
Porcon
Cumbemayo
Truly everyone had a great experience with these two great guides Marcelino and Manuel. They really are eminences, they are friendly and know the places very well, it was an incredible experience, we recommend it
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Tome los tour de:
Ventanillas de Otuzco
Namora
Porcon
Cumbemayo
Realmente todos una gran experiencia al lado de estos dos grandes guias Marcelino y Manuel. Realmente son eminencias, son amables y conocen muy bien los lugares, fue una increible experiencia recomendadisimos
miguel valverde alvarado — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful place to visit
(Original)
Lindo lugar para vísitar
Leonardo Gonzales — Google review
(Translated by Google) They send you without a guide, they don't comply with the itinerary and they move you from bus to bus because they oversell seats
(Original)
Te mandan sin guía, no cumplen con el itinerario y te mueven de bus en bus porque sobrevenden asientos
Alex Jesus Durand Mendoza — Google review
(Translated by Google) Professor Manuel is a great expert on the town and he introduced it to us with a lot of love and passion. We didn't do any tours with the agency but if Mr. Manuel takes it, they must be great.
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Profesor Manuel es un gran conocedor de la localidad y nos la presento con mucho cariño y pasion. No hicimos ningun tour con la agencia pero si la lleva señor Manuel, tienen que ser estupendos.
Ondra Stočes — Google review
(Translated by Google) Take two co tours. They and the service and the guides who were in charge of the group were very good. Recommended!!!!
(Original)
Tome dos tours co. Ellos y el servicio y los guías q estuvieron a cargo del grupo fueron muy buenos. Recomendado!!!!
Mariella Chevez — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good experience just by reaching the valley and what to say when you start the walk, I have no words to describe it, I recommend it, travel and get to know
(Original)
Muy buena experiencia con solo llegar al valle y que decir cuando empiezas la caminata, no tengo palabras para describirlo, se los recomiendo, viajen y conozcan
Edith — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very unpunctuality with the departures of their tours. I only took the tour to Cumbemayo and the Collpa farm.
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Mucha impuntualidad con las salidas de sus tours. Solo tomé el tour a Cumbemayo y a la granja Collpa.
Located in the province of Cajamarca, Peru, Los Baños del Inca District is known for its thermal springs that are used in a spa. This district is believed to have been a favored retreat of the Incan ruler Atawallpa.
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Llanganuco Lakes
Water
Nature & Parks
Bodies of Water
Excelente Tours: PERU MOUNTAIN TRANS EIRL.
James Soria — Google review
The lake is nice, but i went with organized tour, better to go on foot
Edocip93 — Google review
Very beautiful! A bit touristic but worth the view
Naomi Brodkom — Google review
(Translated by Google) This place is so spectacular.
Visit and enjoy the moment.
Almost 4 thousand altitude.
Beautiful. Amazing. Worth every second.
It takes a while to arrive. Bad road.
But pretty good.
Choose the agency that will take you carefully. Some charge to go just on this tour. Other agencies offer this tour with Lagoon 69.
Already save a little.
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Espetacular demais esse lugar.
Visitar e curtir o momento.
Quase 4 mil de altitude.
Lindo. Espetacular. Vale cada segunda.
Demora um pouco a chegar. Estrada ruim.
Mas bem de boa.
Escolha bem agência que vai te levar. Algumas cobram pra ir só nesse passeio. Outras agências fazem esse passeio com a laguna 69.
Já economizar um pouco.
Douglas Lopes — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very beautiful lake, with beautiful lake water on a sunny day, you must come here to see it!
(Original)
非常美麗的湖,晴天配上美麗的湖水,一定要來這邊看看!
Tung Peter — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful lagoon, no hike necessary, parking is a short distance away. Entrance fee 30 PEN.
(Original)
Krásná laguna, není nutný hike, parkoviště je kousek. Vstupné 30 PEN.
Kájuša Kilhofová — Google review
(Translated by Google) I haven't been to that place for a while and the nature is wonderful. You won't regret it. The tours to that place can cost you between 40 or 50 soles and to enter the national park there is a control for maintenance of the area. If you have an ID, the cost is 12 soles and you are a foreigner cost 30 soles
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Tiempo que no iba a ese lugar y es maravilloso la naturaleza no se arrepentirán el tours a ese lugar te puede costar entre 40 o 50 soles y para el ingreso al parque nacional es un contro por mantenimiento del área si tienes DNI el costo es de 12 soles y eres extranjero costo 30 soles
Victor cauti — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful lagoon
Let's keep these beautiful lagoons clean.
(Original)
Hermosa laguna
Mantengamos la limpieza de estas hermosas lagunas.
National park & twin-summit mountain, Peru's tallest, popular with mountaineers & climbers.
Mount Huascaran, Spanish Nevado Huascarán, mountain peak of the Andes of west-central Peru. The snowcapped peak rises to 22,205 feet (6,768 m) above sea level in the Cordillera Blanca, east of the Peruvian town of Yungay. It is the highest mountain in Peru and is a favourite of mountaineers and tourists. In 1962 a thaw caused a portion of the sheer north summit to break off, resulting in an avalanche that destroyed several villages and killed about 3,500 persons. In 1970 a severe earthquake caused landslides that buried 10 villages and most of Yungay; tens of thousands of people were killed in one of the worst natural disasters of the 20th century. Amazing.
Damir — Google review
wowww this place is stonnig, i recomended it. ypu are going tohave the best view ever here in this mountain
Karina Polanco Miranda — Google review
Huascaran! I loved it! I could visit it again. Such a wonderful place!
Frank Gallego — Google review
Among us
Daniel Marcelo Tapia Gonzales — Google review
One of the most beautiful places, clean air and pure water coming down from it full of minerals. Highly recommend because it's not crowded
Luz Zapata — Google review
It is a beautiful place, a nice landscape to relax, 100% recommendable.
Yhors Mancilla M — Google review
Very cool and beautiful place
محمد طلفاح — Google review
Walked around the santa cruz loop, absolutely stunning, takes about 4 days in total and it is one of the best treks I have ever done, would thoroughly recommend it, Lake 69 is also unbelievably beautiful
Pete Barnes (Photographer) — Google review
Beautifull Mountain and place to adventure
Jerson Farfan — Google review
It’s perfect place👍🏼
Jozef Alassali — Google review
50 km of trekking and meet trekkers and rest in tend.
Maurizio Palladino — Google review
Big like
Loiy Alhouwari — Google review
Very nice
Ammar sarks — Google review
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Tree-lined public square decorated with topiary & featuring benches & a central fountain.
Beautiful Plaza de Armas. Waterfall, flowers, seats surrounded by local artisan crafts, banks etc
Jules Kingshott — Google review
Beautiful cozy main square with a lot of plants and a beautiful church.
Stefan Korsten — Google review
Bautiful plaza de Armas with the usual church,fontain and mamy opportunities ro sit down and watch the surroundings. There is always something happening,like a parade,people singing,dancing,street vendors. Most of the time you can get drinks,ice cream,popcorn or other sorts of food.
Lilia Knaub — Google review
The square was very busy due to carnival festivities. The music was lovely and the kids bands were bright and cheerful. I will return for a slower day soon. The grounds are well maintained and pretty.
Fred Ruddock — Google review
Nice square and very nice view during the sunset.
Caio Giomo — Google review
Welcoming you to this place known as the "Peruvian Swiss", Huaraz is a city that offers a variety of beautiful landscapes and exquisite native food!
Jackie E — Google review
Very pretty plaza. It is aways very well kept and has flowers and plants adorning the entire perimeter.
Other than that, there's not much to do in it.
O would advis visiting the plaza only on the first day in Huaraz, or if you wish to spend a peaceful time seated on one of its benches.
There's really not much to do on here.
Gabriel Nazato — Google review
We got to experience a religious procession. It was a typical town square.
Picturesque lake at an altitude of 4,480-m. known for its clear, blue-green water.
Stunning views, even with cloudy and misty weather. Go up with a colectivo (ask around where to find it) and they will take you up; they will be able to take you down again, you just have to wait for them to come back to the top. It can take sometime for it to depart as it needs to be full, both ways, so it can also be quite an uncomfortable ride as it will literally be bursting with local people going up and down the hills.
Important note: despite your hostel maybe not recommending that you take a guide, please do. It is very important to know your way, especially when getting closer to the lake. We went up with reduced visibility and rainy weather. You have to literally climb some of the sections with the help of chains on very very slippery rocks (see pics and video); it is extremely dangerous and in any other country the path would be closed during rainy weather. At the end of the path, there are no more indications. We reached the lake out of luck and guidance of other trekkers, via an irregular path since we could not find the way to the miradoro.
Gorgeous, but adrenaline inducing
Nuno L. — Google review
Beautiful laguna, worth a visit! Also the hike was cool and varied.
You can continue for another 1.5 hours or so to the little sister lagoon, but no must.
Stefan Tschirner — Google review
Very nice lake. There is only 3 km hike to Churup lake but you should be ready for a high altitude. There are also buses from Huaraz to this hike.
Yevhenii Bespoiasko — Google review
Amazing views, did the hike early at 530am, taxi from huaraz is 50 soles to Pitec, moderate to difficult at times but great for acclimatation, all the way to second lake is almost 5000m
Christophe Ribault — Google review
Excellent hike! Get a collectivo from Huarez for 20s and a hike from there. The entry is 30s for the national park. The hike is challenging but good. The last 500m are steep with chains for assistance. Well worth it
Donal — Google review
Laguna Churup is so worth the visit! Taking about 2 hours for someone who has recently arrived in huaraz and is not used to the altitude, and perhaps shorter for someone who has been here a little longer. It's not an easy walk, but just wait till you arrive at the lake! And adventurous hike, at parts using metal chains to grab and pull yourself up as its steep, however if you dont want to go through these parts, you can take the left path before so. The lake is a green and blue colour, it is amazing from all parts!
daniela mcclunie — Google review
Beautiful lake, but be prepared for steep way. You have to make 700m up in 5km. It was quite difficult, because of altitude. We got some headache and earache. Drink a lot of water and enjoy breathtaking views.
Maria Mykhailenko — Google review
The colectivo to Pitec charges 10 soles but during low season it not easy to get there by public transport, try to get the 8am one. Entrance to the National Park is 30 soles for foreign visitors.
The landscape is really worth it from the very moment you leave Huaraz and only gets better the higher you get.
The laguna is at 4,500 metres altitude so try to acclimatise before doing this trek. At some point the path reaches a fork. We took the "Optional" longer and easier path to the laguna which takes you to the viewpoint where you can enjoy amazing views over the laguna and the glacier. It can be foggy and rainy but with some patience you'll be able to see the cristal clear water of the lake.
We chose the shorter way to come back which takes you down steep slopes /cliffs alongside the waterfall with the help of ropes. Very exciting but I wouldn't want to try it both ways!
Mikel Lantaron — Google review
Worth a visit, could be a good acclimatization hike if you are planning to do multiple day treks around Huaraz. It’s not very easy and if you take a certain route you will also have to do some cable aided climbing, which is doable. If you want to avoid that, close to the top the road splits, take the left one. You can easily get here with a colectivo from the city going to Pitec and get off at the last stop.
Chavin de Huantar is a significant archaeological area that contains artifacts and structures from the pre-Incan Chavín culture. It is considered the most captivating site of Peru's MidLate Formative Period, dating back to around 1200-500 BC. The ceremonial center boasts impressive temple-like constructions above ground and intricate underground passages illuminated with modern technology.
