arrow_back

2 Day itinerary in Peru, South America

Rafting through the Black Canyon

CUSCO – TWO DAYS WHITE WATER RAFT GRADE I-IV – ALL CAMPING AND RAFTING EQUIPMENT, FULL INSTRUCTION, QUALIFIED GUIDE & SAFETY KAYAKER – CUSCO Brand new - this fantastic two day rafting trip is only possible due to a new bridge giving access to this once remote location. The Black Canyon of the Rio A... Read More

1 / 7
All Photos
Claire EmilyAndreaPaul

By Claire Emily, Andrea and Paul

Overview

Physical Difficulty

Average
help_outline

Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English, Spanish

GUIDANCE

Tour Leader, Tour Guide, Driver

starting point

Cusco

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Rafting

Start/End

Night

Highlights

1

Raft world-class grade III and IV rapids

2

Take time to enjoy rare wildlife and beautiful scenery

3

Suitable for age twelve upwards

4

Experience the beautiful black canyon

Itinerary

Private Tour expand_more

Day 1

place Raft the Apurimac Black Canyon

You head out from Cusco for the spectacular drive to the Apurimac canyon, hopefully glimpsing the snow-capped Vilcanota mountain range before descending into the canyon to start your Apurimac rafting adventure. Here your guides inflate your specialised rafts, load them up with provisions, and after a full safety talk and instruction in the art of white water rafting, you head off into the canyon in search of adventure. For the next two days you enjoy some of the least visited, but in our opinion best Peru rafting. The river enters a truly impressive steep-sided gorge where you run many excellent class III and IV rapids. In between the rapids, there are relaxing floats through breath-taking scenery. You also have the opportunity to get out and explore waterfalls and colonial bridges. At night you camp on a deserted beach and enjoy great food, a few drinks, and great camaraderie around the campfire. Those who want can even learn to make Peru's national cocktail- the Pisco Sour Included: snacks & water, lunch, dinner, all white-water & safety equipment, camping equipment (except sleeping bag) , Swift Water Rescue trained English-speaking guide, transport, wetsuit, helmet, boots, buoyancy aid, splash jacket

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks

Day 2

place Raft the Apurimac Black Canyon

More great Peru rafting today. Depending on water levels there may be the odd portage between the fun rapids. There are also stretches to just sit and float down the river and enjoy being in this fantastic location. Keep an eye out as you go for Andean Foxes, Torrent Ducks, otters, and even Condors. Finally, you reach a break in the canyon walls in time for lunch. From here it is a four to five-hour drive back to Cusco, with views of the towering snow-capped Salkantay Mountain along the way. Included: snacks & water, lunch, all white-water & safety equipment, breakfast, Swift Water Rescue trained English-speaking guide, transport

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks

What’s Included

Meals expand_less

  • Lunch (2)
  • Dinner (1)
  • Snacks (2)
  • Breakfast (1)

About Claire Emily

TEAM LEAD

+2 Local experts

verified Baboo Certified

star_outline 5 (8 reviews)

Expertise: 

Cycling

Kayaking

Hiking

Rafting

Visit markets

Meet local people

Indigenous culture

Travel with Purpose

Outdoors & Nature

Food & Drink

After living in Peru for around 4 years, I'm still making it my business to discover as many new places as possible. From wandering Inca Trails just outside of Lima to hanging out in adobe homes in Cajamarca, there's a lifetime of adventure out here.

Travel that Makes a Difference

By choosing to travel with us, you support local communities, wildlife, and the environment. We are dedicated to positively impacting the world through every journey we offer.

Let’s regenerate the planet together

We overcompensate your entire journey’s carbon footprint including flights - for free.

Learn more
FROM PRICE PER TRAVELER

$1,426.00 USD