Cantalloc Aqueducts (Acueductos de Cantalloc) Attractions & Things to do

This is a 4-day tour from Lima to the Pacific beach town of Paracas, the stunning desert oasis of Huacachina, and the mysterious desert of Nazca.

In Paracas, boat out to Peru’s “Mini-Galapagos” and visit the stunning coastal National Reserve.

In Huacachina combine Sandboarding/Dunebuggying followed by a flight over the mysterious Nazca Lines the next day. A perfect 4-day escape from Lima!
Duration: 4 days.

Begin your adventure by gazing upon the enigmatic figures from strategically positioned lookouts. These enigmatic geoglyphs, etched into the earth, come to life as your guide provides insight into their history and significance. Over 15 figures can be spotted along the Panamerican highway.
Continue with the Maria Reciche house museum and Immerse yourself in the life of a dedicated mathematician who devoted her life to studying and preserving the Nazca Lines. Explore her house museum, where you'll gain a deeper appreciation of the passion and dedication that has fueled the quest to unravel the mysteries of the Nazca Lines.
Your journey continues with a visit to the Cantalloc aqueducts, an engineering marvel of ancient times. Along the way, you'll explore the Paredones Inca ruins, adding a historical dimension to your adventure. Encounter yet another enigmatic Nazca figure and marvel at the astonishing aqueduct spirals that have sustained life in this arid region for centuries.
Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Explore Nazca's top archaeological sites with our flexible tour. Visit Chauchilla Cemetery, Cahuachi Pyramids, and the Cantalloc Aqueducts Circuit, marveling at ancient mummies, religious centers, and engineering marvels.
Our program is designed to be flexible, allowing you to tailor it to your preferences. You can arrange the tour to fit your arrival and departure schedules or even coordinate it with your flight activity over the Nazca Lines.
Duration: 5 hours.

The Nazca culture developed in one of the driest deserts on the planet on the southern coast of Peru; examples of its legacy are the Aqueducts and the ceremonial center of Cahuachi. This land tour complements the information on the origin of the Nazca Lines, allowing travelers to learn and understand more about the development and expansion of the Nazca culture. Travelers will be able to observe and record archaeological evidence.
Duration: 4 hours.

This trip is full of adventures! Our first stop will be in Paracas to visit the wonderful Ballestas Islands on a boat tour with its amazing landscapes.
We will practice Dune Buggies and Sand Boarding in Huacachina where you can get rid of stress and feel the real adrenaline!

We will fly over the Nazca lines while appreciating the amazing figures such as animals, plants, geometric shapes, humanoids, etc. A place full of mystery and questions!

We will visit the Cantalloc Aqueducts, one of the underground hydraulic irrigation systems made in the Nazca culture approx. 2000 years ago! This experience is perfect for all those who are looking for history, culture, mystery and adrenaline.

In addition, you should know that our company mission is to support our nonprofit sister organization, Reciprocity NGO. With the profits from our tours, Reciprocity NGO is able to implement social projects that improve the quality of life for the communities living below the poverty line.
Duration: 16 hours.

Explore the Nazca culture by visiting the Cahuachi ceremonial center and the Cantalloc circuit, the circuit includes the Inca ruins called Paredones and the Geoglyph called The Telar.

The first stop is the Cantalloc aqueducts and continues with the Inca ruins and the geogliph, the circuit is just 4 kilometers from the Nazca town. This guided visit takes 90 minutes approx. Then we will continue driving south for the guided visit to the pyramids of Cahuachi located 28 kilometers south of Nazca town the dusty road makes it harder to reach the site but the trip is worth the visit.
Cahuachi is a ceremonial center that was constructed by the Nazca people for rituals and sacrifices. This visit takes 3 hours approx.


Duration: 4 to 5 hours.

Combine the thrill of a Nazca Lines aerial adventure with a journey into the past as you explore the Cantalloc Aqueducts. Fly over the iconic geoglyphs, then delve into the fascinating underground aqueducts that supplied water to the Nazca civilization.
Discover the secrets of this advanced water system and gain a deeper understanding of Nazca's ingenious engineering. Due to the access to the Airplane, the Wheelchair aren't possibles.
Duration: 6 hours.

Let us take you back some 2000 years ago, when the ancient Nazca flourished in one of the direst and arid deserts in the world. Here, you will be taken to admire the ancient aqueducts of Nazca an ancient irrigation system this system used to collect water from underground water channels and from the Andes mountain, to bring life to the lowlands of Nazca. The aqueducts are considered one of the first hydraulic engineering systems built in the ancient world which enabled them to handle drought strategically and grow crops.
Duration: 1 hour.

Excite with this complete tour flying over the Nazca Lines and be amazed by the ancient culture of the Nazcas people and their impressive glyphs, continue with the tour and< discover the hydraulics that were used in ancient times and that still end with our tour visiting the workshop of Segura and understand how these magnificent ceramics are produced.

Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.

Engineering marvels: Marvel at impressive feats of engineering, showcasing the ingenuity and skill required to create complex systems still admired today.

Ancient aqueducts: Discover ancient aqueducts designed to efficiently transport water across dry landscapes, highlighting the advanced knowledge of hydraulic engineering.

Labyrinthine tunnels: Navigate through intricate, maze-like tunnels built with precision, offering a glimpse into the sophisticated planning of ancient builders.

Advanced infrastructure: Explore the advanced infrastructure developed centuries ago, reflecting a deep understanding of architecture, sustainability, and public utility.
Duration: 2 hours.

Cantalloc Aqueducts: Discover the impressive Cantalloc Aqueducts, an ancient engineering marvel designed to channel water efficiently through arid landscapes.

Paredones ruins: Explore the fascinating Paredones ruins, remnants of a bygone civilization that offer a glimpse into the architectural ingenuity of the past.

Ceramics and textiles: Admire beautifully crafted ceramics and intricate textiles, showcasing ancient artisans' artistic skills and cultural heritage.

Rich historical insights: Gain a deeper understanding of the region’s vibrant past through stories and facts that reveal its historical, cultural, and social significance.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Two hours from the city of Ica is Nazca, this immersive experience promises a day of discovery, ancient wonders, and extraordinary insights into the rich history of Nazca. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary journey!

We will learn more about our culture, the Lines and Figures of the Nasca pampas. We will visit the María Reiche Museum to learn a little about the mysteries of this magical area. We will visit the Metallic viewpoint, from where we can see 2 figures.
Duration: 9 hours.