Fun activities for couples in Chachapoyas

Tips for couples visiting Chachapoyas, Peru

When is the best time to visit Chachapoyas?

The best time to visit Chachapoyas is during the dry season from May to September. Temperatures are mild and there are usually fewer crowds, making this an ideal time to explore the city's attractions and discover the region's ancient history.

What are some fun activities for couples in Chachapoyas?

  • Go hiking in the Cordillera La Jalca UNESCO Biosphere Reserve to explore its diverse riparian forests and tropical cloud forest habitats

  • Take a day trip to explore the Göller San Martín Pre-Inca Archaeological Site which is located close to Chachapoyas and offers stunning views of the Amazon

  • Visit the Revash Mausoleums, which feature cave tombs unique to the region

  • Explore the Catarata de Gocta, one of the tallest waterfalls in the world, or the nearby Pumarinri Caves to the east of Chachapoyas

  • Take a trip to Kuelap Fortress, an archeological site featuring high stone walls and hundreds of ancient dwellings

What are some romantic date ideas in Chachapoyas?

  • Take in the sight of the oldest tree in the world at the Chachapoyas National Park

  • Explore Gocta Falls, the Amazon’s highest waterfall

  • Visit the Gran Vilaya archaeological complex, a well-preserved pre-Inca ruin

  • Take a kayaking trip around the River Utcubamba

  • Discover the ancient Kuélap Fortress, a pre-Inca walled city

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