Known as the 'Machu Picchu of the North', Kuelap is the largest ancient stone structure in South America. Here we provide our roundup of the best Kuelap hotels to base yourself at to visit these impressive ruins. Best Kuelap Hotels hand-picked by Aracari Accommodation is concentrated in the charming town of Chachapoyas, which offers three-star or B&B level options. Alternatively you can stay in the small town of Cocachimba, right by Gocta Waterfall, which is home to a couple of properties with spectacular views of the falls. These options can all be easily reach by road in 4-5hrs from Jaen airport, which has daily direct flights from Lima. Kuelap is an easy full day trip from all these options. The low footfall in this region means there are not many hotels of a high standard. Luckily, there are a few hidden gems that we've scouted out and personally tried and tested! Below are Aracari's top handpicked Kuelap hotels for a visit to the archaeological site and the wider Chachapoyas region Read Aracari's Peru's Best Kept Secret Kuelap and Chachapoyas itinerary and contact us today to start planning your adventure! Gocta Natura - immerse yourself in the cloud forest This place is our top pick of Kuelap hotels. Offering eco-friendly boutique accommodation, the five individual cabins are built with privacy and comfort in mind, and tastefully decorated with beautiful touches. Located on the outskirts of the village of Cocachimba, the Kuelap complex is a 2-hour drive away, making it the perfect base for a day trip. The other main attraction is Gocta waterfall, which you can hike to directly from Gocta Natura then rest weary feet in the hotel pool after your walk. Delicious home-cooked meals are served communally on the deck of the main cabin; this is also the owner's home, creating a true home-away-from-home feel. Wifi is being implemented
Known as the ‘Machu Picchu of the North‘, Kuelap is the largest ancient stone structure in South America. Here we provide our roundup of the best Kuelap hotels to base yourself at to visit these impressive ruins. Best Kuelap Hotels hand-picked by Aracari Accommodation is concentrated in the charming town of Chachapoyas,…
Marisol, Founder & CEO of Aracari, and the Aracari team are just back from an in-depth research trip to Kuelap and the Chachapoyas region. We've been hard at work (and play!) testing out accommodation, hikes, and other excursions to ensure that we're experts on, and offer the very best of, the region. Aracari's Trip to Kuelap and Chachapoyas Why 2017 is the time to visit Kuelap and Chachapoyas There is now a daily direct flight from Lima to Jaen, improving access to Kuelap and Gocta waterfall, two of the area's main attractions. A new cable-car system has been built at Kuelap (due to open 2017), cutting down the journey time and offering stunning panoramic views of the cloud forest and valleys. Now that Aracari has done an extensive inspection trip, we have hand-picked properties, tried and tested activities, and established 'insider-access' experiences to offer through Marisol's contacts. Check out our 5-day 'Peru's Best Kept Secret' itinerary Day 1: Flight Lima-Jaen, transfer to Gocta Natura and Gocta Lodge After a quick flight we were met at the airport in Jaen by our guide Julio to begin the journey to Gocta. The drive was very scenic with the vegetation changing from fertile agricultural land with rice paddies and coconut groves to steep mountain ravines as you climb higher. There are a few interesting stops along the way including the rivers, views down the valley, and a waterfall. Once we arrived to Gocta (the nearby village is Cocachimba), our group split in two, to stay at Gocta Natura and Gocta Andes Lodge. For dinner we reconvened at Gocta Natura and enjoyed a lovely home-cooked meal on the terrace. Aracari insight: Gocta Natura is our top pick - think homely lodge with style. The owner Rocio treats you like visiting friends with her home-cooked meals and hospitality. Gocta
Marisol, Founder & CEO of Aracari, and the Aracari team are just back from an in-depth research trip to Kuelap and the Chachapoyas region. We’ve been hard at work (and play!) testing out accommodation, hikes, and other excursions to ensure that we’re experts on, and offer the very best of, the…
Chachapoyas, situated deep in Peru's northern Sierra, is steeped in history, peppered with the remnants of powerful pre-Inca civilizations, and contains vast swathes of dramatic, rugged landscapes. The must-see sites of a tailormade Chachapoyas tour will take you to the impressive ruins of Kuelap, perched on a hilltop overlooking stunning scenery, and hike to the towering Gocta Waterfall. However, there's plenty more to see in the region from little-visited ruins to hiking trails tucked away in the cloud forest. Here Aracari shares suggested Chachapoyas Tour itineraries and information on visiting the area. Chachapoyas Tour Itineraries Here's our roundup of our recommended, tried and tested, Chachapoyas tour itineraries and the best things to do in the area. All Aracari's itineraries are private and can be tailormade to suit your interests, travel dates and accommodation preferences. Read our Chachapoyas Itinerary Peru's Best Kept Secret - 5 Days / 4 nights The Must-See Highlights: Chachapoyas tour - 4 Days Day 1 - Fly direct from Lima to Jaen and transfer to Gocta Natura Cabins Day 2 - Hike through farms and cloud forest to Gocta Waterfall, among the tallest in the world Day 3 - Visit Kuelap, a remarkable pre-Inca archaelogical site constructed by the Chachapoyas people. Day 4 - Transfer to Jaen for return domestic flight to Lima Discover More: Chachapoyas Tour - 5 Days Day 1 - Fly direct from Lima to Jaen and transfer to Kentitambo Lodge in Leymebamba Day 2 - Visit the funerary tombs of Revash. Visit the Museum of Leymebamba, with an exclusive access visits allowing you behind-the-scenes access to the museum's depostiory with the founder Day 3 - Visit Kuelap, a remarkable pre-Inca archaelogical site constructed by the Chachapoyas people. Transfer to Gocta Natura Cabins Day 4 - Hike to Gocta Waterfall Day 5 - Transfer to Jaen for return domestic flight to
Chachapoyas, situated deep in Peru’s northern Sierra, is steeped in history, peppered with the remnants of powerful pre-Inca civilizations, and contains vast swathes of dramatic, rugged landscapes. The must-see sites of a tailormade Chachapoyas tour will take you to the impressive ruins of Kuelap, perched on a hilltop overlooking stunning scenery,…
