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Cantalloc Aqueduct is the name of a great attraction in Nazca. In order to survive Man has always been smart to adapt to seemingly impossible living conditions. The Nazca people had to find a way to have access to water in this arid desert climate of Nazca. In the 5th century the aqueducts were built to provide for year-round access to water essential for permanent inhabitation and irrigation of the area. Water running in aquifers was channeled to where it was needed using man-made underground channels. Concentrical paths leading down to these underground channels provided for direct access to the water. The Aqueducts of Cantayo has an S-shaped to slow down the water flow and prevent from running too fast in times of flooding. The Nazca people also constructed access points, which still now give direct access to clean and also oxygenates the water which is surprisingly fresh. They knew that water coming down from the Andes was flowing not only in rivers, but also in aquifers, and intelligently tapped into these essential resources. Some even argue that the famous Nazca lines actually point to underground sources of water and that the symbols are hints of what can be found in the arid soil.
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"We had the most incredible time with our Guide, Jose Luis! We cannot express our thanks to the Pachamama Team enough! Thank you for making our trip so memorable!"
Jean & Paul, Jan 2019
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You will be picked up from your hotel in Nazca and taken at the designated time in an air-conditioned vehicle to the Aqueducts of Cantalloc. A bilingual guide (English/Spanish) will accompany you on this tour.
Enroute we are going to able to stop in a place called Needles to observe the original Nazca line drawings and trapezoids from the top of a little hill.
Afterwards, we continue visiting the ancient Nazca channels of Cantayo. In this place we will walk along the enormous spiral holes and also the channels. Our guide will explain how the ancient Nazca people built all these channels then we will go for a stroll in the surrounding fields to see some crops produced by the Nazca valley. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped back to your hotel in Nazca.
Below are some wonderful additions to add onto your time in Cusco!
The most popular excursion from Nazca, the Chauchilla Cemetery Tour, 30km south of Nazca, It will satisfy any urges you have to see ancient bones, skulls and mummies.
In order to survive Man has always been smart to adapt to seemingly impossible conditions to live and on this occasion, the Nazca people have had to find a way to have access to water in this arid desert climate of Nazca.
The Pampa Galeras National Reserve is the largest vicuña reserve in the world. Enjoy breathtaking views of this area from vicuñas declared a National Reserve.
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