Rock Climbing in Calambucos

Just 20 minutes from the White City lies an unmissable destination for brave rock climbers. Calambucos awaits them to engage in this great adventure sport.

Very close to the city of Arequipa, about 10 kilometers to the northwest, you'll find Calambucos. It is located in the Calambucos ravine, at the foothills of the Misti volcano.

Climate in Calambucos:

The climate is dry and sunny almost all year round, with temperatures ranging from 10 to 21 degrees.

• From June - August: Winter season, with temperatures dropping to 8 degrees below zero.

• From January - April: Rainy season, causing the river level to rise.

Route to get to Calambucos:

From the city of Arequipa, you can take buses heading towards the town of Independencia, which is very close to the district of Calambucos.

During the journey, you should get off at the path leading to the canyon and walk to the fork. It is advisable to take this route with a local guide, as there is only one. From there, you will descend into the canyon, where you will find two routes. Continuing 1 km to the left, you will come across a white rock marking the rappel point to “Chocho loco”. The most recommended route for beginners is the lower part, known as “La escuelita”.

The most well-known routes in this area include:

• Chocho loco (v).

• La ruta del arbolito (a+).

• La placa (6a).

• Faisan (6b).

• La Gerva (6b).

• Monito (6b).

• Tango Central (6 a+).

• Tango derecha (6 a).

• El primer sueco en la luna (6 a+).

• Quechua (6b).

Technical Data in Calambucos:

What to bring for climbing in Calambucos?

• Certified climbing harness.

• Climbing helmet.

• Anchoring rope.

• D-shaped carabiners with safety lock.

• Descender/Belay device.

• HMS or Pear-shaped carabiner with safety lock.

• 120cm sewn sling.

• Certified maillon.

• 5.5mm cord.

• Dynamic climbing rope with a diameter of 10 to 10.5mm and a length of 60-70 meters.

• Petzl Grigri with safety carabiner.