Olleros has some of the best routes, such as the Santo Domingo de los Olleros to San Bartolo route, one of the most challenging cycling circuits in Lima for adventure sports enthusiasts, due to its steep inclines and soft terrain, which is why only experts can tackle it.

Santo Domingo de los Olleros is located in the province of Huarochirí, a district known for being one of the main producers of prickly pears in the country, with over 50 kilometers of prickly pear plantations.

The adventure sport practiced in this area of the Huarochirí province is mountain biking. Here, you can find one of the best routes in Lima, which we will describe below.

Where It Takes Place

It starts in Buena Vista at the high part of Santo Domingo de los Olleros at 3300 meters above sea level. The endpoint is at San Bartolo beach, at sea level.

Route

Santo Domingo de los Olleros - San Bartolo

The journey begins from the town of Buena Vista located in the upper part of Olleros, and after a 5-minute climb on a small trail, the first part of the descent to the district center starts, covering a 6-kilometer stretch to warm up and get ready for the journey.

Then, there is a 20-kilometer descent with a drop of about 2500 meters until reaching Huayco, the entire route is characterized by being very arid. The terrain varies, sometimes firm and at other times very sandy and loose with many rocky areas.

Once in Huayco (a good place to rest and recharge), the route continues through the Quebrada Cruz de Hueso, a 30-kilometer path that separates from the sea. Finally, you arrive at San Bartolo, where you can enjoy a well-deserved swim at the beach after the intense journey.

Santo Domingo de los Olleros is also the venue for national MTB championships, such as the ones organized annually by A Puro Pedal. There are also other routes, although less popular, such as Olleros - Pachacámac and Olleros - Cucuyá.

Cycling Route Olleros - San Bartolo