Start of the Tour
The Cañón de los Perdidos tour begins around 6:30 a.m. with a pickup from your hotel or bus station. During the journey, we will make a stop to purchase drinks and some food for the excursion.
$40
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- Ocucaje Desert
- Canyon of the lost
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LANGUAGE
1 Day
DURATION
370 m.
MAX. ALTITUDE
Explore Peru’s Hidden Geological Wonder in the Ica Desert
- Ocucaje Desert
- Canyon of the lost
Join our 1 Day Tour and discover the famous Canyon of the Lost, an impressive natural formation in the Ica Desert, in the form of a crack in the earth. The canyon of the lost is a natural wonder of Peru, located in Ica and aims to amaze its visitors, located just outside of Ica, on this full day excursion. Join a small group and spend the day discovering ancient fossils, saltpeter and the depths of the canyon. As you hike, your guide sheds light on the geological history of the area dating back more than 10 million years.
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Tour Itinerary
Heading toward the Ocucaje Canyon and desert
At approximately 7:30 a.m., we will head toward the Canyon of the Lost (Cañón de los Perdidos), taking the Pan-American Highway South and then the turnoff toward the Ocucaje Desert. The journey will take about 2 hours, bringing us to the impressive chasm formed by a riverbed and wind erosion.
Canyon and Viewpoint Exploration
Around 9:00 a.m., we will arrive at the Canyon Viewpoint, from where you can take in the vastness and depth of this natural formation. Here, we will begin a hike along a sandy trail—passing by fossils and salt deposits—until we reach the water pools within the canyon, which is 150 meters deep and 1.5 km long.
End of the Tour
Around 11:00 a.m., we will head toward the city of Ica, arriving at approximately 3:00 p.m., thus concluding this unique experience amidst the nature and stunning landscapes of southern Peru.
Inclusions
What's Included
- The day before we will provide you with complete information about the Tour.
- We will stop by your hotel before the start of the tour.
- Tourist transportation during the tour - Round trip.
- Professional English/Spanish speaking guide for the tour.
Not Included
- Food
- Travel insurance
- Per diem
Recommendations
- Zero Facilities: There are absolutely no restrooms in the Canyon. Please use the facilities in Ica before departure.
- Rough Terrain: The route is an unpaved, bumpy track. We strongly recommend motion sickness medication if you are sensitive.
- Protect Your Gear: Winds carry fine sand that can damage professional camera lenses. Keep electronics covered when not in use.
- Do Not Touch Fossils: You will encounter real marine fossils on the ground. It is strictly forbidden by law to touch or remove them.
- Total Disconnection: There is no cell phone signal or internet coverage in the area. Download your maps/music beforehand.
- Cash Only: Bring local currency (Soles) for small purchases, as digital payments do not work here.
Places You Will Visit
Place 1
Ocucaje Desert
In the Ocucaje Desert you can observe sand dunes, rock formations, a variety of wildlife adapted to the arid environment, petroglyphs that reveal the ancient history of the region, and skies ideal for astronomical observation.
Place 2
Canyon of the Lost viewpoint
The Canyon of the lost viewpoint offers a breathtaking view of this magnificent landscape, allowing visitors to contemplate the rock formations and the immensity of the canyon.
Rates & Booking
We offer options to suit different budgets. The price depends on whether you choose a shared group service or a private tour. The rate is per person.
Shared Service
USD
40
Price per person
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- Hotel pick-up
- Transportation
- Tourist Guide
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Price Considerations
- Price per person
- Minimum 2 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions
The tour begins around 6:30 a.m. with pickup from your hotel or bus station in Ica. You are expected to return to the city of Ica around 3:00 p.m.
It includes round-trip tourist transportation, the services of a professional guide, and pickup from your hotel. It does not include meals, travel insurance, or incidental expenses.
No. During the trip, we will make a stop so you can purchase food and drinks before the excursion. We recommend bringing cash for these expenses and any other purchases you might want to make along the way.
There are no restrooms in the area, so please use the facilities in Ica before departure. The route consists of a rough, unpaved road that can be quite bumpy; if you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend bringing anti-nausea medication. There is no cell service or internet access, and the wind, which carries fine sand, can damage professional camera equipment.
No. It is strictly prohibited to touch, move, or remove fossils and marine remains; doing so is illegal. Your guide will explain the geological history of the area, which dates back more than 10 million years.
From the canyon viewpoint, we begin a hike along a sandy trail leading to the canyon’s water pools. The canyon itself is 150 meters deep and 1.5 kilometers long. Along the way, you will see fossils and salt deposits.
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