Gocta Waterfalls Full-Day Experience from Chachapoyas: Explore one of the world's highest falls
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Embark on a full-day adventure from Chachapoyas to explore the magnificent Gocta Waterfalls, one of the world's highest falls. Hike or ride horseback through stunning landscapes, capture breathtaking photos, and feel the power of the falls up close. Don't miss this unforgettable experience!
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Catarata de Gocta - We will be headed to the town of San Pablo de Valera, located 26 miles from the city of Chachapoyas. From there, we will begin our journey towards Gocta waterfall (one hour walk). Along the way, we will enjoy the great diversity of flora and fauna, and a splendid view of the waterfall. Gocta Waterfall, locally known as “La Chorrera”, is 771 meters high and it is considered among the highest waterfalls in the world. It is the perfect habitat for toucans, monkeys, mountain lions and Andean cocks-of-the-rock. It is located in a large cloud- covered forest, around which there are about twenty waterfalls. It offers a beautiful combination of geography and history, making it a magical place. We will return to San Pablo and have a traditional lunch.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Lunch included
- Round-trip transfer service from Chachapoyas to Cocachimba
- Optional horseback riding at an additional cost
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses.
- Services not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional Information
Experience the awe of witnessing Gocta, one of the world’s highest waterfalls. Embark on a thrilling expedition either by hiking for six hours or horseback riding. Traverse a path offering an immersive experience into nature and multiple vantage points for photographing the 771-meter (or 2,530 feet) falls. Savor a rejuvenating shower under the waterfall’s spray, listen to its thunderous sound and feel the moisture in the air from its mist. This is an experience you simply cannot afford to miss!
- Use light clothing and comfortable shoes (light hiking boots). No sandals are allowed
- Bring at least 2 liters of water, hat, sunglasses, sunblock, repellent and camara with extra battery,
- In rainy season (November to March): Bring raincoat and boots.
- Not recommended for participants with serious medical conditions, pregnant woman or people with back problems.
- Level of difficulty is moderate
Location
Chachapoyas
Departure Point: The tour departs from Chachapoyas city. Please contact us to coordinate an appropriate meeting point
Dates: Daily
Return point: Returns to original departure point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Stephaniekowacz
Jun 20, 2019
Worth the 12KM trek with beautiful views of the falls all along the way - We started our walk in the small village of Cocachimba. You stop in the small office, sign in and pay the park fee and off you go on a very well marked trail.We trekked through the breathtaking cloud forest to Gocta Waterfall, where our eyes feasted on a 2,531-foot double-drop waterfall plunging into an icy pool of inky water. The hike in was so beautiful and was both up and down hill, definitely let me know that I need to get into better shape! I went slow and steady and was rewarded by standing in front of quite an amazing waterfall. I decided to take a dip in the pool, it was FREEZING cold. Not kidding, the springs I swim in at home are a nice chilly 72F (22C) year round, this waster was much much colder. So cold that I was having deep agonizing breaths and couldn't speak as I carefully exited along the rocks slowly. It was worth it to say that I made the trek and took the plunge! On they way in, be on the lookout for a home that is selling coconut water, very nice. Also they rent horses to go most of the way in and out, however the woman that is leading the horse is in her 70's or 80's so I was way to embarrassed to take my 4osomething year old self up there! On the way back down, stop by Gocta Lodge for a nice meal and a cold Amazonas beer and gaze at Gocta from afar.
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