Pumapaqcha Waterfall
Description
The waterfall is located on the circuit known as the "Mythical Waterfalls," as it groups together a set of waterfalls and due to its high concentration of positive and magnetic energy, it is frequently visited by witches and shamans. Additionally, it has a ten-meter high slope that, when falling, flows into a beautiful natural lagoon, a place used for refreshing, even though it may be cold as it originates from the melting of the nearby snow-capped mountains.
Where is the Pumapaqcha Waterfall located?
The natural resource is located in the district and province of Cangallo, in the region of Ayacucho.
What is the climate like at the waterfall?
It has a warm climate.
Altitude:
Cangallo is at 2,570 meters above sea level.
How to get to the Pumapaqcha Waterfall?
Getting there by bus: If coming from Lima by land, it is a journey of approximately 12 to 13 hours. Then take a 2-hour and 30-minute trip from the city of Ayacucho, which is 100 km away. Getting there by plane: If by air, the journey takes 40 minutes. In the second leg, the trip from Ayacucho to Cangallo is done by combis, which depart and return constantly.
What adventure sports can be done at the waterfall?
- Trekking
- Swimming in the lagoon
In Cangallo, there are three waterfalls: Each one can be visited in 45 minutes.
- Batán
- Pumapaqcha
- Qorimaqna
Key Destination Data
Altitude
2800.50 m.s.n.m.
Best Season
Abril a Octubre (temporada seca)
Climate
Templado de montaña
Natural Region
Sierra
📍 Location
📍 Cangallo, Ayacucho
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