Fascinating historical site to discover the Chavin people. You’ll need a tour guide to get the most out of it and understand the surroundings. The signs are in Spanish and English. The most fascinating part of the site are the underground tunnels. Several of the tunnels don’t allow photos so the place is even more interesting than the photos you see online would suggest.
Brock Simon — Google review
One of the most beautiful places I ever seen of my country ❤️ the landscapes are just amazing, the entrance fee is affordable and the local people is very nice and helpful.
I would definitely be back!
Maricielo Montes De La Cruz — Google review
Beautiful place. Access is limited due to COVID-19 protocols. A place you must visit if you come to Huaraz
Luigi Magui?a — Google review
The place is off the beaten track but provides a glimpse into traditional town life, together with one of the oldest historical landmarks in Latin America.
Fabian V — Google review
I can't give this site less than 3 stars because even though it was closed, I'm fairly confident I will rate it 5 stars if/when I revisit and have the opportunity to go inside with a tour guide.
Unesco world heritage site 330. Be careful visiting as they seem to close randomly and have weird visiting hours/days. May require a reservation/appointment.
2022.08.20 0429 PET-RMN update: Interesting, I didn't read my own note as we went there on Tuesday 2022.08.16 (~8 hour drive by car from Lima) and it was closed due to a recent landslide in the area (~2 weeks prior). We did not call in advance or attempt to make reservations. However, we were able to see the u shaped complex, main temple (from the outside), and sunken plaza. We could also see the fanged deity from pretty close, taking pictures from over the wall. The fanged deity is much larger than I thought. I anticipated that it would be around 6-8 inches in diameter but it was more like 3-4 feet in diameter. If we have the opportunity, we should revisit to take the tour and see the museum located in the town of Chavin, as it was also closed. Tickets/tours include the ability to go inside the temple and view the several meter high stone rock pillar (obelisk) with partially transformed fanged deity carvings.
Rodney Newton — Google review
If you take the collectivo to the small town of Chavin then it is only a few minutes until you get to the ruins. The site is extensive and during my visit hardly to moderately visited. Tickets can be bought quickly at the ticket office, a guide was not possible in english and i hardly speak spanish. The galleries are admirable and it was very interesting to explore them. The whole place is noticeably full of energy.
Julia Gottschalk — Google review
Nice site if you like history. You can get here with public bus from Huaraz for 15/s for one way. I paid 15/s ticket to enter the site. I came with 10:00 am bus from Huaraz and got back in 15:00 bus from Shavin. The bus stop in the city center. It’s take 2.5-3 hour only for one way.
Y Z — Google review
Only open Tues/Thurs/Sat. It's best to stay in Chavin the night before and get there at 9am before the tour groups.
Entrance 15s, guide 50s, guide is worth it if you speak any spanish at all. There aren't many signs.
Tunnels are open even with the pandemic
Thomas B — Google review
Interesting place..BUT becouse of the imaginary pandemic you can not enter to see the underground tunels...the most interesting thing actually. They will open next year
B Klimas — Google review
not expensive to enter (minors who are in school & university students get a good discount), and really interesting history. Loved exploring the galerías but warning it gets EXTREMELY hot and you are in direct sunlight here. Worth a visit!
3.1 square miles in size, this receding, bowl-shaped glacier is popular among hikers & ice climbers.
A short walk to an amazing 5000m glacier. I would have liked to stay longer, but the tours guid said we had to go back...
Cédrik Foisy — Google review
The place is not bad. Glacier is small but still okay. This place has a high altitude (>5.000 mdpl) so good for acclimation.
However, the tour we joined was dissapointing. They stopped in an expensive restaurants, twice, each 1 hour. Meanwhile, we only got a bit of time to enjoy the glaciers (around 20 mins). The tour guide was so defensive and she speaks 0 english. It’s more a scam than a proper tour.
Laura V — Google review
Amazing place for a day tour! It's pretty high ( 5,000 meters), so it's good for acclimation.
Karin Ninburg — Google review
The park and the glacier are beautiful and worth the visit! that being said we booked a tour at tour operator in Huaraz. We had to register our names on a registration form in the bus. Me (being a foreigner) my girlfriend (Peruvian) are charged with different pricing Me 30 soles, girlfriend 12 soles. The guys (guide and bus driver) in the bus changed my nationality to Peruvian, so they could pocket 18 soles! Instead of giving the fee to the park. I don't mind paying more if this money goes to preserving the park and it's beauty for the future. But then taking this money (the guide and bus driver) in there own pocket is very very bad in my opinion. Because we saw the list laying around (to bad I didn't take picture as proof), we confronted the guide after our trip. He got nervous and denied the alligations. My girlfriend being Peruvian got a call 30 minutes later from the guide that he will wire the 18 soles to her bank account, and yes he did this after 1 hour after the confrontation.
As a foreigner please check at the park entrance that you are indeed seen as a foreigner and that the money doesn't go into the pocket of the guide.
I've not included the name of the tour agency and the name of the guide. This will probably cost him his job and that is not what we wanted.
For the rest the park is worth visiting :) the altitude did take it's toll at the beginning but it was all worth it!!
Chiel S — Google review
WARNING!!! Do not ride the horses. My wife was thrown from one and ended up in the hospital. Very unsafe. Beautiful place however.
Christopher DeThomas — Google review
A nature monster at 5000 mtrs!! Thouhg I was a little bit upset because of the aims to turn it in a more accessible spot. Anyway, clearly deserves a visit.
M.M — Google review
It takes only 40 minutes to walk to the glacier. But it's a bit disappointing.
Kengō Ryū — Google review
Very touristy place . It’s not a hike as it takes 20-30 min to the glacier if you are a bit fit .
Don’t understand why people hype this place.
7-8 hours bus drive from huaraz for 30 min walk ? :)
Nope ..
Instead go for lake Churup or 69
Those ones are hikes
Dániel Dupsi — Google review
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Chancay Castle
Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Castles
Former castle now hosting 2 hotels, several restaurants & attractions such as live shows & museums.
Beautifully renovates. Great family vacation option. Stayed at the Camelot hotel with a gorgeous view of the ocean. Sunsets from there are breathtaking. Staff is supper friendly and goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome.
Uliz Diaz — Google review
Wow where do I begin...this place was just way too amazing for words. I absolutely loved it. I want to go back already!
So basically through every area is a theme throughout history with actors interacting with small groups on tours throughout. Some themes include Peru, Egypt, Camelot, Aztec, Babylon, Greece, Rome, and many many more. There are too many to really remember to be honest. My favorite was Egypt. And being able to see Anubis I was just in awe. I can't obviously ever go to the real Egypt so this will be the closest I can get for now ☺️
The only major complaints I have are there is a TON of stairs...oh my gosh! I am unsure if we just missed where the elevators were to go back downstairs or if they were going for the "old castle" theme and there are none. Next time we go we are having my daughter either walk on her own or ride on our shoulders.
Also we went to a beautiful restaurant and they had cats meandering around while we ate. It was kind of weird and I'm not that into cats. Make sure at least they aren't where your diners are eating at least please!
Among all the attractions there you can also:
*Swim: (they have a huge pool I think it's 10 soles a person to get in) take a swimming suit and change of clothes!
*Shop: there are many artisan places to shop inside and souvenir shops as well. I love that about Peru, support the artisans and small business!
*Eat: there are a few restaurants inside you can pay in the entrance to make a reservation. (People outside are too pushy and it freaked me out they practically swamped us in the car yelling at us with thier menu papers)
*I think there is also a hotel. I would love to stay there.
*Parking: it's 10 soles a day total and they only take cash (just a heads up)
You can also hold a hawk for 10 soles and take pictures with it. That was so cool and it was such a pretty bird too!
Overall it was a great experience. I can't wait to go back!
Apocalyptian Yammy Twerp — Google review
Crowded and disorderly. The building was incomplete. They had living eagles tethered to trainers so that people could have their photos taken for s/ 10, but the animals where in distress. The food at the resturant was decent and the haunted house was short but well done. This is an affordable place to take kids but I would say that it is a 4th rate attraction at best
Jason Styles — Google review
We traveled from the United States of America to Lima, Peru. While here, we were told to go an hour north to see the Castillo de Chancay. In which we did. There is only one toll between here and there at 7.90 sols at the time of this review. Parking will cost about 10-15 sols and entry is 20 sols per adult and 10 sols for children 10 and younger. It has a water swimming pool, shops, live entertainment and restaurants here. My only suggestion is finish up the construction and put an ATM for foreigners who need to get money to buy items for sale. The food was marvelous and the view spectacular. They even have their own wine from this region.
Toney Green — Google review
Purely built for tourism, fun for children but not really for adults, plenty of restaurants and bars but it's not cheap. The tours can take a while to start, drinks can take a while to make. We couldn't finish the 2 tours and have a drink in the time we had free.
Aaron Jackson — Google review
Excellent place to spend with family. You find many options to have fun.
RM T — Google review
It is a fun place a little bit of a tourist trap do not have any illusions everything is reconstructed and is a theme park nothing historical but is still fun none the less . I wouldn't do the tour where they have characters acting but on your own roaming around is the fun part. Would I return no probably not but was fun to go once in my life there is not much depth other than walking around
tony colombo — Google review
Good things first:
+ Lots of variety
+ Lots of fun
+ Many things to take photos of
+ Some animals
+ Great view of the ocean
+ Very interesting entertainment
Down sides:
- Pool closed
- A little too commercialized
- Sometimes too crowded
- Some very poor maintenance in some parts
- Would be better if they hid their speaker devices in walls instead of having a huge chunky boombox with sound coming through it, in a setting intended to be historical
The show with the dancers and magicians was one of the highlights for me. I also loved that I could take photos with some wild birds.
Ice White — Google review
Peru doesn't have any amusement parks, but let's say this is the closest version of one
Themed with all cultures and stories around the world, i must say the "tour guides" there are the best. They are sooo motivated and into the act, that it makes your inner child or your child feel so much joy, if i was Disney i would hire them for sure
They also got a very well done Haunted House, a small hotel for your overnight stay or a mid-day nap; two pools with ocean view very well done; many restaurants to find the food you crave for
The price is very affordable for all they do offer, we went as a six person group and offered us a 300 PEN pack including 2 hour hotel stay, pool access, haunted house and of course all the guided tours, equivalent to 50PEN (round 12 USD) per person
The service is great, people there are super friendly, there are shows from midday and on
Would love to visit again when they open more areas!
M “MiChaufa” — Google review
The castle is beautiful. I loved the decorations. Bathrooms are clean. Staff is friendly. There's even a hotel inside the castle where you can stay. Food is delicious. I highly recommend it ;)
Me and a couple friends from Lima had a great time at the Stone Forest. We got supplies in town rented tents, sleeping bags, and bed mats. The tent was a little small or actually pretty cramped for two people at 6 feet tall. Very cool at night - 5 degrees Celsius so the sleeping bags we're not actually rated to this level so be sure and bring some extra blankets and warm gear. I suggest hats gloves at night time because it's really cold.
The views are absolutely incredible so gorgeous such a powerful and peaceful place. I would highly recommend anyone to go we packed all over gear in ourselves so you can either do that or you can rent a donkey or take the bus or car to the top. Daytime temperatures were very warm absolutely beautiful wonderful wonderful walk. I would highly suggest taking the longer route. Enjoy and if you're lost you sure to turn on your location through Google and you'll be able to find your way using GPS positioning.
Michael Korb — Google review
Very beautiful natural place, at an altitude of 4000 m,
with also well preserved chullpas (pre-Inca tombs, Recuay culture, VIIth c.) and dead city.
