The Antankallo Waterfall, is part of some of the waterfalls that can be located in the Lima region. This waterfall is located in the district of Matucana, in the province of Huarochirí, in the Rímac Valley itself.
The Antankallo Waterfall has been, nowadays, an ecological resource that is promoted by many tourist companies in the capital, due to its proximity to the city and, at the same time, the different panorama it offers, in contrast to it.
The Antankallo Waterfall, is one of the waterfalls in Peru, with the most attractive access, which is offered as a wonderful excursion route. The waterfall known as Antankallo, includes a twenty-meter slope, through which the water rushes towards a natural pool. When going on an excursion you will be able to have a view of the waterfall, after which, if you wish, you can descend towards its pool to take a good dip.
The tour begins in the Los Olivos valley, a place where the inhabitants dedicate themselves to raising cattle, with the production of milk and cheese.
In addition, in this area the houses have been painted representing the 32 districts of the province of Huarochirí, where the tradition and customs of each town are reflected.
This place is ideal for adventure tourism such as trekking and mountain biking. Always bound for the famous Antankallo waterfall, which is also called the "friendship waterfall", with its 20 meters high.
From Lima you can book full day tours to this place at travel agencies. So you don't worry about anything because everything is properly organized. You only have to enjoy your family outing.
As you ascend the mountains, the air begins to blow more intensely. However, the walk is easy, ideal for those who are new to hiking or trekking.
The view of the landscape is impressive, the mountains and precipices are impressive. Even more so because of that capricious form of nature that the locals have baptized as "La Cabeza de León".
The path continues to the so-called Bosque de Piedras, made by the same inhabitants of the place. They have their houses in the surroundings to take care of their cattle.
After ascending a mountain and having walked for approximately 2 hours, the famous waterfall is finally visible.
The inhabitants affirm that there is a story regarding this waterfall: the couples in love who come and swear eternal love in this place, it is said that they will live happily ever after.
Another of Matucana's attractions is the old train station, an obligatory passage for the trains that come from La Oroya bringing minerals. Its origin dates from the beginnings of the railway industry in Peru in 1851.
In order to get to this waterfall, it is necessary to have a travel plan, either your own, or hand in hand with a tourist company. The road to the waterfall begins in Matucana, and presents a 2.5 km pedestrian path. This walk can be done on foot, in approximately less than two hours. The reason why the walk can be prolonged depends on the season in which the resource is visited and the physical condition of the participants. It must be borne in mind that it is necessary to ascend to reach the waterfall and that these ascending paths can tire inexperienced hikers.
As the waterfall is a highly promoted tourist attraction in Lima, the entrance to the resource requires payment for an entrance ticket. The entrance ticket to the waterfall costs s/2.00 for adults and s/1.00 for children. It is recommended that visits take place in the summer.
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