Refugio Volcanes, Samaipata, La Yunga
3 days / 2 nights
For those who adore the subtropical nature, hiking, and just being outdoors, this is the ideal tour. Explore Samaipata and the ruins of El Fuerte, La Yunga with its stunning forest of giant ferns; and the Serranía and Refugio Volcanes, a tropical jungle with crystalline waterfalls.
Map
Included / Not included
- Bilingual guide
- Tickets and Taxes
- Private service
- Accommodation and meals mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips.
- Depart from Santa Cruz to Samaipata (120 km – 3 hours).
- From Samaipata, travel to the ruins of El Fuerte, offering breathtaking views of sub-Andean nature.
- Upon reaching the ruins of El Fuerte, explore South America's most significant pre-Hispanic example of rock architecture, declared a Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
- Next, visit the city of Samaipata, touring the museum and wandering around the city.
- Conclude the day at El Pueblito Resort, where dinner is served and you'll stay overnight.
- Includes: Accommodation, lunch, and dinner.
- Embark on a 2-hour hike in this magnificent area before returning to Samaipata.
- Continue your journey with a visit to Serranía Volcanes (1.5 hours). You'll also explore Refugio Volcanes, nestled deep in a valley surrounded by tropical forests and clear waterfalls.
- Note: Permissible entry times are from 09:30 to 16:00.
- Venture through interpretive trails, appreciating the rich diversity of orchids and bromeliads. You'll also have the chance to spot various animals.
- Spend the night at Refugio Volcanes, where dinner will be provided.
- Includes: Accommodation, breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Post breakfast, hike the trails of Amboró National Park with a local guide.
- Afterward, enjoy lunch, and you'll be driven back to Santa Cruz.
- *Includes: Breakfast and lunch.
WHAT TO BRING:
- Comfortable walking shoes, cap, long-sleeve pants and shirt (preferably cotton), raincoat, swimsuit.
- Mosquito repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, camera with proper protection, jacket or sweater for nighttime walks.
- Copy of passport (page with personal data) and entry stamp page.
NOTE
Yellow Fever vaccination recommended.
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