The Most Extreme Downhill In Arequipa - Full Day Adventure
Chachani Downhill is for all mountain biking lovers, from begginers to experienced riders. The most important thing is that you want to have fun.Itinerary
At 7am we pick you up from the hotel and go in a four wheel drive for approximately three hours for the sector of CABRERIAS between MISTI and CHACHANI Mountains. We will stop in many places where you can take pictures of the landscape and visit the national reserve of SALINAS Y AGUADA BLANCA. Amazing view of conical form of Misti north face.
At 10am we arrive at AZUFRERO (5000m). Here we conduct a brief safety orientation regarding the gears and brakes of our mountain bikes, the protective equipment, and a descripton of the route down.
First Part
1000m down(in altitude) on a nice winding compact road. This is stony and sandy with closed curves and sloped construction for a distance of 10 kilometers. It is recommended to go down at 10 - 15 KPH for those with less mountain biking experience.
Second Part
Thisl part is called CABALLO MUERTO (Dead Horse) over 4000m. Here we ride our bikes 16 kilometers going bit by bit up to 4200m. At three times, the road is compact soil, the rest is sandy.
Third Part
This final part is the longest in distance with an elevation change of 2000m. We descend from the 4200m to AREQUIPA in approximately 2 hours. Following a paved road with minimal traffic, we connect with Charcani road, accelerating to a good speed between 40 - 45 KPH on the bikes.
At 3 - 4pm entering the city, our last stop is at Mirador de Carmen Alto, where we end our adventure. You will then be taken back to your hotel, ending the trip. On this part is optional to take a downhill circuit; only for riders with some experience.
Included
- Private supporting 4WD(whole trip)
- Experienced English speaking MT bike guide
- Giant - TREK - BIANCHI MT bikes in good maintenance (full discs brake). See our bike components, CLICK HERE
- Windproof and full-finger gloves which can also be worn during the cold season or at high altitudes
- Helmet; light, ventilated and comfortable for your head
- Plenty of snack and drinkable water kept in cooler
- Repair kits and new parts
- First aid kit for all participants and our staff
- Biking tour price includes government taxes
TOUR SCHEDULE & COST |
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TOUR |
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Any day |
CHACHANI VOLCANO DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKING |
Backpacker service (Join group) |
Discount 5%: South American Explorers Club Members |
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Organized Groups: We offer private service at any time |
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Group size: 8 participants per guide |
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We highly recommend booking prior to your arrival to Arequipa |
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Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks
- Breakfast or lunch
- Tips for guide and staff
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars
- Cycling shoes
- Camel bag, it can be hired in our local office in Arequipa US$3 per day
Rainy Season
December to March. Some days are with blue sky allowing us to cycle on this zone.
Best Time For Cycling
After rainy season (April to June) the mountains are completely covered with snow and the slopes are covered with new vegetation making it nicer for pictures.
Advice For Bikers
Normal physical conditions and summer clothes, bikers require good acclimatization over 4000m. One day before all the bikers will have meeting with the mountain bike guide at our office or in the hotel, who will give a BRIEFING about this bike trip and also you can check the quality of bikes and gear that will be used on this trip.
What You Need To Bring/Carry
- Small backpack
- Rain jacket or poncho (December to March)
- Sneakers
- One complete change of clothing
- Bottle of water
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun
- Sun block (sun protection cream)
- Toiletries, towel and toilet paper
- Selection of small snacks, chocolates, dried fruit, biscuits etc,
- Camera, charged and with enough sapace for the pictures
- Sunglasses.