Explore the rust-red corridors of the Cañón de los Perdidos, then finish with a tasting at an artisanal Ica winery. This full-day tour blends desert geology, marine fossils and regional pisco in an accessible trip from Ica.
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Dust lifts in ribbons as the van eases off the main road and the desert opens into a maze of rust-red cliffs. The Cañón de los Perdidos (Canyon of the Lost) stretches like a series of carved corridors, its layered sandstone cliffs daring you to explore narrow alcoves and lookout ledges. Wind and ancient seas have etched arches, caves and marine fossils into the rock; the canyon feels both raw and quietly animated.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for basic fitness—short walks on uneven ground, no technical climbing required
Wildlife
History
The Ica region was an ancient seabed; uplift and erosion exposed marine sediments that now contain fossilized shells and marine life, and Spanish colonial vineyards introduced grapes used for pisco production.
Conservation
The canyon’s fragile desert soils and fossil beds are sensitive—stay on established paths, avoid collecting specimens, and carry out all trash to protect the site.
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Hydration first
Carry at least 2 liters of water per person—shade is scarce and sun exposure is intense.
Footwear matters
Wear closed-toe, grippy shoes to handle loose sand, shale and short scrambling sections.
Respect fossils
Do not remove fossils or rock samples—these are protected and scientifically valuable.
Timing for photos
Mid-morning or late afternoon light brings out color in the canyon walls and reduces harsh shadows.
2–3L hydration pack or bottles
Keeps you hydrated during sun-exposed walks through the canyon.
Sturdy walking shoes
Provides traction on sand, gravel and broken shale.
Sun protection (hat + SPF 30+)
Essential to limit sun exposure in the coastal desert.
summer
Light windproof layer
Useful for morning chill or breezy afternoons at viewpoints.
spring