Stone forests where you can explore and engage in adventure sports.

Adventurer, are you in search of a new feat, but don't know where to visit? Don't worry, here you will find the best exotic destinations of stone forests that you can visit. Yes, monumental and exquisite rock formations that are found throughout Peru. Additionally, you can take advantage and engage in adventure sports in the place Can you imagine? Exploring majestic stone forests and at the same time having the opportunity to go trekking, rock climbing, among other extreme sports, but all in one place? Definitely, a luxurious adventure experience!

Stone Forests in Peru

1. Stone Forest in Lima

Marcahuasi

How incredible! Marcahuasi, adventurer, is just a step away from the city of Lima. Located in Huarochirí, these stone forests have unimaginable shapes, so much so, that they will leave you reflecting on the greatness of Mother Earth and your place in it. But, what is the starting point to explore these magnificent stone forests? The journey begins from San Pedro de Casta until reaching 3,950 meters above sea level. However, trekking in this place is moderate, so if you want to save energy to reach the highest point, we recommend that you do part of the journey on horseback. But if you are in good physical condition, then don't hesitate, adventurer: you will do everything on foot and climbing. [caption id="attachment_3363" align="aligncenter" width="2048"] “La Casa del Protector” housing enigmatic stone forests | Photo: Flickr See also: 5 places for trekking in Lima

2. Stone Forest in Arequipa

Imata

Adventurer, when you step into this stone forest of Imata, one of the most important places in the province of Arequipa, you will notice its whimsical, almost surreal shapes that will leave you contemplating and exploring them for several kilometers. Additionally, these rock formations, caused by the volcanic activity of the area, are not only original and to some extent strange, but as soon as you see them, you will immediately see in them: prehistoric animals, faces, silhouettes, Andean birds, and even monsters. What adventure sports can you practice? Trekking and mountain biking are the classics in this place. [caption id="attachment_3357" align="aligncenter" width="770"] Stone forests with whimsical shapes See also: Adventure Destination: Arequipa

3. Stone Forest in Pasco

Huayllay

This stone forest, adventurer, turns out to be one of the most spectacular in all of Peru. In fact, did you know that almost one hundred percent of its rock formations are of volcanic origin? Here, you can marvel at the different shapes evoked by these stone forests, such as: an elephant, a snake, a bear, a snail, among other figures that will leave you more than amazed. And how to get to the Huayllay Sanctuary? If you take a bus from Lima to Pasco, after this journey, all you have to do is connect with a collective that will take you to Canchacucho - Huayllay. And in terms of adventure sports? What can you do? Well, Trekking, cycling, and climbing! In addition to fishing, horseback riding, and taking photos. Activities that allow you to experience true experiential tourism. [caption id="attachment_3364" align="aligncenter" width="2048"] The most important geological museum on the planet | Photo: Flickr

4. Stone Forest in Ancash

Hatun Machay

Adventurer, did you know that the rocks of the stone forests of Hatun Machay reach heights of up to 60 meters? In fact, this “Cueva Grande” houses the most impressive stone forests, so much so that they are the most sought after by most tourists around the world. Adventure sports? The most common are trekking, rock climbing, and mountain biking. And if you want to add more adrenaline to the mix, you can do slacklining, that is, walking on the tightrope. [caption id="attachment_3365" align="aligncenter" width="2048"] The “Cueva Grande” that shelters the most impressive stone forests in Peru | Photo: Flickr

5. Stone Forest in Junín - Huancayo

Torre Torre

These dreamlike stone forests, adventurer, are truly stone jewels. As soon as you delight in their shapes, you will see castles and towers that have been carved by the wind and rains, in addition to the climatic changes that have occurred over time. So, adventurer, get ready physically, because the extreme sports most practiced here are climbing and trekking. And if you love taking photos, well, this is the perfect place, due to the great depth of field in the landscape, to take impactful shots. [caption id="attachment_3366" align="aligncenter" width="800"] A totally magical stone forest | Photo: explorock

6. Stone Forest in Cajamarca

Cumbemayo

Located 20 km from the city of Cajamarca, Cumbemayo, adventurer, is simply heaven. Its stone forests, Los Frailones (it received this name precisely because it looked like a procession of friars), are located at over 3000 meters above sea level. Truly, its rock formations will stay in your memory forever. And the sky that covers them simply You will want to touch it! It looks like a celestial blue from a painting, as if taken from a picture. That beautiful, that simple. Adventure sports? Here, the most emblematic is mountain biking, downhill, which starts at the top of Cumbemayo, to descend at full speed to the square of Cajamarca in approximately 15 minutes. [caption id="attachment_3362" align="aligncenter" width="2048"] Photo: Flickr

7. Stone Forest in Apurímac

Pampachiri

These mysterious rock formations, which rise like a kind of fangs (conical shapes) that can reach up to 10 meters in height, originated, nothing more and nothing less than, three million years ago due to the volcanic material and magma from the Sotaya and Qarwarasu hills near the place. And adventure sports? Trekking, whose route will take you to Roqrosqa lagoon. In addition, adventurer, you have Andahuaylas with good air currents for you to practice paragliding or hang gliding. [caption id="attachment_3367" align="aligncenter" width="2048"] The mysterious stone forest | Photo: Flickr

8. Stone Forest in Apurímac

Páncula

Here, adventurer, the rock formations reach up to 8 meters in height, yes, but it is their pyramidal shapes that make it imposing and even more so when at the top of the rock you find quartz. Adventure sports? If there is good wind, dare to practice paragliding or hang gliding. In addition to trekking, of course! [caption id="attachment_3370" align="aligncenter" width="924"] La Pampa de los pabellones - Photo: Peru

9. Stone Forest in Huancavelica

Sachapite

Located 20 km from Huancavelica, adventurer, as soon as you arrive at the place, get ready to observe this set of stone formations, which combined with the changes in light give rise to quite strange images as if it were an enchanted place. In this stone forest you can see figures, such as: the guinea pig, the llama, the nun, the skull, faces, among others. [caption id="attachment_3369" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Enchanted stone forest - Photo: Panoramio Well, adventurer, if you didn't have plans... Now you have several options to delight your eyes with the mysterious and beautiful stone forests of Peru and also feel all that adrenaline from the adventure sports that can be done in the place. And, adventurer, which destination will you choose for this weekend?