SALINAS LAGOON - VISIT TO THE SALT FLATS $85 USD Per Person

Wild Life Of National Reserve Of Aguas Blanca And Salinas - Full Day Guided Trip

At 7am meeting at your hotel and start on our travel is to the Salt Lake of Salinas, travel of 3 hours, in our transportation, going close to the base of the Misti Volcano, driving in the Chiguata village, surrounded of pre Inca terraces, with people dedicated to the agriculture and located over 3000 meters on the sea level, from here we begin to ascend on the antique road to Puno, driving hard in zig zag, between Qeñuales forest trees, the fact that they grow on the skirts of snow-covered one belonging to the Pichu Pichu (5460m). Sights the geological fault of Misti volcano, of the Pichu Pichu, towns dedicated to the work the all pre Inca terraces, located at the both sides from Chiguata river.

Pink Flamingos In Peru
At 10am. We will be at the Salinas Salt Lake, located in National Reserve of Aguada Blanca and Salinas, this lake is in the mid way Between Misti - Ubinas volcano and the snow-covered Pichu Pichu.
Trekking around this lake, sighting variety of animal life, specially Andean and migratory birds (Ducks - Condors - Eagles - Flamenco - Hummingbirds - etc), Llamas, Alpacas, Vicuñas, Foxes, savage Rabbits, visit to the hot springs, get-together with the local people and a lot of variety of flora in all the travel.

Andean Pink Flamingos - Salinas Salt Lake
At 1pm time to start our return on the same route,p descent becomes of 3 hours to Arequipa city.
End of our service.

PS: The best time to watch the Flamencos at this lake is between December to August. The rest of the year this lagoon is dry, completely covered with Borato.

SALINAS LAGOON TOUR INCLUDES

  1. Official English-Speaking tour guide
  2. Private Transport 4WD
  3. Snack (chocolates, cookies, fresh fruit, etc)
  4. Plenty of drinking water during the tour
  5. Binoculars
  6. Oxygen and first aid kit
  7. Tour price includes the government sales tax (19% as known IGV)
TOUR SCHEDULE & COST 2010
DATE TOUR COST
Any day
(April - November)
SALINAS LAGOON - VISIT TO THE SALT FLATS $125 USD Per Person

Wild Life Of National Reserve Of Aguas Blanca And Salinas - Full Day Guided Trip
Backpacker Service (public bus)
1 to more paticipants $85 USD each

Private VIP Service (Private 4x4/Guide)
2 participants $125 USD each
3-4 paticipants $105 USD each
5 to more participants $85 USD each
Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members
Discount 10%: Tour Operators or Travel Agencies Only
Students: $5 USD discount only with valid green ISIC card
Organized Groups: We offer private service and departures any time
Group size: 6 bikers per each 4x4 and tour guide
BOOK HERE: We highly recommended to book space prior you arrive to Arequipa - Take private VIP service.
All prices stated above are subject to change.
Exchange rate $1 USD = S/. 3.02 (rate may vary daily).
Above prices include government sales tax (19% as known IGV).

DEPARTURES

Daily departures are available in dry season only (April - Dec).

PRIVATE SERVICE

With this service, you have more opportunity to see much more the nature around this lagoon.

NOT INCLUDED

  1. Alcoholics drinks
  2. Breakfast on the first day
  3. Tips for guide and camp staff.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING/CARRY

  1. Rain/wind jacket or poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco/Peru)
  2. Strong comfortable and waterproof footwear
  3. Sweater and jacket (something warm)
  4. Water bottle
  5. Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
  6. Sun block (sun protection cream)
  7. Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
  8. Selection of small snacks, chocolate, dried fruit, biscuits etc,
  9. Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries
  10. Sunglasses
  11. Optional: walking sticks or poles.
CONTACT US
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