But:
- the inhabitants of San Pedro de Casta are a little damaged by mass tourism: not so welcoming.
- you have to pay a tax of 15 soles per person (50% inflation in 2 years...; 30 soles for foreigners), for ZERO SERVICE, except the maintenance of an earth track (and without a sign at the start: do not not pass under the Marcahuasi gantry in 4 * 4 but ; if we had to pay as much for each track in the country, no more people would be able to move) and uninteresting stone "facilities" that are hardly useful to anyone.
- hordes of limenios pitch their tent on weekends,
imposing on others their noise (music to their individual taste) until late
and leaving their garbage on site (too tiring to bring back what they have been able to bring for themselves)
- in the village: no public water, the small Museum is closed, and nobody had the key of the church on that day either.
Etienne Metenier — Google review
Fantastic views from this place but the trek is NOT easy if you plan to take all of your camping equipment but yourself (I'd strongly recommend taking a donkey).
One extremely important thing to note is that there are two paths once you walk half way up. (the 'short' and the 'long' path).
Do not be fooled by this, the short path is steeper and will get you to the entrance of Marcahuasi quicker but it is at least another 1km from the entrance to the camp site so you are MUCH better taking the easier, longer route as they both equate to the same distance to the campsite (overall).
Once you're at the top, it is absolutely breath taking but prepare for a lot of loud noise from dogs and donkeys at the top (morning and night).
Also, bring your own firewood as the firewood we bought from the vendors was pretty useless.
The Plaza de Armas (Arms Square) in Lima, Peru is a popular tourist destination for visitors to the capital city. The square is bordered by iconic palaces, including the Archbishop of Lima's Palace and the Government Palace. The square also features a fountain and a number of historical monuments.
Very clean, safe and very nice to visit. Keep in mind that sometimes they close it due to too many people and you still take pics, many different restaurants across the streets and around the Plaza. Indian markets located 1/3 block away as well. Very cost friendly.
Claudia C. — Google review
Beautiful plaza with great restaurants around it. Go there at late afternoon and stay till
Night time to see the square light up. Visit all the other things around like San Francisco cathedral and others.
Ashish Chaudhary — Google review
The Lima Main Square, known as the Plaza Mayor, is an absolute must-visit for anyone exploring the rich history and culture of Peru. This square is the heartbeat of Lima, surrounded by some of the most iconic and historically significant buildings in the city.
The architecture is breathtaking, with the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and Archbishop's Palace dominating the square. The vibrant energy here is infectious, whether it's the local vendors selling traditional Peruvian crafts, the captivating street performances, or the constant buzz of both locals and tourists.
This place isn't just a feast for the eyes; it's a journey through time. The stories held within these walls resonate with the heritage of Peru. Visiting this square is like stepping into a living museum, where every corner holds a piece of the city's past.
Additionally, the square's central location makes it an excellent starting point for exploring the rest of Lima. You can easily access other attractions, restaurants, and shops from here.
However, as it's a bustling tourist spot, it can get quite crowded during peak hours. Regardless, the vibrant atmosphere and the historical significance outweigh the crowds.
A visit to Lima isn't complete without immersing yourself in the beauty and history of the Lima Main Square. It's a definite highlight and an essential stop for any traveler.
Pro tip: Consider a guided tour to fully grasp the historical importance and stories behind the buildings and the square itself.
Elias Chelala — Google review
Lima itself isn't the most romantic or fantastic city, but the Plaza is a different story. A must see if you're in Lima.
Laurie — Google review
A very well kept Square with its beautiful historical buildings. Peru was occupied by Spanish for a good three hundreds years who built a lot of beautiful buildings in this desert area of Peru. Although the Spanish have gone a long time ago but Peruvian authorities have kept these buildings in tip top condition which draw a lot of locals as well as foreign tourists who bring in a lot of foreign exchange. 👍✌👌
M J — Google review
Stunning architecture. We were there on St. Peter and St. Paul's day on June 29. The street surrounding the square and the square itself was full of families having fun on this inpmrtant festival day.
Ann Baity — Google review
Worth visiting. Surrounded by beautiful buildings. A nice place to take pictures. Has different of restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Many of chifa restaurants options. Lots of vultures flying around. Police are stationed around. Roads within the square are close to traffic
leo lobarbio — Google review
Beautiful. Love the attention to detail of the architecture. Reminds me a little of Europe. The chapel at the square had so much in it. Hard to take it all in
Jack Nimble — Google review
Lovely large square with the impressive buildings to admire. It’s a shame that it’s still cordoned off with barriers so you can’t wander through the parks in the centre, instead being restricted to the perimeter, but fight to the front of the crowds and it’s still impressive. Plenty going on and to observe, with the services from the cathedral coming and going, and it’s a must visit for anyone’s first time in the city.
Steve Bintley — Google review
It's a pleasant square/plaza, with many colonial historic buildings around it, including the Lima Metropolitan Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace of Lima, the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace and the ubiquitous Lima sign. I was lucky enough to arrive when it was closed momentarily, for presidential business and saw it empty. There's also a nice fountain in the centre and seating all through it.
Hidden Findings — Google review
This is a beautiful square surrounded by beautiful buildings. However, it's surrounded by many other things as well. As of February 2024 police have mostly closed off the square to prevent additional demonstrations or unrest. For better or worse, that means it's essentially closed minus if you ask the police directly to allow you to take photos or cut through. You're not prohibited from entering, it's just not possible for everyone at once to enter.
Michael Barton — Google review
Seat yourself to an exquisite Peruvian high-class meal and top-notch service. Every meal comes with an abundance of amazing flavors and large fullfilling portions here at the Quechua Grill. Salud!
Lori AV — Google review
Well, it's a beautiful square but I guess in the wrong place. I didn't feel like in Peru at all. I felt like in Spain. Of course, it is part of history but I just disagree with the colonization ideas around the whole world. So the square is nice with that Spanish architecture but it just looks to me like a strawberry on the top of a beef steak. Both are delicious but not tasty together.
Thank you 💙
Ales Tvrdy — Google review
This was definitely a highlight. The square has closed down the streets to walk through like a shopping centre. I would definitely recommend going at night time to see it lit up. It felt very safe as well as they have national and local police everywhere. There is also local guides that speak English to help you out if you need to get somewhere!
Steph — Google review
This is a must visit area when you get to Lima Peru. The colonial architecture is unique in its gender. There are also colossal churches that have decor back to colonial period.
Giselle Alvarado — Google review
Had a wonderful experience here with our tour guide. It is an active spot with lots of tourists. Our guide explained the purposes of the buildings around the square, and we had interesting discussions with local Peruvians.
Max Dondo — Google review
This is a beautiful square surrounded by government buildings. Lots of food and drink choices nearby, especially at lunchtime. We were fortunate to catch a band performance outside the government building. What a wonderful performance and great chance to see Peruvian culture.
Andrea Mattern — Google review
The Lima main square is located in the historic center of Lima . This place called plaza de armas is the birthplace of the city of Lima, a UNESCO world heritage site. A lot of beautiful architecture and historical buildings. You could really see the Spanish colonial influence in the area.
Manny Alonzo — Google review
Very lively. Saw the guards doing their closing ceremony at 6pm. Church bells and music are awesome. Lot of street vendors and buildings near by. The famous photo spot for LIMA let cut out is also here. There is an explanation of plaza and buildings. Must visit in Lima and expect to spend a couple hours. We skipped the city tour and just hung out by ourself
Nandu Ramani — Google review
The one place that every tourist and local Peruvians visit. It's huge, spacey, but subject to random closures (anyone knows where to look up when and why the square is scheduled to close?) The buildings surrounding the square is beautifully architected and historical. The main square is neighbour to a lot of museums and churches that everyone ought to visit at least once in their lifetime. The square itself is free to visit, but the museums near by all are paid for entry.
Expect some to sell tourist packages or shoe cleaning services.
Tim Chu — Google review
A UNESCO World Heritage Site located in heart of the Historic Centre of Lima, founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535. The Main Square of Lima is one of the key touristic destinations in the city. In the square are important buildings such as the Lima Cathedral and the Government Palace of Peru
CK Cheong — Google review
Beautifully designed buildings. Interesting place to visit. Lots of shopping and food like everywhere in Peru. Should try the wraps a little whole in the wall food place that starts with an S. I believe it’s Indian
Brittany McGuire — Google review
Excellent architectural design and buildings all around the square, plenty of shops, restaurants and museums close by. Definitely recommend having a local tour guide providing you with any information.
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This museum is home to a large and varied collection of pre-Columbian artifacts, including ceramic erotica. It is situated in an 18th-century viceroys mansion, and the collection has been largely thanks to the donation of Rafael Larco Herrera and the guidance and foundation of his father Rafael Larco Hoyle. The museum offers visitors a fascinating insight into the cultures that created these beautiful objects, which date back over 5000 years.
The Larco Museum was great. It's not a big muse but it's very well curated with a lot of information to go through. It takes approx 3 hours for a detailed view of the museum (reading everything).
There is also a special room with special pieces that's a bit separated from the main area that you should not miss but not sure if smaller children are supposed to go there.
There is also a small cafe inside with good drinks but food is just ok.
Raquel Araujo — Google review
I have two teenage boys who are much more into outdoor adventure than visiting museums. However, we felt like we should visit at least one museum during our trip to Peru and picked the Larco Museum. It was a great choice and we all really enjoyed it. The collection is very impressive and displayed in an easy to appreciate manner. Signs are provided in 6 languages including English for each display. In addition to the collections, the grounds themselves are quite nice. We spent about 2 hours there in total. We took Uber from our hotel both directions, which was very easy. There were a decent number of people there, but it was not crowded at all.
Thor Young — Google review
Fantastic museum on Peruvian history with a vast collection of artifacts collected and on display in the museum.
The museum is well designed and easy to visit in a few hours. On display are the many bowls with double spouts, arrowheads, cloth and clothing, jewelry and so much more.
The grounds are beautiful with potted plants and flowers covering every walkway.
Our group also had the opportunity to enjoy dinner at the restaurant which I have to say was fantastic. For my meal I had a salad to start with bread and butter, my main entree was pasta with a tomato sauce and fresh fruit for dessert.
Service is excellent and the atmosphere is beautiful.
Great afternoon and evening at the Larco Museum.
Jamie Wojciechowski — Google review
This place is stunning: a huge garden full of flowers takes us to the villa, set up as a museum. The collection is rich of Inca pottery, clothing and accessories. I’ve learnt a lot about the Inca culture and stunned by the beauty of this place.
Nico A — Google review
Amazing museum! It should be in the top of your list when visiting Lima and you should definitely hire a tour guide given that every bit of information is fascinating! Our tour guide Andrea was so knowledgeable and very friendly.
We then went to the restaurant in the museum and the food was amazing!
They were able to cater to me given my dietary restrictions (vegan).
Melissa, our server was the highlight of the night! She was so nice and professional. She really made the experience that much better.
In summary:
- Don't leave Lima without getting a guided tour of the museum
- The staff is fantastic
- Would be a romantic thing to do with a partners
- Cater to dietary restrictions, including veganism
Neda I. — Google review
Great to visit with a guide. The museum has over 45,000 pieces of art. In 1hr, we saw the highlights and had a nice tour with local guide Sandra. One member of our OAT tour group opted to stay and spend more time. I've included photos of beautiful restaurant/bar which is on museum grounds. The gardens surrounding this former home are spectacular and well maintained. LANTANA cascades over the walls. Worth a visit...it has English Descriptions too.
