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Santa Ana Square
from Amazonas
by Visit Peru
Route of the fog, Lake Pomacochas © Walter Wust
Bongará Province
Gocta Falls 41 km to the north of the city of Chachapoyas (1 hr. by car) towards the village of Cocachimba and 5.5 km (2 hr. 30 min on foot). Opening hours: Mon-Sun 7:00 am - 5:30 pm. Ticket entry. The walk to the falls, which is also known as La Chorrea, is the perfect opportunity to appreciate the exuberant flora and fauna of the area, including in particular the different species of monkey and the Andean cock-of-the rock. At 771 meters, it is the third highest waterfall in Peru.
Yumbilla Falls 52 km to the north of the city of Chachapoyas (1 hr. by car) towards Pedro Ruiz Gallo, then 25 min. by mototaxi to the village of Cuispes and 2 hr. on foot to the falls. Opening hours: Mon-Sun 7:00 am - 5:30 pm. Ticket entry. The water falls 895 meters in four cascades. Birds such as the Andean cock-of-the-rock as well as monkeys and reptiles are abundant in the surroundings. It is the second highest waterfall in Peru.
La Chinata Falls 52 km to the north of the city of Chachapoyas (1 hr. by car) towards Pedro Ruiz Gallo, then 7 km (20 min. by car) to the village of San Carlos and 12 km (2 hr. on foot) to the falls. Opening hours: Mon-Sun 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The waterfall of 580 meters consists of four cascades. As well as enjoying the freshness of its waters, the visitor can observe flora consisting of orchids, mosses and ferns in its surroundings.
Lake Pomacochas 84 km to the north of the city of Chachapoyas (2 hr. by car) towards the locality of Pomacochas and 1 km (15 min. on foot) to the lake. Opening hours: Mon-Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Ticket entry. This lake sits at 2150 meters and is fed by subterranean streams. Its dark green waters reach a depth of 80 meters. Species of flora such as the totora reed, the cattails and the foxtail feature in its surroundings. Its fauna includes birds such as herons, buergueras and divers.
