Pillones Waterfalls and Imata Stone Forest
Spend an unforgettable outdoor day visiting the Pillones waterfalls and the stone forest of Imata. We are going to visit magic Andean towns, and we will pass through the Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, and admire amazing landscapes.
Explore these wonders of the nature with a nice walking tour, starting at the stone forest towards the Pillones falls.
Get the most out of your trip, and discover this natural spectacle that Arequipa offers us.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Pampa de Arrieros 04000, Peru
We are going to pick you up at the hotel located in the historic centre of Arequipa. Our transportation will take the road towards Yura, and bordering the Volcano Chachani, we are going to reach the ghost town of Pampa de Arrieros. This place was the gateway for travelers arriving by train to the white city.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, Arequipa Peru
We will make a short stop at the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, an impressive place rich in fauna, such as vicunas, guanacos and llamas. Also, you will admire amazing landscapes surrounded by volcanos.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Bosque de Piedras Imata, 3XP4+4GH, San Antonio de Chuca 04220, Peru
After enjoying a snack, and taking the road Arequipa Puno we are going to reach the Stone Forest of Imata, located in the district of San Antonio de Chuca, in the province of Cayllona, at 4,300 meters above sea level. From this point, the walking tour begins through this fantastic forest which houses rock formations of volcanic material, creating an incredible panorama of abstract art.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Catarata de Pillone - Pauza, 04220, Peru
The walk continues to visit the Pillones waterfalls. This tourist attraction is located at 4,600 meters above sea level, and here, we are going to watch Andean birds as swallow and different kinds of ducks. You can explore this place, reaching the lower area where the rocks are, and takes photos with impressive views.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Patahuasi, Patahuasi, Arequipa Region
At the end, we are going to back to the walking starting point, and take the tourist transport to return to the city, On the way, we will stop for lunch (optional). Then, we will drop you off at the hotel.
Duration: 20 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Children 2 and younger are complimentary if they go on their parents' lap"
"You should bring warm clothes, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, sunhat, cash for personal expenses, water and snacks"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 23 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
06:00 AM
Duration: 10 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
The pick up transfer is only from selected centrally located hotels. If your hotel is outside the geographic area, we will confirm you the closest meeting point. Indicate the name and address of your hotel.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.