TOUR TO THE PIURAY LAGOON - KAYAK TOUR IN THE PIURAY LAGOON

Our team will arrange pickup from your hotel at approximately 8:30 AM. Before the tour, you will receive confirmation of the time and pickup zone. If your accommodation is outside the regular area or on a street with restricted vehicle access, we will give you a nearby meeting point or explain the available transfer option.

The drive to Piuray usually takes about one hour, although traffic can affect the journey. Eat breakfast before departure because meals are not included. Bring a light daypack with water, sun protection, a towel, and dry clothes.

Journey through Poroy, Cachimayo, and Chinchero

We will leave the city and continue through Poroy, Cachimayo, and the Chinchero area. Along the road, you can see cultivated fields, eucalyptus trees, and small Andean communities. On a clear day, the wider landscape may include mountain and snow-capped peak views.

The tour includes a visit to a handicrafts and weaving workshop in Chinchero. However, to confirm that this stop is part of the tour, it must be listed in your booking confirmation. If you’re especially interested in learning more about the textile-making process, we recommend checking with us before booking to make sure the visit is included in the departure you choose.

Arrival at Piuray and safety preparation

We expect to reach the lagoon at approximately 9:30 AM. At the activity area, the guide will explain the plan, assess the water conditions, and distribute the equipment. You will receive a kayak, paddle, life jacket, helmet, and windbreaker.

Before entering the water, the guide will show you how to hold the paddle, keep your balance, move forward, turn, and respond to instructions. Tell the guide if this is your first time or if you need extra assistance entering or leaving the kayak.

Kayaking Piuray Lagoon

After the safety check, the group will enter the water. The route follows a section near the shore, and the pace will depend on the group and the lagoon's conditions. The guide will remain attentive and provide directions throughout the activity.

As you paddle, you will learn about Piuray's natural and geographical setting. Birds, fish, and people fishing with nets or lines may be visible, although wildlife and local activity cannot be guaranteed. There will also be time to slow down and appreciate the quiet landscape while remaining inside the area indicated by the guide.

Leaving the water and changing

After completing the paddling section, we will return to the starting point. The team will assist with disembarking and collecting the equipment. Splashes can wet your clothing or shoes, so bring a towel, sandals, and a dry change of clothes.

Changing facilities depend on the operator and departure date and should be confirmed before the tour. For convenience, arrive with swimwear under your sports clothes and carry a separate bag for wet items.

Return to Cusco

We will begin the return drive after the activity. Arrival at your hotel in Cusco is planned for approximately 2:00 PM, but this is an estimated time. Weather, traffic, and safety decisions on the water may alter the schedule.

Leave a comfortable margin if you have a flight, train, or another booked activity later that day. Our team will confirm the final drop-off arrangement before departure.