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Friday, September 25, 2020
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Imagine waking up to the song of birds and the murmur of the river, in the middle of nature. The idea is entirely possible. Around the capital of Peru there are several places where you can camp and feel part of the ecosystem. In this places, the noise of civilization is replaced by the peace of clouds and mountains.
For you to enjoy this unforgettable experience, we present 4 incredible places where you can spend the night with your family, couple or friends. Of course: do not forget to bring a good tent, sleeping bag and cash to pay, in some cases, the access.
Marcahuasi - Huarochirí
Located three hours from Lima, Marcahuasi rises at 4,000 meters above sea level as an ideal plateau for adventurous spirits. This destination has been visited for many years by trekking lovers.
Marcahuasi offers archaeological remains, as well as lagoons and chullpas (tombs of pre-Inca origin). However, the main attraction is its rock formations that resemble people, animals and buildings. Everything is possible thanks to the imagination.
To get there, you must go to the town of Chosica and ask for the Echenique park. From there the bus will take you on a 3-hour trip to San Pedro de Casta. If you travel in your own car, take the central highway to Santa Eulalia, cross the Autisha bridge and continue to that town.
In this small town, you can start the ascent to the plateau (it is approximately 4 hours of walking) or take a van that will take you to the camp in 20 minutes. Before, you have to pay an entrance fee of 10 soles for Peruvians and 20 soles for foreigners.
Rúpac - Huaral
In the northern province of Huaral, in the Sierra of Lima, you will find the “Ciudad de Fuego" ("City of Fire"), an archaeological complex on the top of a mountain 3500 meters high, whose impressive sunsets and sunrises constitute a spectacle that captivates.
It is about Rúpac, also known as the "Machu Picchu of Lima", architectural heritage of the pre-Inca culture of the Atavillos. Its construction dates from around 1200 A. D. and its stone buildings measure up to 3 floors high. They are still in very good condition. The best time to visit this archaeological site is during the summer months, when the sky is clear and its beautiful sunsets can be appreciated.
To get to Rúpac, you must go by bus to Huaral and from there, take a car to Las Pampas - it is approximately 2 and a half hours of travel. From this town, a 7 km walk begins, so you will need to bring water, repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, coat, food and a first-aid kit.
Lomas de Lúcumo - Pachacámac
One hour south of Lima, the Lomas of Lúcumo are a very particular ecosystem: during the winter months -between June and August- they are filled with vegetation, which is ideal for trekking and camping. Among the extensive vegetation, you will be able to see the traditional Flor de Amancaes (Amancaes flower).
Spending the night in these lomas is a unique experience; there is nothing like sleep in the middle of the murmur of the endemic species of the place, such as vizcachas, gray foxes and little birds. During the day, you can photograph a large number of fascinating insects. You can also see a great variety of geological structures of volcanic origin.
To get to the Lomas of Lúcumo, you can take a minibus from the Benavides bridge, on the South Pan-American Highway, in direction of Lurín. You must get off at the entrance to Pachacámac and take a bus to the complex. There you will find taxis that will take you to Quebrada Verde. The trip from Lima takes approximately 1 hour. You can also go by private car, in which case you must take the Panamericana Sur route, then the detour through the Conchán bridge to continue along the Antigua Panamericana Sur until Paul Poblet Avenue. Once there, you must follow the path to Quebrada Verde.
Just an hour south of Lima, the Lomas de Lúcumo have a very particular ecosystem. Credit: Karina Mendoza / PromPerú.
Huancaya - Nor Yauyos Cochas
This beautiful reserve, located at an altitude of 3,500 meters above sea level, enchants by its waterfalls and lagoons that make up a dream place. Along 20 km of road, between the towns of Huancaya and Vilca, you can see deep canyons, amazing snow-capped mountains, and impressive water mirrors.
You can camp, hike, and take awesome pictures.
Access to the Nor Yauyos Cochas Reserve is through two main routes: the South Pan-American Highway (by a detour at Km 145 of the San Vicente de Cañete road) and the Central Highway (taking the detour at Km 175 of the road to La Oroya).
At 100 meters from the main square of the city of Huancaya are the camping areas. Remember that here, the temperature drops to 41 °F at night, so we recommend that you go well prepared. The cost of the camping varies from 15 to 30 soles per person.
This beautiful landscape reserve enchants with its waterfalls and lagoons. Credit: PromPerú.
Sources: El Comercio / Peru.com / DeAventura.pe / Parkartytravel.com
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