Full Day Tour Canyon of the Lost in Ica Desert
Description
6:30 a.m. I pick up our visitors from their hotel in Ica or bus station, then we will go to the south of Ica. 07:00 am Departure to the Ocucaje desert bound for the beautiful canyon of the lost, where we will observe many landscapes of crops in the dunes. 09:00 am We will arrive at the scenic viewpoint of the canyon of the lost, where you will observe the main gorge of the Canyon with a depth of approximately 150 meters in its sky flying the red-headed vultures, a stop where you will be impressed, Start of our adventure with a walk along a sedimentary road where you can see some extinct marine fossils when our Peruvian sea was warm waters, where they lead us to the lakes (Ojos de Agua). 11:30 am Return to the city of Ica 14:30 pm Culminating, the tour visitors will be returned to their hotels or bus station in Ica
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will be able to appreciate the desert valley of Ica with impressive landscapes such as the mountain range submerged in the desert with a paleontological cemetery of marine fossils, probably the largest in the world.
We will visit the scenic viewpoint of the canyon of the lost, where you will observe the main gorge of the Canyon with a depth of approximately 150 meters in its sky flying the red-headed vultures, a stop where you will be impressed thanks to the whim of nature. Beginning of our adventure with a walk along a sedimentary path where you will be able to appreciate some extinct marine fossils when our Peruvian sea was warm waters, where they lead us to the oxbow lakes (Ojos de Agua) you will clearly be able to observe the main test in the walls of the Canyon with lines drawn by the water of the sea that once existed.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
In your hotel lobby
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(33)
This was an exceptional experience, truly: the pickup was punctual; on the way to the Canyon we had a quick breakfast stop (sandwiches) and arriving at the canyon we spent 2.5 hours enjoy the views, from from above, then hiking below. Emilio, our guide, was excellent, fluent in Spanish and English, explaining the formation and flora and fauna of the canyon. Our driver provided for a safe and pleasant drive at all times. On the way back we stopped for lunch which was truly exceptional (I recommend the Carapulcra dish (made with fried potatoes). Before we noticed, in the course of the day a bunch of strangers had turned into friends. Departure was at 6.30h. We were brought back by 5pm, so it was truly a full and magical day. Thanks to everyone.
Incredible and very exotic experience in the middle of a desert of sand and pebbles. The guide gave us good explanations and everything went very well. We recommend
Everything was perfect. Punctual and very friendly guide. Beautiful day. I highly recommend it. Go ahead with your eyes closed
Went to the Cañón de los Perdidos, which was really cool! Got to see the deep canon from above and was able to make some shots with my drone. Also walked for I think 2/2,5 hours in total and saw the area from the inside and got good informed by the guide who could explain well and tell us interesting facts about this place. Really recommended if you have some time left in Huacachina and or Ica, as there is not much to do at those places.
The guide was wonderful I had a bad present when getting into the vehicle the interior was very worn and the exterior repainted new (make up) we stayed broken in the desert on the return 3hr1/2 about in total the driver confessed to us that the company knew the mechanical problems of the vehicle but decorated him the vehicle with 2 stripes of water to fill the radiator as there were 6 leaks of coolant on the hoses we had 4 times he used all the water in his possession and all the water we had to drink halfway back they stopped the engine was overheating total the water coming out of the cooling system through the 6 holes we waited for another vehicle that brought 30liters of water for 2 hours and had to argue with him for him to bring us back because he wanted us to stay in the vehicle with problems and the driver to bring us back to ica by filling the radiator every 15minute
Bonjour Nous espérons que vous allez très bien, tout d’abord nous nous excusons pour la gêne occasionnée, C’est la première fois que ce type de panne nous arrive puisque la visite du canyon est une destination nouvelle et aventureuse et super belle, nous avons du personnel formé aux premiers secours et des connaisseurs du désert car facilement on peut se perdre. Pour nous, les commentaires des clients sont importants mais nous sommes conscients que le commentaire que vous mentionnez est très exagéré car nous avons dans notre flotte de mobilités de surveillance GPS et la mobilité sont préparées pour cet itinéraire de sentiers et de pierres, il n’a été arrêté que 1 heure et 20 minutes et non 3 heures comme mentionné, après avoir reçu le rapport de notre guide, nous avons fait le changement de mobilité de l’aide et les avons transférés à chaque client à son hôtel et ils se sont excusés pour le cas car il s’agit d’une visite aventureuse est machine et vous pouvez toujours voir une panne même s’il s’agit d’une nouvelle voiture, nous serons plus préparés grâce à votre commentaire grâce
The view was amazing and the hike was fun. Great for a family. Bring water and sunscreen! The drive to the canyon was a main part of the experience, because there were no roads! It is called Canyon of the Lost because people got lost trying to get there! Great seeing the vultures! The reason this tour received 4/5 is because the lunch was not included and yet we were not given any options on where to eat. We had to eat at the one place they stopped. The tour description did not include a wine tasting sales pitch. The wine tasting ended up being disappointing.
A very good experience, although the drive is more distant and the desert road is rough, but it is worth seeing the natural beauty of the canyon. Emilio took the information about the canyon on WhatsApp in the morning, explaining and taking care of climbing stone levels along the way. Also helps how to capture beautiful photos. Very responsible tour guide.
I loved the unique geology of the Canyon of the Lost. Our tour guide was attentive and friendly. We had a great tour
Excellent experience towards the Canyon of the Lost, it must be said that the guide was impeccable with his curious facts and clear and precise information. Add to Oscar the driver for his willingness to wait for us while we toured the beautiful place a 10/10
The view was amazing and its really ín the full desert! The driver was incredible! We went on the "no Roads", without sign or GPS. The Way a little bit long but absolutly enjoy! So exciting when you go on a real dessert.
