Chachapoyas Tours

Gain local insight into Chachapoyas on this sightseeing tour, which includes visits to three spectacular viewpoints. Alongside your guide, you’ll delve into local culture, admire the colonial houses of Chachapoyas’ main square, and browse expertly crafted pottery in the town of Huanca. Absorb magnificent views of the Huanca Urco Canyon, the Gocta Waterfalls, and the Amazonian Andes from a series of viewpoints, and participate in a ceramic-making workshop. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.

Today you will hike to Cocachimba, a paradise in the middle of the jungle that houses different waterfalls, including Gocta, one of the highest waterfalls in the world. Walk along a beautiful route full of vegetation and wild animals. You will enjoy wonderful views and the imposing waterfall where the strength of the water and the pleasant sensation of the dew will renew you.

Embark on a captivating journey to Karajía's hanging sarcophagi, where ancient Chachapoya cultures laid their mummies to rest. These towering burial towers are shrouded in mystery and offer a glimpse into the rituals of the past. Afterward, delve into the depths of the Quiocta Caves, a subterranean wonder adorned with stalactites and stalagmites. This tour promises an adventure through time and a unique exploration of ancient traditions.

Experience the spiritual journey to the Revash Mausoleums, an ancient Chachapoya burial site. These charming, reddish stone structures will transport you back in time as you ponder the significance of the afterlife in this culture. Next, visit the Leymebamba Museum, where you'll find a fascinating collection of mummies and artifacts, revealing the secrets of the Chachapoya civilization. It's a cultural and archaeological immersion.

Gocta Waterfall is an adventure into the heart of the Amazon rainforest. As you trek through the dense jungle, you'll be surrounded by vibrant flora and the calls of exotic birds. When you reach the falls, you'll be greeted by the mesmerizing sight of Gocta's twin cascades, plunging from the heights. With a height of 771 meters, this waterfall stands as one of the world's tallest and is an unforgettable testament to nature's grandeur. These descriptions highlight the unique appeal and experiences that each of these destinations offers, drawing travelers into the beauty and history of northern Peru.

The Karajia Sarcophagi and Caverna de Quiocta are two of Peru’s most spectacular and overlooked attractions. Combine ancient history with adventure on this full-day excursion from Chachapoyas, which offers insight into pre-Inca culture. Marvel at the 600-year-old Karajia Sarcophagi, funeral tombs perched on the side of a limestone cliff, before discovering the stalagmites and stalactites of Caverna de Quiocta by flashlight. Lunch and personalized attention from a guide are included on this small-group tour, limited to 12 people.  

Hidden within the Peruvian jungle, Yumbilla Waterfalls await your discovery. Yumbilla boasts one of the world's tallest single-drop waterfalls, surrounded by lush flora and exotic wildlife. Trek through the cloud forest, cross hanging bridges, and embrace the pristine beauty of nature. Get ready to be awed by the serene cascade and enchanting landscape in the heart of the Amazon.

During the morning you will travel through the Chachapoyas forest for about an hour in direction of the Sarcophagi of Karajía. These sarcophagi are elaborate two-meter high clay sculptures that rest on the edge of a rocky cliff of limestone, looking towards the abyss. The visit to the place will last approximately 40 minutes after which you will head back to Chachapoyas.

During the morning you will be transferred from Chachapoyas to the town of Cruzpata. From there, you will walk in the direction of the sarcophagi of Karajía. These sarcophagi are elaborate two-meters high clay sculptures that rest on the edge of a rocky cliff of limestone, looking towards the abyss. The visit will last approximately 40 minutes. Then you will visit the Cave of Quiocta, a 550-meters long cave that was used as a cemetery by pre Columbian civilizations. Enjoy the surreal underground landscape made up of stalagmites and stalactites.

You will leave Chachapoyas in direction of the town of San Bartolo from where the walk of approximately 30 minutes to the Revash mausoleums begins. Revash is a funerary complex composed of "chullpas" (funerary towers) of one and two floors of height, painted of other colors. Afterward, you will be transferred to Leymebamba to visit the Leymebamba Museum which houses more than 200 mummies recovered from the Condor Lagoon, which can be appreciated along with their funeral offerings. The design of the building recreates the local architecture, using local materials. The beautiful garden surrounding the museum contains more than 100 varieties of orchids. After this visit, you will return to Chachapoyas.

Enjoy our exclusive and comfortable transfer service from your hotel in Chachapoyas to Jaen airport.

Discover more of Peru’s ancient Inca ruins on a 4-day tour to the Kuelap Fortress and Gocta Waterfall. Learn about the rich history of the Inca Empire and the role of the Kuelap Fortress from your informative guide. Visit one of the world’s tallest waterfalls, Gocta, and observe some of the local Amazonian wildlife including toucans, monkeys, and mountain lions.

Embraced by the dense forest of the Andean mountains, Kuelap Fortress pays testament to a pre-Inca civilization lost to history. Ideal for lovers of history, this tour takes you to the remote fortress by cable car and also includes an optional horseback ride to the mountain summit. Absorb spectacular views of the Utcubamba Valley and walk amid more than 400 houses and ceremonial buildings with your guide. Lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off in Chachapoyas are included.

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Calling all history enthusiasts, this full-day tour takes you to Revash, known as the ‘Village of the Dead’ because of its 14th-century mausoleums. Travel to the funerary complex on horseback and observe the funeral homes, characterized by their colored roofs and cross-shaped windows. Then, visit Museo Leimebamba’s 240-strong collection of mummies discovered at the Lagoon of the Condors. Lunch is included.