Salinas Arequipa for a day
Description
Our tour starts pickup from 6:00 am to 6:30 am. We work with small groups and a maximum of 18 people, offering more personalized attention for each traveler. In addition, our certified guides are highly recommended on TripAdvisor, ensuring a safe, fun and enriching experience throughout the tour.
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Itinerary
On the way to the Salinas Lagoon, we will make a short stop in the picturesque town of Chiguata. Founded in colonial times, this charming place stands out for its traditional architecture and beautiful views of the Misti volcano. Here, tourists will be able to stretch their legs, take pictures and enjoy the tranquility of a town with a lot of history and culture. In addition, the guide will share interesting facts about the historical and cultural importance of Chiguata before continuing with the tour.
We will arrive at salt flats with a stunning view of the some bordered by imposing volcanoes, visit the community of Chilitia, where tourists can enjoy a special moment interacting with adorable llamas and alpacas and have the opportunity to buy local snacks or drinks. Then, we will continue to the Salinas Lagoon for the main activities: taking creative perspective photographs and taking advantage of the mirror effect of the salt flat to capture unique images. A fun experience full of memorable moments! We will also take hikes in the lagoon to explore, take unique photographs and observe the local fauna, such as the elegant parinas (Andean flamingos). The guide will provide information on the formation of the salt flat, its biodiversity and the importance of the place in the region. A perfect time to connect with nature in its purest form! Remember that for water mirror season it is the months of February to May.
In the Lojen Thermal Baths, tourists can enjoy a relaxing swim in mineral-rich waters, ideal for relieving travel fatigue while surrounding themselves with the imposing Andean nature. It is a perfect experience to recharge and continue the adventure. Just a few steps away, you will find the Lojen Mini Volcano, a fascinating geological formation with small fumaroles and bubbling hot springs, which shows the underground volcanic activity of the area. This unique phenomenon is a must-see point of interest for nature and geology lovers.
Back, we will make a stop in the village of Chiguata to enjoy a delicious lunch in a quiet and welcoming atmosphere. Here, tourists can taste typical dishes of the Andean region, while relaxing and enjoying the panoramic views of the volcanic landscape. A perfect break to recharge before concluding the tour in the city of Arequipa.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We collect all participants from accommodation in the city center of Arequipa, for accommodation outside this area, a meeting point will be established.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
Everything Excellent, they were kind and attentive at all times.
Muchas gracias, por el comentario siempre atentos a nuestros pasajeritos. ^-^
Beautiful tour It is recommended to do it by the end of March to appreciate the water mirrors
The visit we have made in Salinas Arequipa has been very good, the landscape with the volcanoes, the lagoon and the animals that inhabit it have been the icing. We had the option of taking a bath in the sulphurous waters, but I wasn't mentalised. Congratulate the guide José for all the explanations he has given us and also for his kindness and professionalism.
This tour included a few stops around Salinas and a breakfast and lunch stop. It is a lot of driving and the van is completely packed and very uncomfortable (shocks were worn out, roads were extremely bumpy, air quality was low and difficult to breathe in the dust). The description in Viator, however, is not accurate. You will need CASH only for breakfast and lunch, and additional CASH for entrance to one of the Salinas stops, despite what the description says. The hot springs are listed as optional, but not attending means sitting in the bus while others visit. Our guide was kind and upbeat, the highlight of the service.
Very good tour, had fun. The guide very good, we loved it and will return. The lagoon looked amazing. 100% Recommended. 😁