Reesibits (Reesibits) — Google review
What an interesting historical museum. The artifacts are exceptional well preserved with multiple languages of explanations.
To go through the entire museum can take up to 2 hours if you read each and every fact. There is even a short video presentation that you can watch.
Even the gift shop was a highlight as you can take home a replica of such amazing art and jewelry.
Jerry Ratigan — Google review
Worth visiting. Impressive collection. Very informative. The main entrance is facing Parque Larco. A souvenir shop is located at the main gate. There is a steep climb that would lead you to the ticket counter and reception. There is a restaurant within the museum located at the other lower side of the museum. Consist of 3 galleries- the permanent exhibit with detailed pre columbian displays, the visible storage, and the erotic gallery. The erotic gallery is a bit separated from the two, and is located beside the restaurant below. The food at the restaurant was very good but a bit expensive. Has a beautiful garden and landscaping. You might heard some insect sound and birds chirping but is just recorded for the ambiance. One of the most impressive and memorable museum I visited.
leo lobarbio — Google review
The museum has a very impressive collection of pottery and artifacts. Our tour guide Danny did a great job of making sure we all had a great experience. The restaurant is a very lovely place to have lunch. It is peaceful and very beautiful.
Mary-Grace Witham — Google review
It is considered one of the main museums in Lima. There are 5 thousand years of development of Peruvian history portrayed through the most diverse types of archaeological objects. Its display in chronological order makes it easier to understand many aspects of pre-Inca and Inca cultures. For real, it's a very interesting museum!
Caio Giomo — Google review
Great experience! Definitely get a tour guide! If you're into history at all, you will be amazed with what you learn. The staff is friendly and willing to accommodate you in English and in Spanish. Plan on being there for at least an hour, maybe more. Take pictures to your heart's content, just don't wear a hat indoors. The restaurant looks great, we tried the bar 🍸, excellent. The crowd was well dressed, but we were dressed casually. It did not seem to bother anyone. It was a sunny day, so most takes were eating in the garden.
Jose “Tony” Gonzalez — Google review
Amazing place to spend a great time learning about the Inca culture and relaxing time at the restaurant/cafe. Special attention to Israel, the waiter who not only does his job amazingly but his carisma and friendliness made us to feel welcome and relaxed. Thank Israel and the all the best for your future endeavors.
Cesar Franzoni — Google review
A very comprehensive showcase of all the cultures that come before Spanish invasion. Not all of the descriptions has English translations but it should not be a problem for none Spanish speakers to understand most of the background. The most interesting of course is the erotic section of the wing. Fascinating stuff. 😉
George Liu — Google review
Especially if you are new to the history of Peru, you'll be able to spend some hours here.
Interesting collection with descriptions in multiple languages. The descriptions are mostly generic about the periods, cultures and the type of things that are depicted, but not too much details on individual items.
There's a large storage which you can also visit.
Overall a good experience and friendly service.
Dennis Lodder — Google review
Outstanding museum, highly recommended. See scheduled guided walks...highly recommend the guides; knowledge and courtesy. Orfalina was my guide...she was AWESOME. There is a restaurant inside ...pricey and needs a reservation, it was full when I was there. There are options nearby..a block or so. Visit erotic gallery....nice but expensive gift shop. Excellent service...they pack delicate gifts in bubble wrap.
Juan Carlos — Google review
For every historical piece that makes into the permanent exhibition, there are hundreds similar items sitting on the shelf in the back room collecting dust.
Human memory hard drive has very limited space. Most are buried, forgotten, or never discovered.
Millenniums of history from thousands BC to Colonial times are shown in these rather crowded rooms, inspiring us to imagine life in the long gone past on this ancient land.
Interesting to see human sacrifices depictions, and DON’T miss the EROTIC museum after you finish the main exhibition.
The flowers in the courtyards are beautiful- must be very old plants.
It’s a private museum and the size is very modest - but still very fun to see.
Nina x — Google review
A very interesting museum. We spent about 2 hours here but could have spent more of our tour guide wasnt rushing us. Almost all items have descriptions in at least 4 languages, Spanish, English, French and German. A guide is not needed but it's helpful and faster than reading all the descriptions and figuring it out piece by piece. The restaurant had great food!
Flint Rockwood — Google review
This museum is amazing. Very educational, informative and entertaining. The attached cafe also serves very good, tasty food.
The Incan culture(s) should be preserved and commemorated, and they're doing a great job here.
Nicholas Ho — Google review
Very informative museum that has tons of displays of Peruvian culture and its vast history.
There is an additional erotic museum on the level below and a restaurant that opens mid day.
If you take your time, all exhibits should take you about an hour.
Great experience for anyone looking to explore different parts of the city and learn a lot about Peru!
Armando I — Google review
Absolutely stunning place!! The objects as well as the place itself are very very beautiful and interesting. We only had two hours and we’re sad to leave. I would recommend to have at least 3 hours, starting with a one hour tour. Would love to come back!
Maddyyy — Google review
This museum is beautiful. Covers many pre-Colombian civilizations and the displays are translated well into English. It does not take a large amount of time to go through the gallery, but there is a lot to see and enjoy. There is an erotic section which is separated from the main gallery. They offer a student discount.
Brennan — Google review
This Museum comes highly recommended! They have a beautiful and vast collection of pre-columbian art and artifacts in one of Limas oldest Haciendas. I highly recommend doing a guided tour, as you learn even more in a very fun way (shout out to Fabio).
The Garden is also very beautiful and invites you to enjoy it. And last but not least there is the restaurant, which has amazing food and staff. So go there if you get the chance!
Elisa Bilko — Google review
This is one of the most complete museums of art work from the pre-Inca days of Peru. I went with a friend that had deep knowledge of this museum and the history of the finds for this collection.
There is case after case after case of artifacts of all kinds, even some in built of gold. We spent two-hours here, and there was not enough time to explore all of it.
The restaurant attached to the museum is awesome as well. Great food, and great selection of mixed drinks and wine. The museum and restaurant would make a great date night!
David Partridge — Google review
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The picturesque neighborhood park known for its fountains and evening laser light shows is a must-see for anyone visiting Lima. The fountain show is so indulgent it's hard to resist getting lost in its over the top extravagance. There are twelve different fountains with capped ends adorned by a 120m long laser light show set to a medley of tunes. It has to be seen to be believed!
Wow where to begin....
This was such a neat experience! I absolutely loved this park. I seen pictures of the inside, but trust me when I say it doesn't do it any justice! Just the expanse of different fountains and how huge the park is was just mind boggling.
My one advice would be to take a change of clothes and shoes with you (especially if you have small children) there is a play area for them that they can run around and get wet in with a parent nearby. I wanted to have my daughter do it, but we had only tennis shoes for her. Oh well, next time 🤗 it's a perfect excuse to go back right?
Also I know at night they all light up. We seen parts of the big long fountain change colors once it got a bit more into the evening and it was so pretty. If we ever go at night I will have to post those pics for you all. Till then... enjoy these and know this is definitely worth a visit!
Apocalyptian Yammy Twerp — Google review
Beautiful place, entrance costs 4 Sol (1€). There’s lots of festival foods being sold here, popcorn, cotton candy, sweets etc. quite a lively place and the water show at 19:15 was nice too.
Diego S. — Google review
I visited this place many times in the afternoon and nights but it was my first time in the morning. This wonderful park is available for you every day since 6 to 10am.Dont pay for the entrance. You will get a great experience if you like to do footing, running, jogging or just enjoying with your self. I loved it.
Jacqueline Vilela — Google review
For s/8 per person (approximately $2 US) this place is a great "must see" water fountain park that's best viewed after dark because of the light effects.
Great for small children and families. Bring your swim suit and a towel and change of clothes if you decide to enjoy the fountains you can walk through.
They close at 10pm, but we realized it's only takes about an hour to 90 minutes to walk through and appreciate each of the sites. Glad we decided to add this place to our list of places to see.
Bret Bowman — Google review
Absolutely amazing! Cannot recommend it highly enough. There is a lot to do and see in the park and there is a 15-minute show in the evening (check the times before going). It was very crowded when we went, but otherwise really impressive. A must-do in Lima.
Anne LS — Google review
I was a wonderful water show. I was told it changes, so its more of a one of a kind experience for every visit. The statues are beautiful and there is a little cotton candy station that makes characters for 15-20 soles.
Allison Smith — Google review
When I first entered, I was underwhelmed. But after walking around for a while and seeing the different fountains, I realised that there was actually more there than I first anticipated.
The main fountains varied their patterns over time, keeping interest alive. They varied from strong jets of water to spray effects and the lighting added further interest.
The main Magic Fountain has incredibly powerful jets that shoot water up very high at times and the patterns vary over time well. There is also a fun tunnel made from water that people can walk through, but watch out for idiots that like to disrupt the water jets by putting their hands on the way in order to try to wet other visitors.
But the main attraction is the 120 metre Fantasy Fountain, which has a display every 45 minutes or so. During this time, the fountains create a spray onto which projectors display an interesting film about the history of the country. This is mixed with music, lighting and other water jets to very good effect.
It only cost 4 Soles to enter and they accept credit cards also. As you might expect, there are also food and drink vendors and toilets inside. There is also a fountain that people can go inside and play in (and get soaking wet).
Hidden Findings — Google review
It's a bit too crowded sometimes. But this place is one of a few unique and interesting things in Lima for anyone. I know a lot of tourists skip Lima and go straight to Cusco.
This is one of the special things Lima has to offer, and something I haven't seen anywhere else.
The big light show is very impressive.
Ice White — Google review
Loved it! Really cool experience and definitely worth checking it out! The fountain show was unlike anything I'd seen before. You can see the show times on the website. We arrived just as one show was starting, then walked around the park to see the other fountains. By the time we had walked around most of the park, the next show was starting so we stayed and watched it again. Seems like it was a fun place for kids too with a small train that goes around the park and an inflatable slide.
Nadine Rao — Google review
Well kept park. Plenty space to walk and seat while enjoying the fountains. They have their own parking area as public transportation is easy to get. The areas are clean as wells as the bathrooms. Good for families, the kids will enjoyed too.
Ed — Google review
The show was good and there's are lots of fountains around for some great pictures. Very cute date spot. The cost is cheap
Ian Voaden — Google review
Very cool children park with fountains for all ages. Note when shows are playing! Buying tickets could be 10-15 min before those.
Evgeniy Klebanov — Google review
Excellent park to spend some quality hours with family. Recomendable for kids to play with water fountains.
Ice skating facility is overrated and lack of knee and elbow protection. Not reccomended.
The show of lights is interesting and varies from time to time.
Outside the park, there are several street restaurants... A BIT more expensive than normal street food places but not extremely high. Reccomended!
The Huaca Pucllana Museum is dedicated to the culture and history of the Lima region. It contains artifacts from the early civilization of Peru, as well as exhibits about the pyramid itself and its role in ancient Peruvian culture.
Book in advance, they are working with time slots including a guide.
Our guide was amazing making the experience very enjoyable and educational.
An impressive monument of the Lima civilization, book it early enough and enjoy this trip back in time.
Ilias Fotopoulos — Google review
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours with a tour guide who will explain the history of the site and the people who inhabited in it to the group. Our guide was very attentive and answered any and all questions we threw her way. I certainly recommend this tour for anyone staying a couple of days in Lima.
Entrance is inexpensive (less than $20 soles from what I remember, and kids & elderly have steep discounts). You must make reservations in the website and pay via cash or card at the site.
