3 days and 2 nights into pristine jungle where sacred Chachapoya mummies rested.
One of the most challenging, remote, and rewarding expeditions in northern Peru. Three days and two nights deep inside the mountain rainforest to reach the sacred lake and understand the sacred funerary worldview of the Chachapoya.
Day 1: Chachapoyas – Leymebamba transfer. Begin challenging trek over highland páramo and muddy cloud forest (8 to 10 hrs) to lakeside shelter.
Day 2: Exploration of the lagoon by wooden boat, vertical approach to cliff mausoleums, and study of ancient pictographs.
Day 3: Return hike to Leymebamba, visit the community museum housing over 200 preserved mummies, and return to Chachapoyas.
Waterproof trekking boots or rubber boots (essential for deep mud), thermal wool/fleece layers, full change of clothes in dry bags, sleeping bag, headlamp, and trekking poles.
Includes: Certified bilingual mountain guide, local wranglers and pack horses for camping gear, trail meals, shelter stay, and rowboats.
Details to note: Leymebamba Museum entrance ticket and voluntary tips for the local community support team.
