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Explore Puruña Stone Forest & Pillones Waterfalls – Full-Day Tour

4.522 reviewsDay trips

  • 11 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Discover Arequipa’s breathtaking landscapes as you explore the Puruña Stone Forest and Pillones Waterfalls, where volcanic rock formations, Andean wildlife, and stunning mountain views create a surreal adventure. With scenic drives, hiking, and nature exploration, this tour is perfect for outdoor lovers.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Profesional Bilingual Tour Guide (English Spanish)
  • Aid kit and Oxygen
  • Breakfast
  • Round trip Tourist Transportation
  • Pick up service from your hotel in the historic center of Arequipa
  • Tourist Attractions Entrance Tickets (Pillones and Puruña sites)

What's not

  • Lunch (10 USD)
  • Personal Expenses and Gratuitites (optional)

Itinerary

  1. Once everyone is on board, we’ll begin the scenic journey through the breathtaking landscapes surrounding Arequipa.

    1.5 h

  2. Stop at Pampa de Arrieros. We’ll take a break at this historic railway station, which was once an important hub for regional trade.

    30 min

  3. We will enter this protected natural area, known for its unspoiled Andean landscapes and diverse wildlife. One of the highlights will be spotting vicuñas, graceful wild camelids that freely roam their habitat.

    2 hAdmission included

  4. To help with altitude acclimatization, we’ll stop at Patahuasi, where travelers can enjoy a traditional Inca herbal tea, known for its beneficial properties in high-altitude environments.

    30 min

  5. Arriving at this fascinating geological wonder, we’ll discover surreal rock formations sculpted by centuries of volcanic activity and erosion.

    1 hAdmission included

  6. Reaching an altitude of 4,600 meters above sea level, we’ll descend toward the base of these breathtaking waterfalls. The cascading water surrounded by rugged landscapes creates a mesmerizing sight, perfect for photography and relaxation

    3 hAdmission included

  7. Return to Arequipa. After a day filled with exploration and natural beauty, we’ll begin our return journey.

    2.5 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 18 travellers
Operated by
Intiperu Travel
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Arequipa

  • Its from-price is 43% below the median of the 64 day trips we list in Arequipa.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 11 of 64.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Arequipa

Arequipa, in southern Peru, is a white-stone colonial city beneath the cone of El Misti volcano, close to the deep Colca Canyon.

Arequipa lies at about 2,300 metres in the dry southern Andes, with the cone of El Misti volcano rising above it and Chachani and Pichu Pichu on either side. Its centre is built from sillar, a light volcanic stone that has earned it the name of the White City. The Plaza de Armas has arcades, palms and the cathedral, whose façade stretches the full length of one side.

Top-ranked sights in Arequipa: Colca Canyon, Plaza de Armas, Historic Centre of Arequipa.

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