Take comfortable and closed-toe shoes and a mask.
*yes, there are Llamas and Alpacas but you cannot touch them *
Carla Cordoves — Google review
We were able to visit it a weekday without a reservation. Our time slot given for the toured entry was within half 20 min of our arrival so we were able grab a coffee nearby beforehand. Went with a the little ones who really enjoyed the mummy burial pots, llamas, and the view from the top.
Tony R — Google review
The ruins are very impressive, and the tour was fascinating. I learned a lot about the different peoples who contributed to building the temple and how it was constructed. Our tour guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend a visit to Huaca Pucllana and taking the tour.
Antigone Means — Google review
Reservations required but easy to get. Same day possible. Walking tour. Expect to walk quite a bit on dirt, uneven surfaces, and up steep grades but easy to do. Well worth it for the view. Not ADA though. Very friendly tour guide. They have live alpaca and Llama in the flora and fauna section. Very educational tour. Took approximately 30 minutes. We walked from Larcomar and it took us around 40 minutes walking at a good pace. Taxis available outside. Busy restaurant on the property as well. Restrooms available. A few souvenirs available as well.
Jenny Beelke — Google review
Couldn't register on-line, and as soon as I sent them an email, they replied. We were booked for an English tour the following day. The tour lasts an hour which is a perfect time frame to keep any kid entertained. The guide spoke perfect English and the tour was quite fascinating. Absolutely worth it!
Carmen LG — Google review
Very interesting Tour. You habe to book beforehand, although we were lucky to get a Spot the Same day. Tour was about an 1 hour and in Englisch. Prices were absolutely fair.
Marie Loeffler — Google review
This historic site is right in the middle of the city. It's fascinating to understand the history of the structure. There's a guided tour in English for 15 soles per person.
Choon T — Google review
Really amazing site in the middle of the city. We went in the summer and it was blazing hot with little to no shade. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and spoke great English. They do Spanish tours and English tours. I think they switch off every half hour.
Brennan — Google review
It is a pre-inca pyramid, seems very nice to do the tour, but you should book in advance! Since I had not booked the tour and there was no more space for that day, the lady was very kind and allowed me to go inside part of the area to have a better view!
Ana Trucolo — Google review
Underrated gem. They want you to make a reservation the day before and join a guided tour group. You can usually join an existing group. The guides are nice, but the pace of info was on the slower side. The small museum with relics inside is astronomical. It's a must see if you're in Lima.
Isaac Hunsaker — Google review
Only 1 English tour per day and you can only enter with a tour guide, must make a reservation in advance. Wish we had known! It looks super cool from the outside. Ended up reading about it online and getting a feel for it beyond the gates.
Julia G — Google review
Excellent tour; you learn a lot about the pyramid and the area around it. There is a lot of fascinating history in Lima that you shouldn't miss. Because there are just a few English-language tours offered each day, you should purchase your tickets in advance. Entry costs between $4 and $5 USD and lasts for roughly an hour and a half.
Tripple Hope Watemu — Google review
I recently had the incredible opportunity to visit the Huaca Pucllana Site Museum in Lima, and I must say it was an absolutely fascinating and enriching experience that left me in awe. This hidden gem in the heart of Lima offers a window into the rich history and culture of ancient Peru, and I can't recommend it enough to anyone visiting this vibrant city.
From the moment I stepped onto the grounds of Huaca Pucllana, I was transported back in time to the era of the Lima culture that thrived here over a thousand years ago. The meticulously preserved archaeological site is a testament to the remarkable architectural and engineering skills of its ancient inhabitants. The massive adobe pyramid, the centerpiece of the site, stands proudly against the backdrop of the modern city, creating a striking contrast that serves as a reminder of Lima's deep historical roots.
The guided tour I took was informative and engaging, with knowledgeable guides who shared captivating stories about the site's history, rituals, and the daily life of the people who once called it home. I was particularly impressed by the museum's dedication to preserving the site's authenticity while providing a comprehensive educational experience for visitors.
One of the highlights of my visit was the opportunity to explore the site up close, including walking on top of the pyramid, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Lima. The sunset tour I chose provided a magical atmosphere, and I can't emphasize enough how spectacular it was to witness the city's lights come to life as the day transitioned into night.
The on-site restaurant, with its exquisite Peruvian cuisine, was the perfect way to conclude my visit. I savored traditional dishes that were not only delicious but also a homage to the region's culinary heritage.
It's worth noting that the site can be quite dusty, which may not be ideal for keeping one's shoes perfectly clean. However, this minor inconvenience pales in comparison to the rich historical and cultural treasures you'll uncover during your visit. It's advisable to wear comfortable and perhaps older footwear to fully enjoy the experience without worrying about dust.
In conclusion, the Huaca Pucllana Site Museum is a must-visit destination in Lima. It's a place where history, culture, and gastronomy converge to create an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a food lover, or simply looking to explore the hidden treasures of Lima, Huaca Pucllana will leave you with cherished memories and a deeper appreciation for Peru's rich heritage. Don't miss the opportunity to step back in time and witness the magic of this extraordinary site.
Tyson Goldsworthy — Google review
Very interesting archeological find right here in Miraflores.
The tour guides are very knowledgeable and timely. The tour runs just less than an hour.
If it is not cloudy, I suggest bringing an umbrella.
Also, tip your tour guide. 🤙🏽
Mike Picano — Google review
Great tour if you're short on time or don't want to dedicate a lot of time to a tour group. Spanish and English tours available. The history behind this site is fascinating.
Kirsta Bowman — Google review
Interesting ruins of the pre-Inca civilization. The attraction is a good choice for the first day in Peru, as the guide gives really good recommendation as to the fruit and flavors of Lima. The guide spoke in an interesting manner. The entrance is very reasonably priced and there are tours (free of charge!) in English.
Estera Sikorska — Google review
Awesome tour guides, they offer it in Spanish and English. They give out discounts to students, professors, and seniors. Bring your own water bottle. If you are hungry before or after there are great restaurants outside the ruins. HAVE FUN
M Hernandez — Google review
The instructor was very informative and funny and he answered every question the group members has asked. The site is in process. The instructor was saying that it needs 20 more years to finish processing the site. It is a small area, we covered the whole place in about 30 min.
Pissy E — Google review
I am staying in the Miraflores District of Lima, and Huaca Pucllana is only a thirty-minute walk from my hotel. I make the short hike to the site and pay the entrance fee to get in and take the tour.
All visitors must be on a guided tour, and they have the tours scheduled every two hours or so. By the time the tour started, there were twenty-five of us and a bilingual guide (Spanish and English).
We start the tour with the guide telling us about the early history of the site, what the area was known for, and several other interesting facts. The guide also tells us the history of the excavation of the site and all the different types of artifacts that are found here. We make our way through courtyards, hallways, and rooms all made with the similar adobe bricks.
The main pyramid is as high as a seven-story building but mostly ramps, not stairs for the inclines and declines. It is amazing how expansive this site is, and just as amazing is seeing the large city of Lima in every direction from the top! Towards the end of the tour, we walk by a working garden and livestock that were raised in the Pre-Inca days. The tour lasted ninety minutes, and it is fully packed with information of how the peoples lived and survived in that time period.
This is a must-see for anyone with an interest of the Pre-Inca life and history in what is Lima, Peru today.
David Partridge — Google review
Nice historical site located within Lima. You can get a tour with an English speaking guide. Well worth a visit for a couple hours to learn some history of Peru. There are also some good restaurants nearby, including an upscale place with a view of these ruins, and a place with a nice selection of ice cream next door.
balooko31 — Google review
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s/n, Ca. Gral. Borgoño cuadra 8, Miraflores 15074, Peru
Miraflores is a highly popular tourist destination located in the upscale suburb of Lima. It offers a range of amenities including food markets, clothing stores, bars and stunning views of the beach. The Larcomar complex has more sophisticated dining and entertainment options, such as cinema and bowling alley. One should not miss the sunset from this spot. The Lot Boutique Hotel is an excellent mid-range option for travelers with classy rooms and ample outdoor space to relax in.
Barranco is a district in Lima, Peru that has gained recognition as the most romantic and bohemian area of the city. The locality is a haven for artists, musicians, designers, and photographers who have made it their home and workplace. It presents an excellent getaway from Miraflores' sanitized environment while providing graffiti-laden streets lined with colorful houses and bougainvillea. Tourists can enjoy hole-in-the-wall eateries alongside locals who go about their daily routines.
Pachacamac, located in the Pachacámac District of Lima Province, Peru, is home to the impressive archaeological site of the same name. This ancient citadel dates back to at least 100 AD and showcases remnants of various civilizations including the Lima, Wari, Ichma, and Inca. The site features adobe walls, palaces, temples and offers a modern on-site museum for visitors to explore.
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(Translated by Google) Beautiful place to admire the marine fauna, we managed to see wolves, penguins, birds and even a beautiful dolphin
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Hermoso lugar para admirar la fauna marina, logramos ver lobos, pinguinos, aves y hasta un delfín hermoso
Eliana Arroyo — Google review
Beautiful, only downside No enough sea lions and zero penguins 🐧
Rayan Alzamil — Google review
A good tour and activity. We had to weirdly wait 40 mins for one person for our boat to complete its occupancy. When departed, it took 20 something minutes to reach the islands. Take a coat please, the breeze is extremely cold. On the islands itself, if you have never seen penguins and sea lions, it is a great experience. Interesting story around the bird poo as well.
Nuno L. — Google review
(Translated by Google) Nice experience. The stretch to get there is good.
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Bonita experiencia. El tramo para llegar buenazo.
Wrayan Espinoza — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent walk you can see sea lions, seals, even penguins and many birds
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Excelente paseo se puede ver lobos marinos, focas hasta pingüinos y muchos aves
David Guan — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very nice place, variety of animals from the region, the trip lasts approximately 2 hours, you have to get to the port of Paracas to take the speedboat to go to the islands, you can see dolphins, penguins, birds
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Lugar muy bonito, variedad de animales de la región, el viaje dura 2 horas aproximadamente, hay que llegar al puerto de paracas para tomar la lancha rápida para ir a las islas, se pueden apreciar delfines, pinguinos, aves
Diana P — Google review
Fantastic experience! Took a boat and circled the island. Many birds and sea lions and I think I saw one penguin.
Silvia X — Google review
Be ready to experience a day trip to the desert oasis Huacachina and Paracas natural reserve! 🐧🦭🐦💛
Lima Gourmet — Google review
(Translated by Google) Incredible! I was coming back from Huacachina and stopped by Paracas just to dip my feet in the Pacific, but a boat was leaving in 10 minutes and I ended up going. The best thing I did!!! It's a beautiful walk, even dolphins showed up to say "hi".
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Incrível! Eu estava voltando de Huacachina e passei em Paracas apenas para molhar os pés no pacífico, mas um barco ia sair em 10 minutos e acabei indo. A melhor coisa que fiz!!! É um passeio lindo, até golfinhos apareceram para dar um "oi".
Thallita Bezerra — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a beautiful experience to go out to sea and see the islands with hundreds of animals, sea lions, jellyfish, crabs, I also got to see dolphins, the trip is very beautiful, 100% recommended, how beautiful our country is
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Es una hermosa experiencia ir mar adentro y evrr las islas con cientos de animales, lobos marinos, medusas, cangrejos, también llegué a ver delfines, el viaje es muy bonito, recomendado 100% que hermoso es nuestro país
Kevin Mauricio Velasquez — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can see sea lions and Humboldt penguins, it is a must-visit place for everyone who is in Lima or its surroundings.
