Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Explore the incredible Canyon of the Lost from Ica, a natural wonder in the middle of the desert. Enjoy impressive landscapes, as well as the walking tour along the canyon admiring incredible marine fossils or beautiful natural rock formations.
Get ready to discover the depths of this enigmatic canyon, and spend a whole morning visiting this mysterious place with us.
Ticket entrance to the Canyon of the Lost
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Visit of fossil remains
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up available for centrally located Ica hotels, Ica bus station or hotels located in the Oasis of Huacachina
Ocucaje District, Chacaltana 11240, Peru We are going to pick you up, at the hotel or bus station in the city of Ica, to start this amazing adventure to the Canyon of the Lost. In a 2-hour journey, our transport will take us through the South Panamerican highway, until we reach the district of Ocucaje. Before entering the desert, we will make a short stop so you can buy fresh food, fruits and drinks (optional). 20 minutes
Ocucaje, Ocucaje, Peru Admire the amazing landscapes of the desert of Ocucaje during our way to the next stop 10 minutes
11230, Peru On the way to the canyon, we are going to stop at “Pampa de Piedras” to spend a funny time taking pictures. Continuing with the tour, we will reach the Canyon of the Lost’s viewpoint. This wonder of the nature was discovered in 2011, and it has a total extension of 2 kilometers and a depth of 150 meters. The canyon is formed by the erosion of the Seco River, which flows into the Ica River, towards the Pacific Ocean. Among the fauna that we can find, we will admire birds such as buzzards and crows. The walking tour starts along a sandy path, with the incredible opportunity to see marine fossils such as whales and sharks. This fantastic place has been a seabed, with about 20 to 30 million years old. Explore the different levels of this rock formation, with figures carved naturally on the walls, and lagoons along the way. We will leave the canyon and start our way back to the city of Ica. Upon arrival, we will drop you off at the hotel or bus station. 120 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 5 and younger are complimentary
Minimum 2 people
You should bring sun hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable shoes and clothes, spending cash for personal expenses
Holidays: rates have an increased of 50% January 1st, Easter, May 1st, June 29th, July 28th and 29th, August 30th, October 8th, November 1st, December 8th and 25th
You should be in a good physical condition to hike along the canyon
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Gouxlaurence1967
05 Oct 2022
Un autre paysage incroyable du Pérou, nous étions seuls dans ce canyon de sable ! Superbe expérience avec un très bon guide.
CarlaU21
04 Apr 2022
El paseo al cañon estuvo super interesante, caminas por todo el cañón y los paisajes muy bonitos. Es un tour que vale la pena hacer si estás en Ica!
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