Nasca: Ocongalla Aqueduct Sandboarding in the Usaka desert

Peru



Discover the ancient Nasca culture on a tour from Nasca. Visit the Ocongalla Aqueduct, the Cahuachi Pyramids, and the Usaka Dunes. Try sandboarding and enjoy a buggy ride.

Highlights

  • Explore the Ocongalla Aqueduct, an ancient water channel still in use today
  • Visit the Cahuachi Pyramids, the ancient capital of the Nasca culture
  • See the remains of the profaned cemetery and learn about the Nasca culture
  • Enjoy the thrill of sandboarding on the dunes of Usaka
  • Experience the excitement of a buggy ride through the desert

Description

Discover the ancient Nasca culture on a guided tour from Nasca. Visit the Ocongalla Aqueduct, the Cahuachi Pyramids, and the Usaka Dunes. Enjoy a thrilling sandboarding experience and hotel pickup and drop-off. Start your tour with pickup from your hotel in Nasca. Head to the Ocongalla Aqueduct, located 20 minutes southwest of Nasca. See how local farmers still use the aqueduct for irrigation. Continue to the Cahuachi Pyramids, the ancient capital of the Nasca culture. Learn about the history of the site and the culture that built it. Next, head to the Profaned Cemetery, where you can see some bone remains and scattered ceramics left behind by grave robbers. Finally, arrive at the Usaka Dunes, where you can enjoy a thrilling sandboarding experience. Watch as your guide performs acrobatics on the dunes. Afterward, return to your hotel in Nasca.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off 4x4 sand cars Local guide and professional sandboard instructor. Personalized assistance

Excludes

Entrance tickets. Meals and drinks Tips

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for sand and outdoor activities. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water to stay hydrated. Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views and experiences. Be prepared for an adventurous ride in the tubulars (buggies).

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