Rock Climbing in Atiquipa

"The Lomas de Atiquipa is the perfect place to start rock climbing, as its geography allows for good training for adventure tourists who wish to practice this extreme sport, making the experience highly recommended."

Atiquipa is located in the province of Caraveli, in the department of Arequipa. It has an altitude of 325 meters above sea level. It is an excellent place for rock climbing, as its mountains and green hills are ideal for this extreme sport.

Climate in Atiquipa:

The climate in Atiquipa is temperate and dry, with temperatures averaging around 20°C.

December - August: This is the best season for rock climbing in Atiquipa, as it is a dry season.

Route to Atiquipa:

To reach Atiquipa in the province of Arequipa, you must head south on the highway to kilometer 601 and reach the town of Santa Rosa, then take the road to Jihuay Beach. In the Jihuay area, there are around 30 open blocks distributed in three zones.

The zones are: Left and Right facing the sea, The hills, and Dry river.

In the Lomas Forest (the best preserved in Peru), rock climbing can be done.

Technical data of Atiquipa:

What to bring for rock climbing in Atiquipa?

• Mountain boots.

• Climbing pants.

• Water bottle.

• Flashlight with spare bulb and battery.

• Sunscreen.

• First aid kit.