Cañon d'Apurimac

The Apurímac Canyon reaches a depth of 4,691 meters, with steep slopes ranging from 500 meters to nearly 5,000 meters in elevation.

The Apurímac River originates at Mount Mismi at 5,597 meters, flowing through multiple regions before joining the Mantaro River to form the Ene River system.

The name derives from Quechua language where Apu represents mountain deities and Rimac refers to speaking, reflecting the river's sound against rocks.

The canyon offers class II to IV rapids for water activities, with the optimal period for river expeditions occurring between May and October.

The surrounding forests contain three distinct Polylepis tree species that provide shelter for multiple endemic bird populations in the region.

Location: Apurimac Department

Location: Cusco Department

GPS coordinates: -13.42408,-72.83004

Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:15