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1st Departure:
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05.31.2009
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Provider:
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Global Descents
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Destination:
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Central and South America > Peru
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Duration:
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11days
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At over twice the depth of Arizona's Grand Canyon, the Cotahuasi is the deepest canyon in the world! Measuring 11,587 feet from river to rim, this scarcely-explored Peruvian wilderness remains one of the most pristine environments on Earth. The Cotahuasi River Canyon features a rare glimpse into the Incan world; a geologic, floral, and faunal paradise; and a river-runner's dream! Draining the western slope of the Andes Mountains, the waterway courses 100 miles over a continuous series of Class IV and V drops, making it one of the most gripping stretches of commercially run whitewater anywhere. Visitors to the Cotahuasi encounter some the rarest and the most extraordinary Incan archeological sites, visit a quaint Peruvian village replete with natural hot springs, spot enormous Andean Condors, and experience one of the most fantastic wilderness river expeditions on Earth!
Cotahuasi - Brief Itinerary
Day 1- Arrive in Arequipa, met by your expedition leader and transfer to first class accommodations.
Day 2- Transfer from Arequipa to the Andean town of Cotahuasi.
Day 3- Explore the town of Cotahuasi and relax at local hot springs.
Day 4- Hike from Cotahuasi, around Sipia Falls, and down into the Cotahuasi Canyon and to the river.
Day 5-10- Rafting the Cotahuasi River, one of the world's greatest river expeditions.
Day 10- Float to he take-out and transfer to Arequipa for celebration fiesta and first class accommodations.
Day 11- Transfer to the airport for flight to Lima and home or on to your next destination.