Arequipa Mountain Biking

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Arequipa Mountain Biking

  • Experience an exhilarating ride through the Las Rocas Park and the Chilina Valley

  • Enjoy the stunning view of a natural park and a valley

  • An unforgettable two-wheel adventure you can’t miss!

Join us for an amazing ride and get to know a different side to Arequipa! Also known as the White City, Arequipa is located in southwest Peru, and is famous for the 3 volcanoes which provide a majestic backdrop to the city.

AVAILABILITY

All year round

DURATION

3 hours

START LOCATION

Arequipa hotel and hostel pickup

END LOCATION

Arequipa central area

OPERATOR NAME

CUSIPATA RAFTING

START TIME

08:00 or 14:00

Physical Level

Demanding

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

We start the adventure with pick-up from hotels or hostels located in the central area of Arequipa. We will go to the base where you will get the equipment and the bicycle.

Las Rocas Park: We will go to the district of Alto Selva Alegre, where we will find the Parque de Las Rocas. The journey from the city to the park will take about half an hour. We will have the option of accessing through the Hoyos Rubios sector or through the Chilina side, enjoying the scenery along the way.

Mountain bike exploration: Once in Las Rocas Park, we will prepare for the exciting mountain bike adventure. For 2 hours, we will visit the park and the beautiful Valley of Chilina on mountain bikes. Depending on the capacity of the group, we can cover between 20 to 40 kilometers, enjoying the diversity of terrains and landscapes.

Las Rocas Park: During the bike tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the fascinating rock formations that have been shaped by water and wind erosion over time. These rocks have zoomorphic figures, resembling animal profiles, which create a magical and unique atmosphere.

Panoramic viewpoints: In the park, you will find three viewpoints strategically located from where you can appreciate the impressive views of the Chilina Valley and the Chili River. enjoy the beautiful nature that surrounds you and capture unforgettable moments.

Fauna and flora: Las Rocas Park is home to a wide diversity of fauna and flora. During the tour by bicycle, you will be able to observe lizards and vizcachas that move throughout the park. In addition, you will have the possibility of spotting foxes and snakes, which are part of this unique ecosystem.

Sacred Huaca: As a finishing touch, we will visit the sacred huaca, an archaeological site that belongs to the Churajon culture. This historic and holy place will allow us to connect with the region's rich history and legacy culture.

Return: After enjoying an exciting bike ride and exploring the Parque de Las Rocas, we will start the return to the city of Arequipa, where we will leave you in the central area of the city.


Note: Minimum 2 passengers for this tour.
Note: Minimum height 1.50 cm

TOUR TICKETS (MAY VARY BY DATE)
Ticket Price(USD)
TOUR PRICE (All ages) - Min 2 paxs 70.00 (USD)
TOUR ITINERARY

07:45 - 08:00 / 13: 45 - 14:00

Pick up from your hotel or hostel


08:00 - 08:30 / 14:00 - 14:30

Bike transfer to Alto Selva Alegre


08:30 - 10:30 / 14:30 - 16:30

Visti the Parque las Rocas and Huaca sagrada with bike


10:30 - 11am / 16:30 - 17:00

Return to Arequipa.


11:00 / 17:00

Drop off; end of tour


INCLUDED

- Transportation by 4X4 truck.
- Bilingual specialized guide (English - Spanish)
- Equipment: Mountain bike in perfect condition with 29-inch rim, brakes hydraulic disc, helmet, and gloves.
- Snack to replenish energy.

NOT INCLUDED

- Tips

RECOMMENDED

- Comfortable sportswear
- Windbreaker jacket
- Small backpack
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent


Please note that this more than 40km ride will take us more than 2 hours by bike. Considering the 2300m altitude, this will be a physically demanding tour.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation or changes of this tour:

CHANGES: It is FREE to change the tour date before 6:00 pm (Lima time) 1 day before the tour begins.

NO SHOWS & CANCELLATIONS: If you cancel the day prior to the tour before 6:00 pm (Lima time) or earlier, a 10% administration fee (+ the card fee) will apply. After this time, there is a 100% no-show or cancellation fee.

You must email bookings@findlocaltrips.com (include the name of the tour and the reservation number) to cancel this tour or to make any changes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
  1. I cannot find my accommodation listed in the operator pick up locations as I’m making my booking. What should I select?

    This operator only offers pick-ups from the hotel and hostel accommodation listed, this covers over 90% of the accommodation providers in the area. They do not provide pick-ups or drop-offs at private residences, Airbnbs, bus terminals etc. Select an alternative close by, and be ready there for pick-up at the time on your booking confirmation.

  2. Do I need to be fit for this tour?

    We do request that passengers have optimal physical condition since it is a pedaling route (it is not downhill) It is ideal for passengers who usually do pedaling routes of 20km or more regularly. Otherwise, you might not complete the circuit.

  3. Do I need to prepare for the tour?

    Wear comfortable clothing, a windbreaker jacket, and sneakers/trainers. A healthy breakfast or lunch is advised, and sunscreen is recommended.

  4. How many people are in each tour?

    We conduct tours with a minimum of 2 people, and a maximum of 5 people.

  5. Why book with FindLocalTrips.com?

    Apart from our low-price guarantee, with us you are 100% assured that your booking is made. We provide an instant email confirmation, and have live spaces and availability for each tour. If you have any queries, you are in the hands of our team of 20 local experts here on the ground, who speak perfect Spanish and English. We guarantee quick responses to any questions or queries. Tour operators are experts at operating their tours... We are the experts at reservations, organisation and assistance with your plans for these tours.

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