Uyo Uyo Archaeological Site
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372lori
Whitefish, MT8 contributions
Dec 2019
We came here on our own and just walked around. Having been to Machu Picchu the previous day, it was nice to have a quiet hike without a guide. Overall a really nice site.
Written 19 January 2020
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LeahSydney01
Sydney587 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
These ruins are the remains of a town that was destroyed by the Spanish. We went on a guided hike from Killawasi Lodge (included in the tariff for the lodge). Great views from the top and a very interesting story. Recommended. There is a small entrance fee (5 soles per person). We were the only people there!
Written 17 January 2020
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Angyal C
Breda, The Netherlands115 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
This place should become known as a good option to visit because it is not crowded of a lot of typical tourists and the most important thing is that it show us other kind of cultures .
I strongly recommend it.
I strongly recommend it.
Written 2 December 2019
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JudeAberdeenScotland
Aberdeen Scotland37 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
We walked from the Colca Canyon Lodge and it wouldn't have been a big walk had it not been for the altitude. It is only 600m up a steep path but I struggled due to the heat and not being used to the altitude. It is dusty so bring good walking trainers. There is a good view at the top and we had the ruins to ourselves. There is a 5 soles cash payment and some toilets at the entrance (no running water though) The man at the entrance tried to explain some of the ruins to us but we didn't understand Spanish much. It is worth a walk to see it.
Written 31 July 2019
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SimonB-Ely
Cambridge, UK136 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
My wife and I walked alone from The Killawasi Lodge,across the Colca Valley and up to the ruins and back down. Lovely 2 hour walk with great views of the terracing in the valley. The ruins are a lasting testament to what the Spanish did to local villages. Notices are only in Spanish. If you have transport you can drive to the visitor centre and from there it is only 600 metres on quite a steep path to the start of the ruins. Should cost 5 soles but there was no one there to collect when we went! Worth wearing good walking shoes!
Written 1 July 2019
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Julia C
Kansas City, MO4 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Amazing site and really interesting history! We thoroughly enjoyed out visit here! Be sure to bring ~5 soles cash each and your passport for entry.
Written 29 May 2019
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Wanderer
Toulouse, France289 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
The site is nothing to write home about- reconstructed walls, but the view is stunning and worth the climb.
The Incas invaded the area and destroyed the place. Yet they authorized local customs and beliefs to continue, expecting culture assimilation over generations.
The Incas invaded the area and destroyed the place. Yet they authorized local customs and beliefs to continue, expecting culture assimilation over generations.
Written 12 February 2019
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Angela K
Winkfield 27 contributions
Oct 2018
It’s an uphill clamber so wear your strong shoes. We made the mistake of doing this walk after a short night and a long road trip. Remember that you have to get back too! We were tired as it is high and so walked to the road and called the hotel to send us a taxi! A but chicken but it was a big relief.
Written 12 February 2019
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PalosVerdesAviator
Scottsdale, AZ192 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
The hike to the ruins was about 3 km up hill. The altitude can be taxing but there are plenty of rest stops along the way. The view at the top is amazing. Not only the ruins but the canyon area far below. More of the ruins have been minimally restored with a couple rebuilt. Seems as if few come to the ruins or perhaps out timing was right since there was only a handful of people there.
Written 14 October 2018
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Tinka R
Antwerp, Belgium26 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
Thanks to a free hike that our lodge offered, we discovered the nearby region. Starting with the Uyo Uyo rings, one of the eldest terraces that have been preserved since the Inca period. Some of them are still in use today. We saw the Colca’s where the harvested foods had been stored, as well the Aymara and Inca houses.
Written 7 October 2018
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Jonathan H
12 contributions
Hi everyone. Just did the trick this morning. Quite hard but worthwhile. Can any direct me to a website with the history? I have tried and failed! Thanks, Jonathan
odorizzicinzia
Predaia, Italy14 contributions
Buongiorno, come posso arrivare alle rovine da Chivay? Ci sono dei bus, o dei taxi o delle guide?
Good morning, how can I get to the ruins from Chivay? Are there buses, or taxis or guides?
RLR53
Pisa, Italy4,480 contributions
Noi ci siamo arrivati con un tour con guida di tre giorni. Lì sul posto non c'è nessuna guida disponibile
appri
Bengaluru, India
is the uyo uyo hike very steep? Are there steps that we need to climb? if yes, are there railings that one can hold on to if there are steps? i am slightly uncomfortable of heights and climbing down rocky paths where there is no well defined trails. Appreciate inputs fro people who have done this hike.
Thanks !
114Roomwithaview
Amsterdam, The Netherlands57 contributions
The hike is not steep at all - it's actually a nice walk. It took us around 1,5 hours. I do not recall rocky paths.
Argelia A
6 contributions
Do you need an entrance ticket to visit the colca canyon and the uyo uyo site? If so, can we buy there or we need to purchase in advance?
Gabachoviejo
Knoxville, TN281 contributions
When I was there in January there was no one there. I think I remember something that looked like a ticket office, but I saw no one. January is the low season - as far as I could tell there were only about 5 tourists in Yanque, so it may be that the ticket office is only open in the high season. The site is not fenced.
MCB28
Williamsburg, VA557 contributions
How long did it take you to do the hike? Is it strenuous? We will be staying at the Lodge and will be hiking on our own. Are walking shoes okay or do we need hiking boots?
Did you do Huyan Picchu while in the sacred valley? How do the hikes compare?
Thanks.
Bernard C
Cork, Ireland395 contributions
The hike to UyuUyu is about 1-1.5 k only (1 mile max). However it is uphill and a little rough If you normally bring and use trekking shoes then use them. However, runners would be fine!
The climb up and down Huaynu Picchu (little mountain) is a different story. It involves steep and narrow steps with little protection from going over the edge. It can only be done on a combination ticket to the citadel of Machu Picchu ("big mountain"). It's about 350 metres (1000ft) above the citadel and the view down can be to die for. If you suffer from vertigo, you will be miserable! It is dangerous. If you get injured on this rock, you will find help hard to get as everyone is worried about themselves. As a guide, we are almost 70 but running fit. Had no problems but would not rush to do it again!!!!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Uyo Uyo Archaeological Site
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Uyo Uyo Archaeological Site:
- Overnight Tour: Colca Canyon Including Horse Riding from Arequipa (From $187.12)
- Colca Canyon Tour 2d Short hiking +Overnight in small village Ending in Arequipa (From $515.59)
- Colca Canyon Tour 2d Short hiking + Overnight in small village Ending in Puno (From $723.49)
- Tour Colca Canyon and Valley of the Volcanoes 3Days (From $912.96)
- Perú tour in 10 days starting upon arrival to Arequipa quiet city (From $3,534.27)
- Hotels near Uyo Uyo Archaeological Site:
- (1.33 km) Killawasi Lodge
- (1.21 km) Colca Lodge Spa & Hot Springs - Hotel
- (1.42 km) Miskiwasi B & B
- (2.56 km) Las Casitas A Belmond Hotel
- (2.24 km) Aranwa Pueblito Encantado Del Colca
- Restaurants near Uyo Uyo Archaeological Site:
- (1.33 km) Quinoa Restaurant
- (7.17 km) One Coffee
- (2.13 km) Restaurant Alpaca Chef
- (1.62 km) Restaurant Incafe
- (7.16 km) Sama Restaurante Café