This custom trip will be hosted by Marañón Experience, put together for Grow with the Flow, organised by Vera Knook- contact Vera for more information:
vera@growwtflow.nl or +31 6 125 24 381
There are two components to the trip: A multiday river trip and a possible add-on option exploring "the Kingdom of the Clouds' afterwards.
>>About the river trip<<
The Marañón River is one of the most unique river journeys on the planet. Isolated riverside villages, cascading waterfalls, natural swimming holes, ancient rock art, ruins, along with flora and fauna not found anywhere else on the planet. Our tour through the Grand Canyon of South America will leave you wanting more.
This 7 day/ 8 night whitewater rafting or kayaking trip in Peru offers a one-of-a kind blend of scenic river journey, cultural experience in local villages and brilliant whitewater; We will take you to the heart of the Marañón.
For kayakers, this trip is ideal to step up your game, gaining confidence on big water as we go. As the trip is raft supported, you will have an empty boat, while having the luxury of a delicious meal and a cold beer at camp. This is thé introduction to multi-day kayaking trips.
In case you have no or little whitewater experience, you have the option to join us on a raft. With the big amount of water on the Marañón, you will be sure of enough excitement, while also having the time to take in all impressive landscapes.
Check out our Brochure for full itinerary, packing list, arrival and departure information
After 7 days on the river, it is time to get our legs working during a unique add-on option. We will use them to visit some unique places in the Kingdom of the Clouds, including a 771-meter waterfall, the ancient city of Kuelap and a cloudforest exploration to some hidden ancient ruins. We will be based in the town of Cocachimba in front of the Gocta waterfall and do an overnight hike to Kuélap, staying at the Huiquilla Conservation Area. Have a look at our day to day program for more detail.
This custom trip will be hosted by Marañón Experience, put together for Grow with the Flow, organised by Vera Knook- contact Vera for more information:
vera@growwtflow.nl or +31 6 125 24 381
Check out our Brochure for full itinerary, packing list, arrival and departure information
This trip is happening in late May. Weather is usually warm, dry and sunny in the river canyon in high 20s or low 30s (degrees celsius). There are some chances of rain, since it's the end of the rainy season.
Once you go up into the Kingdom of the Clouds you are surrounded by cloud forest where it is a bit cooler (bring a rain jacket!) . Days are normally warm and sunny, however there is always some possibility of rain.
If you are rafting Marañón River on a fully guided raft choose this package. (No experience necessary!)
If you are kayaking the Marañón River choose this option. You will receive paddle, pfd, skirt and your choice from a selection of Kayaks.
You will have a kayak guide showing you lines and doing safety, but you still must have some experience in whitewater kayaking to choose this option. You must be a strong class III+ paddler who can reliably roll.
The group will meet in Lima, then take an overnight sleeper bus to Cajamarca (these are not your average busses! On journey entertainment and 180 degree reclining seat/bed awaits!) You will arrive to Cajamarca early in the morning on day 2 and check into the comfortable hotel we have booked for you.
You can explore this Andean City with a unique blend of Peruvian and Colonial Architecture, or visit the Hot Springs that the Incas used at 'Baños del Inca'.
In the evening we will meet at 6pm in the hotel lobby for a briefing and Welcome Dinner.