It is better to arrive early (approximately 8 am), because during the day there are long lines of tourists who want to go by boat to the islands.
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Se ven lobos marinos y pingüinos de Humboldt, es un lugar obligado para visitar para todos los que estén en lima o sus alrededores
Es mejor llegar temprano (8 am aprox), porque en el transcurso del día se van haciendo grandes filas de turistas que desean ir en lancha hasta las islas
john carvajal — Google review
(Translated by Google) Wonderful experience
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Experiencia maravillosa
Michael Azuaje — Google review
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(Translated by Google) Beautiful place to admire the marine fauna, we managed to see wolves, penguins, birds and even a beautiful dolphin
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Hermoso lugar para admirar la fauna marina, logramos ver lobos, pinguinos, aves y hasta un delfín hermoso
Eliana Arroyo — Google review
Beautiful, only downside No enough sea lions and zero penguins 🐧
Rayan Alzamil — Google review
A good tour and activity. We had to weirdly wait 40 mins for one person for our boat to complete its occupancy. When departed, it took 20 something minutes to reach the islands. Take a coat please, the breeze is extremely cold. On the islands itself, if you have never seen penguins and sea lions, it is a great experience. Interesting story around the bird poo as well.
Nuno L. — Google review
(Translated by Google) Nice experience. The stretch to get there is good.
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Bonita experiencia. El tramo para llegar buenazo.
Wrayan Espinoza — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent walk you can see sea lions, seals, even penguins and many birds
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Excelente paseo se puede ver lobos marinos, focas hasta pingüinos y muchos aves
David Guan — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very nice place, variety of animals from the region, the trip lasts approximately 2 hours, you have to get to the port of Paracas to take the speedboat to go to the islands, you can see dolphins, penguins, birds
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Lugar muy bonito, variedad de animales de la región, el viaje dura 2 horas aproximadamente, hay que llegar al puerto de paracas para tomar la lancha rápida para ir a las islas, se pueden apreciar delfines, pinguinos, aves
Diana P — Google review
Fantastic experience! Took a boat and circled the island. Many birds and sea lions and I think I saw one penguin.
Silvia X — Google review
Be ready to experience a day trip to the desert oasis Huacachina and Paracas natural reserve! 🐧🦭🐦💛
Lima Gourmet — Google review
(Translated by Google) Incredible! I was coming back from Huacachina and stopped by Paracas just to dip my feet in the Pacific, but a boat was leaving in 10 minutes and I ended up going. The best thing I did!!! It's a beautiful walk, even dolphins showed up to say "hi".
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Incrível! Eu estava voltando de Huacachina e passei em Paracas apenas para molhar os pés no pacífico, mas um barco ia sair em 10 minutos e acabei indo. A melhor coisa que fiz!!! É um passeio lindo, até golfinhos apareceram para dar um "oi".
Thallita Bezerra — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a beautiful experience to go out to sea and see the islands with hundreds of animals, sea lions, jellyfish, crabs, I also got to see dolphins, the trip is very beautiful, 100% recommended, how beautiful our country is
(Original)
Es una hermosa experiencia ir mar adentro y evrr las islas con cientos de animales, lobos marinos, medusas, cangrejos, también llegué a ver delfines, el viaje es muy bonito, recomendado 100% que hermoso es nuestro país
Kevin Mauricio Velasquez — Google review
(Translated by Google) You can see sea lions and Humboldt penguins, it is a must-visit place for everyone who is in Lima or its surroundings.
It is better to arrive early (approximately 8 am), because during the day there are long lines of tourists who want to go by boat to the islands.
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Se ven lobos marinos y pingüinos de Humboldt, es un lugar obligado para visitar para todos los que estén en lima o sus alrededores
Es mejor llegar temprano (8 am aprox), porque en el transcurso del día se van haciendo grandes filas de turistas que desean ir en lancha hasta las islas
john carvajal — Google review
(Translated by Google) Wonderful experience
(Original)
Experiencia maravillosa
Michael Azuaje — Google review
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I'll never travel to Arequipa without this trip planner again
National park where Pacific Ocean currents hit the desert of the South American mainland.
Very tiny beach! Bring your bikini, sun screen and towel - and sunbathe here! The waves are also strong, do it seems fun to run into them (seeing as how some did!). There's a little bit of shade, since there's a huge rock wall creating shade for those who don't enjoy direct sun exposure.
Someone is here selling umbrellas and chairs so you can sit comfortably. There's nothing to eat or drink here, so bring your own!
There are staircases that bring you down to the beach. Once you're at the bottom of the stairs, it will be quite rocky. Do note, you should watch for the waves because it could flood the entrance for a few seconds before the water recedes.
One cool thing here is the charcoal that can be found in the sand. Apparently folks used to mine charcoal is this desert!
Janet Kar — Google review
La mina is such beautiful beach!! The water is light blue and clean. The water is cold but so worth it! They have a snack shop upstairs and bathrooms. Would definitely recommend this beach to anyone who wants to be around natures beauty and a friendly crowd
Sabrina — Google review
Nice beach but quite crowded
Dennis — Google review
The reserve is beautiful. The process of purchasing tickets and boarding the boat for travel is confusing. Thankfully the tour guide was able to the information in both English and Spanish. Visitors should be prepared for about a 15 minute boat ride through open water which can be windy, wet and cold.
Joelle McIntosh — Google review
Best stop of the Peruvian coast. Perfect for high tech sailing (kite, boards and foils) due its wind pattern and flat sea. Amazing sea life.
They now have a variety of hotel hotel from 5 stars to backpackers.
Ricardo Lobato — Google review
Beautiful beach in the Paracas protected area. You can only arrive by car and the water is not warm but if you are lucky and there is sun it is beautiful.
David Rodriguez — Google review
It’s a like a bay from Mediterranean. Really good to swim but there’s no shower. It’s calm.
I IGK (Daydreamer) — Google review
It's one of the best places that you must visit in Peru. It has many beautiful views. You can go with friends or family, you will definitely have fun, you won't regret it!
Patty Sifuentes — Google review
Been here so many times it's just an amazing beach. Even better when there's no other people. You can make your tent and spend a nice weekend. There's also a parking lot and restrooms.
Samanta Yance — Google review
PARACAS NATIONAL RESERVE for Sea LIONS, PENGUINS, SEA BIRDS, Lot of water sport activity, desert safaries, near by vineyard visits, with busting activities. People are friendly, Good public tranport avaiable. Food is some what like semi mexican,with less spice.
I come here every year and I love it! They take you far into the dunes and the sand boarding is awesome. I would definitely recommend to anyone coming to Peru its is a MUST have on your list.
Mateo Galvis — Google review
What a surreal place to find a lake in the mist of a desert! This place is gorgeous and full of adventures. So much fun! It was exhilarating boarding down the sand dunes and blasting through the area hills in the atv. While in ATV, hand tight and buckle up because you will be bounced around!
Kari Chan — Google review
Amazing experience, will definitely go again!
Liz Amaya — Google review
Their number won’t work. They don’t reply to any of your emails. And won’t refund your money as well. Don’t even book this! Go with the other option which has more reviews.
R. Sindhu — Google review
Not worth it
Adam Fuchs — Google review
(Translated by Google) Unique experience! The driver I had was very rude, I thought the tubular was going to turn over. They had warned us but I didn't think it was a big deal, it made me lose my necklace. Despite all that, it is an excursion that I would do again. Beautiful sunset and fun with soundboarding
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Experiencia única! El chofer que me tocó fue muy bruto, pensé que se iba a dar vuelta el tubular. Nos habían avisado pero no pensé que era para tanto, me hizo perder mi collar. A pesar de todo eso es una excursión que volvería a hacer. Hermosa puesta al sol y diversión con el soandboarding
r0mIN4 Salas — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good experience
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muy buena experiencia
Huacachina is a small village located in southwestern Peru, near the city of Ica. It is situated in a desert oasis and is known for its therapeutic lagoon surrounded by palm trees. The village's shores are lined with bars and clubs, while its surroundings feature high sand dunes that can be explored on dune buggies or through sandboarding. Huacachina also offers reasonable accommodations, shops and even an oasis library amidst lush foliage.
Viña Tacama is like a dream. We have been there 3 times, the third being for our wedding. This place is absolutely magical. The food is to die for, the wine delicious. We had their wine and food at our wedding and the guests loved it. They also have horses and do horse shows with dancers. The venue is perfect whether for a visit to the restaurant, a wine tour or for your special day :)
Sara Truax — Google review
Beautiful and large winery! Drive in was a little sketchy on a tiny dirt road, all of the sudden you get to a big gate for the winery complex. We took the 1 hour tour, would’ve loved to do the full tour but they said they don’t have any English speaking guide for that, which is unfortunate, they should’ve specified this on their website. The complex and tour was nice, however the tour guide wasn’t very passionate at all.
Maria R — Google review
I visited Tacama Winery with my parents and we had a very pleasant experience.
The wine tasting with their sommelier was excellent with a good variety of wines which were all very good. The sommelier was friendly and explained a lot about the different types of wines and the tasting process in general.
The stay in their restaurant was great aswell, with good food and good service.
Also the tour around the winery itself, the guide and another small tasting were very enjoyable experiences and I personally learned a lot about wine making, the assortments of grapes and the history of Tacama Winery.
Overall the personal is very well organised, the place is beautiful and the service is excellent. Of course their wines are just as good.
Thanks for the amazing time
Nick — Google review
I had the best red wine I’ve had in my life here- el gran tinto. The causas were literally *chefs kiss*. There are different types of tours, and the traditional takes you through the wine making process as well as 3 cups of wine and one of pisco.
Kat Flores — Google review
Amazing experience!
We celebrated the 30th birthday of one of us here during our stay in Perù. Not only the food was amazing, but the wine as well (both the White and Red wines were superb, comparable in taste and uniqueness to our Italians wines). We also received an unexpected present for the birthday!
We would like to thank especially Raphael who was super expert in explaining all the different wines and food and made us appreciate 100% the lunch.
We really would like to buy wines online to Italy from this winery.
Lorenzo Porta — Google review
Beautiful winery. The food was overly abundant and excellent. Ordering a bottle of wine with dinner came with custom explanation of aeration and decanting. The tour was insightful but wished the choice of wines for tasting ranged better across the dry to sweets.
Andrea McCoy — Google review
A very nice experience of some wine tasting and learning about the wine making. Our guide wasn't the most passionate and could have been more engaging. The wine wasn't to my liking, but each to their own!
Come here for a lovely day out and I hope you find a wine that takes your breathe away!
TheEagerDiner — Google review
Splendid place to visit in Ica, one of the very first winery in South America. Love the place, which I could share more photos. I was stunningly attached to the guide and histories 😂 without realizing that none of any photo has taken. Food was ok but love the place so 5 star is for “la hacienda” ❤️❤️❤️
The Nazca Desert is home to numerous geoglyphs, which are ancient and mysterious in origin. These massive lines were ingeniously carved by the Nazca people several centuries ago, forming various shapes such as animals, birds, pagan gods, and even an astronaut that can only be seen from high above in an aircraft. The Candelabra Geoglyph on Isla Ballestas is another similar attraction with a height of 150 meters and width of 50 meters.
Definitely seeing those figures from the plain was absolutely fantastic, great experience, you can feel peace being in land looking the firmament.
Build -Up — Google review
Flight worth any penny. Unforgettable air travel to admire the world-famous carvings of the unknown origin. Definitely great attraction.
