4.8(5 reviews)
Kuelap Fortress Cable Car Tour
FromPEN 175.2
8 hours
Chachapoyas, Peru
About this activity
Experience a scenic cable car ride to Kuelap Fortress, exploring ancient ruins and enjoying panoramic views, with an optional horseback ride to the summit.
Highlights
- Scenic cable car ride over Andean mountains
- Explore ancient Kuelap Fortress ruins
- Breathtaking panoramic views from the summit
- Optional horseback ride to the fortress
- Learn about pre-Inca civilizations
Full description
Discover the ancient Kuelap Fortress, a testament to pre-Inca civilizations, on this exciting day trip from Chachapoyas. Begin with a scenic cable car ride over the Andean mountains, offering breathtaking views of the lush landscape. Upon arrival, embark on a guided tour of the fortress, delving into its rich history and architectural marvels. For those seeking adventure, an optional horseback ride to the mountain summit provides an exhilarating way to reach the site. This tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it a must-do for travelers seeking an authentic Peruvian experience.
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip cable car transportation from Chachapoyas
- Guided tour of Kuelap Fortress
- Optional horseback ride to the mountain summit
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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In the morning, we will go to Kuelap, a majestic architectural site built by the Chachapoyas. On our way, we will make a brief stop for a panoramic view of the Macro Archaeological site, also known as "Macro Towers" for its characteristic design. Macro is located on the side of a hill overlooking Utcubamba river. As follows we will go to Nuevo Tingo town, where we will board the bus that will take us to the Cable Car station. Once on board the modern cable cars, a short and safe trip will take us to the starting point of the visit to Kuelap. We may climb on foot to the "Fortress", which is built on top of the Cerro Barreta (3,000 m.a.s.l.). Kuelap is a place surrounded by beautiful landscapes; at first, it seems inaccessible since it is protected by colossal walls and cliffs on three of its four sides. It has three platforms, and inside they have circular buildings decorated with rhomboidal and zigzag friezes. Its complex interior architecture indicates it was a well-organized population group. The surrounding landscape and the natural scenarios makes it unforgettable. We will return to Nuevo Tingo town for lunch. Then return to Chachapoyas city.
Duration: 8 hoursAdmission: YES
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the availability of the optional horseback ride in advance.
- Check the weather forecast for the day of the tour to dress appropriately.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for booking and identification purposes.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and historical sites.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Good to know
- Use light clothing and comfortable shoes (light hiking boots)
- Bring at least 2 liters of water, hat, sunglasses, sunblock, repellent and camera with extra battery
- In rainy season (November to March): Bring raincoat
Traveler reviews
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Friendly staff, from bus to cable car, on foot, transportation is very convenient, the range of the remains is large, only part of the space is opened, there are still maintenance works in progress
achung88565Jul 4, 2025TRIPADVISOR
Unforgettable
Visiting Kuellap was a real highlight in my trip to Peru. The site is fantastic and getting there is equally exciting. The trip was very well organised and the driver and guide extermely polite and helpful
Roberto LJul 22, 2019TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Use light clothing and comfortable shoes (light hiking boots)
Bring at least 2 liters of water, hat, sunglasses, sunblock, repellent and camera with extra battery
In rainy season (November to March): Bring raincoat
