Day Trip to Widow's Mountain Range
Description
Embark on a captivating day trip to the Widow's Mountain Range, where you will encounter breathtaking snow-covered peaks, vibrant lagoons, and enchanting landscapes.
Trip Overview
Your adventure begins with a pickup at the chosen meeting point in Lima, setting the stage for our exciting journey to the Widow's Mountain Range. As we travel, delight in stunning vistas that promise an unforgettable experience ahead.
During this 2.5-hour drive from Lima, we will pause at Santa Rosa de Quives, a charming village perfect for a breakfast break. Here, you can explore the area where Rose of Lima, a beloved saint of Peru, spent her childhood, including a visit to her chapel and the notable wishing well. Remember to bring a letter detailing your wishes to toss into the well!
Continuing our journey, we will stop briefly at the Cochapampa viewpoint, offering sweeping views of Canta and surrounding Andean towns. Next, we'll proceed to the stunning Pomora Waterfall, also referred to as Mellizadera.
As we ascend to an impressive altitude of 4800 meters (15750 feet), we will arrive at the Lagoon of 7 Colours, a sacred and visually striking site within the Widow's Mountain Range. Here, we will engage in a ritual to honor the Earth, expressing our gratitude for its abundance. You will then have 2 hours of leisure to explore the breathtaking area, or you may opt for a boat ride on the lagoon’s pristine waters.
Once we have absorbed the natural beauty, we will head to Huaros for lunch. Take advantage of this opportunity to sample local delicacies, such as trout or pachamanca!
Refreshed, we’ll begin our journey back to Lima. En route, we will make a stop at Canta, where you can relax, stretch, and possibly purchase some local goods, like homemade cheese or traditional sweets—a delightful keepsake from your trip!
Finally, after approximately 16 hours of exploration, we will conclude the day at the initial meeting point.
Meeting Locations
This excursion provides pickup from the following locations in Lima:
- Electric train station "La Cultura" in San Borja at 4:10 am
- Óvalo Jorge Chávez in Jesús María at 4:30 am
- Plaza Norte in Independencia at 4:50 am
What's included
- Transport by minibus or bus
- Spanish–speaking guide
What's not included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Admission to the lagoon: 3PEN per person
- Boat trip: 5PEN per person
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, you must make your way to one of the following meeting points:
- Next to the electric train station “La Cultura” on Calle del Comercio (San Borja) at 4:10 am.
- Óvalo Jorge Chávez, at the intersection of Avenida 28 de Julio and Jr. Guzmán Blanco (Jesús María) at 4:30 am.
- The main entrance (Panamericana Norte) to Plaza Norte, next to the Repsol fuel pump (Independencia) at 4:50 am.
The day before the activity, the local guide will contact you to confirm the pickup time. In any case, please arrive at least 10 minutes early.
Additional Info
Please note that we will reach 4800 metres (15750 feet) above sea level, so we recommend taking a pill for altitude sickness, such as the Sorojchi Pill.
We also recommend bringing warm clothing, including a hat, gloves, and a scarf, as well as insect repellent, sun cream, and cash.
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