Lunahuaná

Lunahuaná is the ideal destination for adventure sports enthusiasts, who seek the tranquility of a valley near Lima. Here we will find beautiful landscapes, a lot of history, and above all, a lot of adventure.

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Where is Lunahuaná located

Lunahuaná is one of the 16 districts that make up the province of Cañete located in the region of Lima, 185 kilometers south of Lima, almost a 3-hour drive from the capital.

One of the most visited places in this district is the Valle de Lunahuaná, a tourist attraction that year after year attracts a growing number of visitors, who travel to the place mainly attracted by the different adventure activities and sports that can be practiced, as well as the celebration of festivities related to the latter.

The Valle de Lunahuaná offers the spectacle of the Cañete River and is ideal for adventure sports or outdoor activities such as rafting, mountain biking, and hiking (excursions through the mountains or among the estates). Rafting (rafting in Lunahuaná) is the most popular in the Valle de Lunahuaná and it is recommended to practice it in the month of February. Additionally, other sports such as canopy (canopy in Lunahuaná), which is the longest in South America, can also be practiced.

How to get to Valle de Lunahuaná?

• Getting to Lunahuaná by bus: you can choose to take an interprovincial bus from various stops and stations (Plaza Vea stops, Atocongo, or Parque Zonal) in Lima to Cañete. Get off at San Vicente, then take a bus to Imperial and then another one to Lunahuaná, which is located 38 km east of San Vicente de Cañete (Capital of the Province of Cañete).

• Getting to Lunahuaná by own car: you must take Av. Circunvalación and continue to the Panamericana Sur. After leaving the city of Lima and passing through the towns of Asia, Mala, and Cerro Azul, take the highway that goes to the left leading to the town of San Vicente de Cañete (kilometer 144 of the Panamericana Sur) and continue with the detour that goes to the left towards the town of Imperial; from here, the trip to our destination is reduced to less than half an hour. Crossing the Socso bridge indicates that we have arrived at the Valle de Lunahuaná.

Time and fares to Lunahuaná

• The travel time from Lima to Cañete is 2 hours and the bus fare varies from 8 to 15 soles.
• Upon arriving at San Vicente de Cañete, we must take a bus to Imperial, which takes only 10 minutes and costs 1 sol, then we will take another bus to Lunahuaná, which will cost us 4 soles; we can also take shared taxis that cost 5 soles and can be found a block away from the Imperial stop.

Climate in Valle de Lunahuaná

Pleasant spring-like climate, sun almost all year round. The best time of the year is during the months of March to September, when there is sun almost every day.

Altitude: 479 meters above sea level. Average temperature: Between 15°C and 25°C

What adventure sports can I do in Lunahuaná?

• Canopy
• Rafting
• Mountain Biking
• Trekking
• Rappelling
• kayaking
• ATVs

The Valle de Lunahuaná is not only interesting for the adventure sports that can be practiced here, but also for the different vineyards found in it and for gastronomic tourism such as shrimp caught from the river, and horseback riding.

For over 25 years, the traditional International Sports & Eco Adventure Festival has been held in Lunahuaná in the month of April. It is an event that aims to preserve the Valle de Lunahuaná and promote the practice of adventure sports, including kayaking, rafting, rappelling, canopy, and more.

Tourist attractions in Lunahuaná

Incahuasi (Kilometer 35 Cañete-Yauyo Road)
Located is the Inca Palace of Lunahuana, where you can tour and learn about the Inca structure dating back to the 15th century. It is said to have served as a fortress during the conquest of the Guarco valley.

Catapalla (Kilometer 40 Cañete-Yauyos Road)
Here we find the most important grape producer in the region, also popular for the sale of honey, pollen, and fruit trees. You can also visit the Catapalla Hanging Bridge.

Additionally, there are Quilmaná, Pacarán, opportunities for wine tasting in the city center, riding ATVs or motocross, and various lodging options in Lunahuaná.

Lunahuaná is an excellent choice for spending any weekend.

Reference:

• wikipedia