From 6 to 6:30 am we will start with the pick up from your hotels. We will travel approximately 2 hours until the start of the walk. On the way we will make a stop at Reserva de Salinas and Aguada Blanca where we can observe different camelids such as llamas, alpacas and vicuñas.
At approx 10.30 we will start the 30 minute walk. And we will descend to 4000 masl, until we reach the waterfall of Pillones, in the way we will pass to the side of the river and we will descend for some slopes of rocks.
Once in the falls we will be for 45 minutes where we can take pictures and enjoy the scenery. Then we will head to the Pillones Stone Forest where we will be for 30 minutes.
When returning we will pass by the town of Imata where we will enjoy a delicious lunch.
Then we will continue to the city of Arequipa and arrive from 15 to 15:30 hours.
Waterfall Pillones (Google Map)
The Pillones Waterfall in the Salinas and Aguada Blanca Reserve is an absolutely stunning site to behold. The area is especially known for its bird watching opportunities, with a wide variety of species visiting the reserve. The falls themselves are comprised of several tiers cascading down the hillside, creating a beautiful and peaceful atmosphere.