• Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River
  • Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River
  • Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River
  • Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River
  • Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River
  • Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River
  • Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River

Arequipa: Half-Day Trip To Source Of Amazon River

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ID: GYG1032724-1594146
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Country: Peru

Duration: 06:00 hours


Description

Discover the greatest source of the Amazon River on a guided tour from Arequipa. Explore the Carhuasanta Andean Valley and learn about the river's journey from the Andes to the Atlantic Ocean.
Embark on a half-day trip to the source of the Amazon River, located on the north face of Nevado Mismi at the beginning of the Cordillera Chila. This is one of the greatest mountain ranges near Colca Canyon in Arequipa.

Travel to the headwaters of the Amazon River, emerging from a granite wall at 5050 meters in the upper zone of the Carhuasanta Andean Valley. Witness the origin of the Amazon River, a vital source for wildlife from the Andes to the Atlantic Ocean.

Experience the beginning of a 6800-kilometer journey that flows through Peru, Colombia, and Brazil.

Highlights

  • Discover the source of the Amazon River at the Nevado Mismi.
  • Explore the headwaters of Amazon River.
  • Learn about the river's journey from the Andes to the Atlantic Ocean.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves hiking at high altitudes
Weather can be cold and windy
Participants should be in good physical condition
INCLUDED
  • Private car for whole adventure.
  • Visit to the source of the Amazon River.
  • Guided tour of the Carhuasanta Andean valley.
  • All stops along the way.
  • Hiking around the source of the Amazon River.
NOT INCLUDED
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Walking poles.
  • Personal trekking gear.
  • Hotel in the town of Chivay.

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.