Sangalle Oasis
Oasis de Sangalle
An oasis on the Colca Canyon floor at about 2,100 meters, with palm trees and a swimming pool. It is the overnight stop for canyon hikes.
From Cabanaconde, a zigzag trail descends about 1,100 meters, reaching the Sangalle Oasis on the valley floor in 2 to 3 hours. Here you find palm trees, fruit trees and several simple guesthouses, some with swimming pools. The classic three-day, two-night hike passes through small villages such as San Juan de Chuccho and Cosñirhua, spends the night here, and then in the morning climbs for 3 to 4 hours back to Cabanaconde. Mules can also be hired for a fee to carry you up. The trail is steep and fully exposed to the sun, so set out early and bring plenty of water.
Opening hours
Open all day (reached on foot)
Nearby sights
- Cabanaconde
- Llahuar Hot Springs
- Tapay
- Fure Waterfall
- Cruz del Cóndor
- Colca Canyon
- Pinchollo & Hatun Infiernillo Geyser
- Madrigal & Chimpa Fortress