PACHA VALLEY
PACHA VALLEY
PACHA VALLEY
PACHA VALLEY
Lima is a big city and as time passes the surrounded areas that were extense fields became into houses.
The last valley of Lima is the Lurin river valley, and it gives us the chance to visit and enjoy fresh air and quietness as long as we go and see small villages, people, birds, plants, ancient prehispanic sites and nice landscapes.
If you are active, nature lover photo explorer this is one of the best choices near Lima city the whole year.
PACHA VALLEY
PACHA VALLEY
PACHA VALLEY
PACHA VALLEY
Lima is a big city and as time passes the surrounded areas that were extense fields became into houses.
The last valley of Lima is the Lurin river valley, and it gives us the chance to visit and enjoy fresh air and quietness as long as we go and see small villages, people, birds, plants, ancient prehispanic sites and nice landscapes.
If you are active, nature lover photo explorer this is one of the best choices near Lima city the whole year.
This is a photo ADVENTURE DAY. Even if you are a pro or an enthusiast photographer, THE GOAL HERE IS TO GET IN TOUCH WITH LOCAL DAILY LIFE AND NATURE.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
09:30 Pick up Lima hotel. Drive to Cieneguilla town.
11:30 Visit of Huaycan de Cieneguilla Inca site, an important prehispanic site of the valley.
13:00 Drive along Lurin river valley to Malpaso town.
14:00 Hike from Malpaso to Cardal. If we were on mid winter season we may change for a hike at one section of the fog oases mountains.
15:30 Lunch time
16:30 Return to Lima
18:00 Back at the hotel.
Note: Timing is not precise, it could be adjusted depending season, weather conditions or time spend on each place.
what kind of photos we MAY take?
Landscapes and some birds, insects and flowers, people, and/or local activities.
what lenses are best for this trip?
A wide angle for landscapes (under 24 mm).
A tele if you want to shoot birds or some action (200 mm +).
A macro if you like to shoot flowers, textures and any kind of details.
A zoom 24-70 / 24-105 / 35-150 mm good for multi use.
when is best?
The trip can be done the whole year, during the months of July to September asa average the moisture and rain change this dry land to a greener one.
Take a look at the Fog Oases trip
WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO BRING?
Trekking shoes are recommended. In summer (jan-mar) temperature is a bit hot and humid: fresh clothes, a hat, water and sunscreen.
During the winter season (Jul-Oct), long sleeves and a wind vest for temperatures of 12-16C. Usually, it doesn´t rain too much, but bringing an extra coat for rain or cold may be helpful.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This is a photo trip in natural areas, we will hike in some moments climbing up a bit. In case you are not able to walk too much please tell us to modify the original plan.
Private service / Rates per person in US Dollars (USD)
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PHOTO DAY
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1 p
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2 p
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Pacha Valley
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365
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190
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INCLUDES: Pick up at Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco districts (other districts ask). Private transportation.
NOT INCLUDED: Main meals, entrance fees, local/official guides on sites, tips.
BOOK your photo DAY
BOOKING CONDITIONS at the bottom of the page
BOOKING CONDITIONS:
Booking procedure:
After pre-booking by the web form, or contact us by WhatsApp, chat or email, please send a list with names, passport numbers, tour date, meeting point and any request you think could be important, such as the kind of things you want to photograph, personal style, personal website, mobility issues, etc.
Remember we work only with small groups and private services.
Important:
Save the date with 50% of the price. This advanced payment is not refundable if no show or by any cancellation reason and the remaining balance will be due before or at the time of the scheduled tour.
At crowded places, for personal safety reasons is recommended to have a good backpack and never leave your stuff apart from you.
We allow any kind of camera.
The use of sport or very comfortable shoes is fully recommended.
We do not include main meals, drinks, personal expenses, also you should hire a travel insurance. Lodging is included on specified tours.
Additionals:
Trips outside Lima City include transportation.
Other timing on schedule or special arrangements for mobility handicaps under request and possibly extra cost.
Photography lessons and special requests available (ask).
Conditions:
1. For better chances to find an open date, requests and bookings must be done at least 72 hours before the tour date, better with a week in advance.
2. If cancellation occurs is considered as No Show and booking advanced payment is not subject to refund.