Horatiu Baiasu — Google review
Awesome to see. From the tower you get a surprisingly good view of some of the lines. :)
Tom van Zanten — Google review
Absolutely worth to take a flight. You can see all the figures and lines very clear. If you are motion sick I suggest you take a tablet
Leon — Google review
Tolles Erlebnis am Boden sowas der Luft, ein muß wenn man in Peru ist. Viele Fragen sind ungeklärt.
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Great experience on the ground and in the air, a must when you are in Peru. Many questions remain unanswered.
Andre Flaccus — Google review
Definitely go in the plane. I was hesitant to go because pictures posted from the flights didn’t seem that great. But the actual view with my own eyes was crystal clear. I saw every drawing easily and clearly, and easily understood the co-pilots narration (English and Spanish). The two people behind me threw up, but the other 3 of us felt fine. Well worth $65.
Evan S — Google review
A set of biomorphic, phytomorphic and geometric geoglyphs designed and executed on the Nazca and Palpa desert, department of Ica, Peru, are known as the “Nazca lines”.
It is often believed that these lines can only be seen from the sky. For this reason, they have generated all kinds of questions and speculations. Were the Nazca lines dedicated to the gods? Was there possible technology at that time for the magnitude of this work? Were they runways for prototype aviation from the Nazca culture or, beyond, for extraterrestrial beings? Were they made by human hands?
The truth is that the beauty of the Nazca lines can be seen from the top of the surrounding hills, which radically changes the way of understanding them. In fact, this is how the Peruvian archaeologist Toribio Mejía Xesspe discovered them in the 20th century, specifically in 1927.
Interest in studying these geoglyphs did not spread until 1940, when Paúl Kosok and María Richie, two international researchers, published a series of aerial photographs taken by the National Aerographic Service.
These geoglyphs, that is, these inscriptions on large tracts of land, are enormous in size and can be easily observed from above, which has given rise to countless theories about the purpose of their creation.
Mariano de la Torre (Maito) — Google review
I literally cried being, here it was a place I dreamt going to for many years, wanted to see this world heritage site. Totally recommended, there are tornados all around it's just spectacular.
Guillermo Guzman My Traveling Journal — Google review
I took the airplane tour to see the nazca lines from Paracas/Pisco. Definitely is a great experience.
1. Went to the airport with my passport (they have a cool stamp that you can put in your passport of the nazca lines)
2.Bring a good cámara.
3.The plane we used was great as it has one seat configuration and big windows, that means everyone will see the lines.
4. From Pisco to the NAZCA lines is a 40 minute flight
5. When you arrive to the NAZCA lines the captain of the plane start explaining where are all the figures and he fly by them so you can see them.
IMPORTANT INFO: IF YOU HAVE MOTION SICKNESS OR YOU GET DIZZY VERY EASY I HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU TAKE DRAMAMINE AS YOU WILL GET DIZZY VERY EASY BECAUSE OF THE PLANE MOVES FROM SIDE TO SIDE.
You will have the opportunity to see around 12 to 15 figures.
6. Fly back to Pisco Airport will take another 40 minutes.
Making long story short, for me is one of the best experiences but nobody told me of the extreme plane maneuvers so I wasn't prepare to get sick because all the movement, I wish somebody would tell me that.
Adolfo Martinez — Google review
Will remember this experience fondly. Flying above and witnessing amazing human feats. The plane ride can get bumpy and those with motion sickness should be prepared. Its a spectacular experience and rich history surrounds these plains.
Irfan Kokabi — Google review
Am besten sieht man die Linien/Figuren natürlich aus der Luft, also aus einem Flugzeug, was allerdings ein kostspieliges Vergnügen ist. Dennoch ziemlich beeindruckend.
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Of course, the best way to see the lines/figures is from the air, i.e. from an airplane, which is, however, an expensive pleasure. Still pretty impressive.
Ado Lito — Google review
Once in life time. Small plane. Good experience. The way to Nasca had mango groves.
Sowmiya Din — Google review
Lines are ok but the Flight was very expensive and there is no guidance. It lasts too short for that price. The tower was better to watch.
Nida Fidanboy — Google review
We love the Nazca Lines, a series of ancient geoglyphs located in the Nazca Desert of southern Peru. Created by the Nazca people between 500 BCE and 500 CE, these massive designs cover an area of about 450 square kilometers (170 square miles). Despite many theories, the exact purpose of the Nazca Lines remains a mystery, and researchers continue to explore and debate their significance in the context of Nazca culture and ancient civilizations.
Lima Gourmet — Google review
Flight worth any penny. Unforgettable air travel to admire the world-famous carvings of the unknown origin. Unfortunately we couldn’t make the flight at the first day of our stay in Nazca due to windy conditions but didn’t lost any money as it was possible to use the same ticket next day. Definitely great attraction.
Artur Kaleta — Google review
It was good except I didn’t feel very well during the flight, if you get motion sickness this might not be the best option. The airport is very hot and you’re waiting for an hour plus.
Carlos was an amazing guide! It was organized through Nazca Trave One hostel. Apparently only 10% of the Pyramids have been uncovered. They have found: 1) human offerings, 2) parrot/monkey offerings, 3) audio system was developed so the leader can speak and everyone at the bottom can also listen, 4) one of the pyramids was 100% made by hand one level at a time, and sand hills were not usd.
Logistically, it's about a 30 min bumpy ride through the outskirts of Nazca. It's cool though, you get to view all the farmland (cactus fruit farms, avocado farms, lemon farms, asparagus farms). There's also an unguarded cemetary where you can walk up freely to view the remains of the buried (human hair, pottery, bones - I saw a hip bone!)
There's a bathroom onsite, but I do recommend you to bring your own toilette paper!
Janet Kar — Google review
Beautiful place in the desert. Interesting story. Long, hard drive but Worth it.
Truls Oscar Nilsen — Google review
Amazing history at this place. Very interesting how the time of flourishing and greatest prosperity was 100ad to 300ad and then destruction cataclysmically around 400ad. Fascinating correlation with the history and timeframes documented in the Book of Mormon. Very large pyramids partially restored. Long dirt road to get there
Ed H — Google review
We didn’t have much information about the side but our host recommended it. We drove with our own car and had a bit of a difficulty because google maps wanted to take us a road that was closed but with a bypass we made it. It’s easier to take the second entrance when you come from Nazcas. It’s a bit longer but the road is better. The side is really impressive and will give you and additional view about the Nazcas culture.
Aladar Kuun — Google review
Well worth the visit. I found it peaceful, calm, not too many people... almost a private feeling and peaceful. Very photogenic I found. Scenic. Well preserved. Gives more appreciation for Nazca.
Jayme Turney — Google review
One of the most stunning archeological sites I've been to.
Alexander Coomes — Google review
Went there on a private tour with an incredible man named Jeffrey, i found him near Mom’s Cafe in Nazca, he brings us to the pyramid for about 200 soles round trip plus he explained everything to us, i had a great time
Vincent Jacques — Google review
Great secluded place, note that you have to make 14 km off track each way. The off track is on the plateau where the Nazca glyphs can be found, but they are not readable from the ground.
Fausto Almeida — Google review
Great place and a must do in Nasca but you need a good guide who takes time and is not rushing. We've done the tour with Get2Peru and would definitely recommend it.
Саня Эпп — Google review
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Piramide Mayor, Unnamed Road,, La Yapana, Peru
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Acueductos de Cantalloc
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Archaeological museum
Sights & Landmarks
Ancient Ruins
The Acueductos de Cantalloc archaeological museum is a collection of dozens of spiral stone aqueducts built by the Nazca culture. These impressive structures still serve their original purpose today, and can be an excellent educational opportunity for visitors.
Absolute must see if you're in Nazca. Amazing structures still in use today. We certainly can learn a thing or two from the way they're done.
Nikondgo — Google review
Another astounding example of Peruvian ruins that cannot be credibly attributed to a people that lived in this desert nearly 2000 years ago.
Worth every minute it takes to get here as it is so astonishing, particularly as the water system continues to serve the area's townships still today.
Stunning...
John Atherton — Google review
Amazing set of spiral aqueducts that are fascinating and very attractive. Needs more on-site interpretation but just to be able to see these ancient features up close is a privilege and should be on everyone's itinerary in Nasca.
Tom Mutton — Google review
I thought these were pretty cool. Not much in the way of information about them.
Bry — Google review
Very interesting and there was a man working there who spoke English.
Chip W — Google review
Nice attraction. Took a taxi to get here but you need to hire them by the hour from Nasca. 25-30 soles per hour is fair but this is 2023 pricing. About two hours total is more than enough to include to, from, and walking around. I wouldn't say this is a handicapped accessible attraction for people with walkers or wheelchairs. It's a relatively small place that little kids should be able to walk just fine. You can get a guide but check Wikipedia and the Internet about this place it'll be sufficient unless you're a factophile and need more in-depth info. This is a very cool place and if you really like ruins and ancient cultures, it's a must see! They keep it very clean! I recommend seeing the Mirador de Vista Alegre after this. You can easily do the two in an afternoon with time left over. The same taxi can take you to it and leave you there. Plenty of taxis leaving Vista Alegre that you can catch when you come down... Plus it's free to see the mirador.
E. B. — Google review
The ancient Nazca Acueducts of Cantalloc are over 2,000 years old and are still functioning with running water. It was a treat to explore them and to walk down inside them. It is special when we get to walk, see, and touch ancient history and connect with it. The location is free to visit and are very impressive. Don't just go to Nazca to see the Nazca lines, see the acuductos, the museum, the pyramid, and the Inca building. The pottery place was wonderful too, as we got to hold original pottery and see how it is made.
Following the ramp down feels like entering the Nazca era, going back it time.
It is a family friendly and safe place to visit.
To learn more about the history, culture, and construction of the Auceductos de Cantalloc, wikipedia is a great in-deaph place to learn. It is fun to see how the Nazca culture has similarities with modern cultures of you look deep enough, even though at first it seems completely unrelated.
Learning about the geography gives us insights about their ways of life and beliefs
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Sam — Google review
Fascinating. Unexpected.
Elizabeth Dickens — Google review
Not much info, except a boards at the entrance gate. We went without a guide and it was still fascinating to see the spiral stone-packed ducts for access to the underground channels. Amazing feat of construction by the Nasca civilization, The aqueducts ensured the supply of water to the city of Nazca and the surrounding fields, allowing the cultivation of cotton, beans, potatoes, and other crops in an arid region.
Vincent Oliver — Google review
Very interesting. Fascinating history, 1500 years old and still functioning. Amazing how they found the groundwater and engineering the slope
Horatiu Baiasu — Google review
It's a small site and there wasn't really much information, but it was pretty and since we had a few hours to kill in Nazca we were very glad we visited. It's worth paying a cab to wait for you though - we couldn't find one and in the end we basically hitch hiked back
Evie Prichard — Google review
Fascinating history. 1500 years old and still functioning. Amazing how they found the groundwater and engineered the slope.
Ed H — Google review
Great experience to see this 👍
Bo Nus — Google review
Interesting to see a Nazca aqueduct. We went with a guide which was beneficial as he explained about the local geology and climate leading to minimal water in this desert region; the need for covered and uncovered sections to reduce evaporation and allow purificationand cleansing of the water; and why there are the circular, spiral stonework for access and oxygenation. You only need about 20 minutes at this site but a ripped can be combined with local miradores (viewpoints) of some Nazca lines and a Nazca temple archeological site.
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53FQ+99H, Acueductos de Cantalloc, Nasca 11400, Peru
Tours are offered of this ancient Nazca cemetery featuring mummified human remains & artifacts.
