09:00 After beginning our ride at “Hacienda del Chalán”, we cross the Vilcanota river over a traditional suspended bridge. The next part of the path runs along the side of the river crossing through an area of native forest where it is possible to see one of the biggest Inka cementeries along the side of the path. We pass by the village of Yanahuara until we arrive at the Tarabamba suspended bridge that we need to cross to get to Salinas after climbing a narrow path up to the mountain.
10:45 Arrival at Salinas and walking tour of the salt pans complex.
11:30 Return to the valley.
13:00 Arrival at Hacienda del Chalán.
PRICE: US$ 120 PER PERSON
Students / Volunteers: $5 USD discount only with valid student card / certification
Organized Groups: We offer private tours and departure at any time
Group size: 1 – 10 participants
DATE: Monday – Saturday (all year)
RECOMMENDATIONS
If this is your first time going to the Andes or high mountains we recommend getting information about ALTITUDE SICKNESS, see below for some websites recommended by high mountain doctors and scientists from over the world.
ISMM – International Society For Mountain Medicine
MEDEX – Medical Expeditions
INCLUDES
✔ Professional English speaker tour guide / experienced rider.
✔ Well-groomed Peruvian Paso Horse.
✔ Helmet
NOT INCLUDED
X Private transfer to the ranch/round trip. (We can organize this for an additional fee)
X Tips for guide and camp staff.
X Entrance tickets for Salinas.
PACKING LIST
Ｏ Rain jacket or poncho (December – April).
Ｏ Sweater and jacket (something warm if necessary).
Ｏ Hat or cap to protect you from the sun.
Ｏ Sun block (sun protection cream).
Ｏ Camera, plenty of film and spare batteries.
Ｏ Sunglasses
