The Origin of the Amazon River

The origin of the Amazon River is in the province of Caylloma (Arequipa), for which it would become the longest river in the world, surpassing the Nile by almost 400 kilometers.

The satellite images presented show that the flow that runs from Apacheta is constant and has a greater volume compared to that of Carhuasanta. In addition, it specifies that the latter only feeds on rain and melting ice.

The Amazon has an approximate extension of 7,062 km, crossing countries such as Peru, Colombia and Brazil, to flow into the Atlantic Ocean. For its part, the Nile River (Africa), known until today as the longest river in the world, has an extension of 6,671 km.

Day 3:Chivay - Origin of the Amazon River

Departure from Chivay in private transport to the place called Carhuasanta (4,900 masl) in a time of 02:00 hours.
Throughout the tour the landscape impresses us with lagoons, high Andean birds, Llamas Alpacas and flora.
In addition, small herds, where families are dedicated to raising their llamas and alpacas. Carhuasanta is a place where crystal clear waters flow from a wall of rocks, and it is one of the origins of the great Amazon River, which will flow into the Atlantic Ocean crossing along the Andes mountain range.
Return to Chivay 13:00 hrs.

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