Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon and City Tour with 4x4 Ride
ID: GYG1159826-1777415
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the Salinas Lagoon and its wildlife on a 4x4 tour from Arequipa. Spot vicuñas, llamas, and flamingos, then enjoy a guided walk through the historic center of Arequipa.
Begin your adventure with a drive to the Salinas Lagoon, located at 4,300 meters above sea level, nestled between the Misti, Ubinas, and Pichupichu volcanoes.
Keep your eyes peeled for vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas as you journey through this stunning landscape. You might even spot a vizcacha or, if you're lucky, an Andean fox.
Admire the Yareta (Azorella compacta), a plant that only grows above 4,000 meters.
Upon reaching the lagoon, marvel at the sight of three different species of flamingos: the Chilean flamingo (Phoenicopteras chilensis), the Andean flamingo (Phoenicoparras andinas), and the James's flamingo (Phoenicoparras jamesi).
If conditions allow, cross the lagoon in your 4x4 vehicle. After exploring this protected area, return to Arequipa, capturing photos of the breathtaking landscapes and the Misti volcano along the way.
Conclude your tour with a short walk through the historic center of Arequipa, appreciating its colonial streets and the beauty of the Plaza de Armas.
Highlights
- Marvel at the stunning landscapes of the Salinas Lagoon and its wildlife
- Spot vicuñas, llamas, alpacas, and even Andean foxes in their natural habitat
- See three species of flamingos in the wild, including the Chilean flamingo
- Cross the lagoon in a 4x4 vehicle if the water levels are low enough
- Enjoy a guided walk through the historic center of Arequipa
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour reaches altitudes of 4,300 m.s.n.m.
Weather can be cold, warm clothing is recommended
Bring a camera for photography opportunities
INCLUDED
- Visit to Laguna de Salinas
- Observation of vicuñas, llamas, alpacas, vizcachas, and possibly Andean foxes
- Observation of Yareta plant
- Observation of three species of flamingos
- Brief walk through the historic center of Arequipa
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.
