Discover the Millpu Turquoise Waters on a full-day excursion from Ayacucho to the community of Patacocha, in the district of Huancaraylla, Víctor Fajardo Province. This natural attraction is located at approximately 3,700 m / 12,139 ft above sea level and consists of a succession of natural pools, waterfalls, and cascades along the Millpu River, enclosed by canyon walls.During the tour, we will hike for approximately 55 minutes along natural trails and uphill paths to reach the Millpu Viewpoint, where you can appreciate the succession of natural pools. We will then continue to the Millpu Spring before returning to Patacocha. Entering the pools is prohibited by municipal regulations, so visitors can enjoy the scenery and take photographs from the shore.
Important: Entering the Millpu pools is prohibited. Visitors can walk along the trails and reach the shore to enjoy the scenery and take photographs.
Itinerary
MILLPU TURQUOISE WATERS
07:40 hrs. We will pick you up from your hotel near Ayacucho’s Main Square to begin our journey toward Millpu.
11:30 hrs. After approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes of travel, we will arrive at Patacocha, a rural community of Circamarca located in the district of Huancaraylla, Víctor Fajardo Province. After a short stay, we will begin an approximately 20-minute hike toward the first Millpu pools.
11:50 hrs. We will arrive at the Millpu Turquoise Waters, where we can admire the natural pools formed by the Millpu River along the canyon. The attraction is located in the Suni natural region, with altitudinal zones extending approximately from 3,600 to 3,950 m above sea level.
We will continue uphill for approximately 15 minutes along a zigzag path to reach the Millpu Viewpoint, where we can observe the succession of natural pools. We will then descend to the shore to take photographs. Entering the pools is prohibited by municipal regulations.
We will then return along the same path to the main trail and continue walking for approximately 20 minutes until reaching the Millpu Spring.
15:00 hrs. We will return to Patacocha, where you will have time to have lunch on your own. Lunch is not included in the tour.
20:00 hrs. We will arrive in Ayacucho, approximately one block from the Main Square.
Places to visit
Day details
Important: Entering the Millpu pools is prohibited. Visitors can reach the shore to enjoy the scenery and take photographs.
Inclusions
INCLUDES:
- Tourist transportation.
- Official Tourism Guide (Spanish).
- Entrance tickets.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Meals.
- Services not mentioned.
Before Traveling
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- A small backpack.
- A water bottle.
- Extra money for meals.
- Trekking shoes or shoes with good grip.
- A hat for sun protection and sunscreen.
Packing List
Essential
Passport
Medications
Extra money
Water bottle
Sunscreen
Insect repellentClothing
Thermal jacket
Trekking pants
Rain poncho
Hiking boots
Wool hat
Thermal pants
Sun hat
Rain jacket
Gloves
Scarf
UV sunglasses
Hiking socksEquipment
Day backpackRecommended
Snacks / energy bars
Towel
Swimsuit
Camera