Remote desert area with around a dozen excavated, and sadly looted burial sites. Mummies are in various states of decay, but definitely worth checking out. There is even still some skin on one of them. Pots and bone fragments are in many of the graves.
However, due to local corruption, none of the entrance money is used to preserve the mummies, with only an adobe wall to protect from the wind and a skimpy shade overhead. If nothing is done soon, these treasures will be lost forever and sadly no one in government seems to care.
Phil McC — Google review
Not much explanations of why and how the mummies came to be but was a unique experience. Will not reccomend if need one needs to make a detour >30mins for this
Seth Chan — Google review
Very interested place, a shame that they dont take more (or any) care of it and let ancestors decaying with no protection from the sand. These mummies have been there since 2000 years and you can still see hair, clothes, skin… incredible.
Also to be noted that it is said on google that the site is closed, which is absolutely false and is the reason im writing a commentary as the place needs more visitors!
Marion L?v?que — Google review
Ohhh! Okay guys, first Peru in general is awesome! You need to go on the coast cause everything is amazing! But Chauchilla Cemetery is definetely one of the coolest thing I ever saw. It's hot! Bring water. Enjoy!
Karel — Google review
Great experience. Definitely rounds out the Nazca Lines experience with additional info and context. Definitely recommend a guide to talk you through the history...we had Marco and he was fantastic.
Colum Grove-White — Google review
Interesting reenactment of what the tombs could have looked like before being robbed.
But please, do something about the trash.... Each and every single tomb had pieces of plastic trash in it (cups, plastic bags, candies, .... ).
Jeremy — Google review
Pretty interesting place. We went there a few days ago and it is suppose to closed during the pandemic, but you can still get there, park your car, walk around and see the graves. It's an open space in the middle of nowhere, no one was there, we found some trash inside of a few graves.
Ivana Vysna — Google review
The cemetery is an amazing place. All of the people buried were facing east toward the rising sun. Worth the long drive.
Bruno Soltic (Archaeology Bruno) — Google review
Chauchilla cemetery. I personally never witnessed mummies before so this was an extremely unique encounter.
As you arrive in what can only be described as the middle of nowhere, hundreds of tombs are hidden below your feet and under the sand.
Gravediggers in the past ransacked these tombs and stole valuable items like jewellery that usually got buried with the deceased. Pottery and bones are scattered around and in the tombs. It's believed that the grave site contains pre-hispanic remains but we were also told that the Ica Chicha (pre incan civilization dating back 1000 years) are found here.
Some of the mummies are very well preserved. You can even see neck muscles on some of them. It's an eerie, morbid location where you stare death in it's face.
If you're lucky, you might spot burying owls in this location as well.
Travis Davids — Google review
Around 40 min driving from Nazca lies fhis old cemetary. It consists of multiple holes in the ground containing preserved sitting bodies, which is both amazing and lugubrious at the same time.
Surrounding the cemetary are mountains and rocky grounds, proving you with a great view. Such a shame that so much was damaged before it was protected. Highly recommend
Aladar Kuun — Google review
The twelve excavated graves give a good picture of the burial rites of the Icachincha culture. In the rectangular graves you can see mummies (some with meters long hair strands), skulls, bones and burial gifts. Very interesting and educational.
Koen — Google review
All the graves were robbed in the 80s. What remains today is a room where there is a mummy on display and a number of open graves where assorted bones and remains have been placed in no particular order.
If you are close by pop in but I wouldn't recommend making a special visit.
The Mirador Cruz del Cóndor is a picturesque observation deck that provides stunning views of mountains, canyons and flying Andean condors. This popular viewpoint is the highlight of Canon del Colca for many visitors as they can witness the mesmerizing scene of Andean condors gliding effortlessly on rising thermal air currents over the 1200m drop to the river below.
Beautiful viewpoint! There's also a washroom onsite, and a path for you to trek and admire the condors flying from all sides. That said... I realized this too late, but there's also a really nice path. Normally the buses drop you off here for 30 min... So make good use of that time!
Also sidenote, if you take a tour bus here, they normally pick you up at 3 am... Do wear warm clothes because it's freezing!!! Perhaps this is just during winter... But do check with the locals so you're well packed!
Janet Kar — Google review
Explore this 4.3-km point-to-point route near Cabanaconde, Arequipa Department. It is generally considered a moderate route, taking an average of 1h 13min to cover. This route is excellent for hiking, and you are unlikely to meet other people while hiking. The route is open all year round and is perfect to visit at any time.
Karina Polanco Miranda — Google review
Incredible views down into Colca Canyon. Several viewpoints connected by paths with an excellent chance to see condors (and other birds) riding thermals just a few metres away. Unfortunately plagued by local weirdos wearing full-body condor costumes but otherwise a good visit on the way to trek the canyon.
Harry Hutchins — Google review
We have great experience, thanks to our Peruvian guide Ivan. The condors was flying over the canyon. Such a beautiful view
Tina Babnik — Google review
Nice lookout and views. There is parking nearby, you can complete light trail from Mirador Cruz del Condor to Mirador Cruz del Cura and back (it took for me about 1-1.5 hours with stops).
I was there at about the noon, parking was empty and I've met 3 persons on the trail.
Denis Kozhin — Google review
Completely recommend. An amazing bad beautiful place
Axel Arvizu — Google review
Wow. Spectacular views of Colca Canyon, and once the condors woke up and started flying around, was truly a majestic sight.
Bill Fisher — Google review
A breath taking experience. Even if you don’t get to see any condors, it’s still fully worth it
JP H — Google review
Very interesting place to see condors and landscape.
Dariusz Borowczyk — Google review
There were six condors that were just soaring around the area near the lookout. Tour buses were stopping regularly, so there were quite a few people as well. Still, it was a pretty amazing experience to see condors flying so closely. The lookout is right at the level where they fly, and some even zoom right above the crowd of observers.
Tim Schosek — Google review
Super cool spot with tons of condors but come early in the morning because you might not see any after around 10:00am
Brendon Carrasquillo — Google review
Watch the condor soar the morning thermals.
Pretty busy with tourist groups but room for all as the authorities control access road.
Musicians Mum — Google review
Great view of the canyon. Visited here 2 different days. On the first did not see any condors, but on the 2nd there were at least 4. It 8s an open air view area on the road side so you will see commercial tour buses, local buses and individual vehicles. There are other view areas on the same road, so you could stop anywhere where parking may be a better option.
Geo Travels — Google review
Wonderful viewing spots for the magnificent Andean Condor. They start coming out of the cliffs in the morning and seem to slowly circle higher and higher as it get warmer. By 9am they were over our heads
Ed H — Google review
Very lovely place, whics should be visit from second half of april till the second half of May. Than you will see condors for sure. Just be patience. They cruize from 9am till around 11am
Matej Bedenik — Google review
Outstanding place, so recommended to visit.
Nick Khomchuk — Google review
Get there from 10-12 if you want to enjoy the flight of the majestic condor. Get your jacket or coat because it is cold in the mornings.
Endel Vazquez — Google review
Amazing to see the condors here! They start flying around 8am and are done by 9ish when they have left to go looking for food. great scenery and lots of parking. Explore several view points for different perspectives. Most tourists cluster around the cross area but other spots may have better views of the condors depending on where they are flying.
James Martin — Google review
Due to an unfortunate incident I was unable tonsee the condors flying, but I went there when the sun was setting and it was quite the spectacle. In the evening it is almost completely deserted, so it is easy to take pictures of the breathtaking surroundings.
The Mirador Cruz del Cóndor is a picturesque observation deck that provides stunning views of mountains, canyons and flying Andean condors. This popular viewpoint is the highlight of Canon del Colca for many visitors as they can witness the mesmerizing scene of Andean condors gliding effortlessly on rising thermal air currents over the 1200m drop to the river below.
Beautiful viewpoint! There's also a washroom onsite, and a path for you to trek and admire the condors flying from all sides. That said... I realized this too late, but there's also a really nice path. Normally the buses drop you off here for 30 min... So make good use of that time!
Also sidenote, if you take a tour bus here, they normally pick you up at 3 am... Do wear warm clothes because it's freezing!!! Perhaps this is just during winter... But do check with the locals so you're well packed!
Janet Kar — Google review
Explore this 4.3-km point-to-point route near Cabanaconde, Arequipa Department. It is generally considered a moderate route, taking an average of 1h 13min to cover. This route is excellent for hiking, and you are unlikely to meet other people while hiking. The route is open all year round and is perfect to visit at any time.
Karina Polanco Miranda — Google review
Incredible views down into Colca Canyon. Several viewpoints connected by paths with an excellent chance to see condors (and other birds) riding thermals just a few metres away. Unfortunately plagued by local weirdos wearing full-body condor costumes but otherwise a good visit on the way to trek the canyon.
Harry Hutchins — Google review
We have great experience, thanks to our Peruvian guide Ivan. The condors was flying over the canyon. Such a beautiful view
Tina Babnik — Google review
Nice lookout and views. There is parking nearby, you can complete light trail from Mirador Cruz del Condor to Mirador Cruz del Cura and back (it took for me about 1-1.5 hours with stops).
I was there at about the noon, parking was empty and I've met 3 persons on the trail.
Denis Kozhin — Google review
Completely recommend. An amazing bad beautiful place
Axel Arvizu — Google review
Wow. Spectacular views of Colca Canyon, and once the condors woke up and started flying around, was truly a majestic sight.
Bill Fisher — Google review
A breath taking experience. Even if you don’t get to see any condors, it’s still fully worth it
JP H — Google review
Very interesting place to see condors and landscape.
Dariusz Borowczyk — Google review
There were six condors that were just soaring around the area near the lookout. Tour buses were stopping regularly, so there were quite a few people as well. Still, it was a pretty amazing experience to see condors flying so closely. The lookout is right at the level where they fly, and some even zoom right above the crowd of observers.
Tim Schosek — Google review
Super cool spot with tons of condors but come early in the morning because you might not see any after around 10:00am
Brendon Carrasquillo — Google review
Watch the condor soar the morning thermals.
Pretty busy with tourist groups but room for all as the authorities control access road.
Musicians Mum — Google review
Great view of the canyon. Visited here 2 different days. On the first did not see any condors, but on the 2nd there were at least 4. It 8s an open air view area on the road side so you will see commercial tour buses, local buses and individual vehicles. There are other view areas on the same road, so you could stop anywhere where parking may be a better option.
Geo Travels — Google review
Wonderful viewing spots for the magnificent Andean Condor. They start coming out of the cliffs in the morning and seem to slowly circle higher and higher as it get warmer. By 9am they were over our heads
Ed H — Google review
Very lovely place, whics should be visit from second half of april till the second half of May. Than you will see condors for sure. Just be patience. They cruize from 9am till around 11am
Matej Bedenik — Google review
Outstanding place, so recommended to visit.
Nick Khomchuk — Google review
Get there from 10-12 if you want to enjoy the flight of the majestic condor. Get your jacket or coat because it is cold in the mornings.
Endel Vazquez — Google review
Amazing to see the condors here! They start flying around 8am and are done by 9ish when they have left to go looking for food. great scenery and lots of parking. Explore several view points for different perspectives. Most tourists cluster around the cross area but other spots may have better views of the condors depending on where they are flying.
James Martin — Google review
Due to an unfortunate incident I was unable tonsee the condors flying, but I went there when the sun was setting and it was quite the spectacle. In the evening it is almost completely deserted, so it is easy to take pictures of the breathtaking surroundings.