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TO
SEE
Perhaps the most recommended places
to visit are the Chungara Lake, the Cotacotani lagoons, the bofedal
ponds and the Las Cuevas hot springs. There are also places of
archeological and historical interest here. For instance, the
town and church of Parinacota, the Chucuyo village and the ranches
in Chungara, Ajata and Cruzane.
TO
DO
Excursions: throughout
the park
Wildlife observation: throughout the park
Highlights: Las Cuevas, Refugio Rocosa Las Cuevas, Chacus
Incaico Las Cuevas and Tambo de Chungará. Town and Church
of Parinacota, Chucuyo Village and the Chungará, Ajata
and Cruzane's stays.
Fishing: in the Lauca river.
TRAILS
The park has several
trails that allow you to observe and learn about the park's natural
and cultural treasures. At an altitude of 4,500m (14,760 ft),
they can result difficult and therefore, are not recommended for
people who are affected by altitude. The excursion trails are
self-guided, but the visitors can request a pamphlet if they wish.
Cotacotani Excursion
Trail: 8km (5 mi) and approximately 4 hours long.
Parinacota Excursion
Trail: 3km (1.8 MI) and approximately 1 hour long.
FACILITIES
Area administration:
Located in Parinacota town, 19km (12 MI) from Chungara Lake and
46km (29 MI) from Putre. The sub-administration of the park is
located in Putre, provincial capital of Parinacota. Operating
hours are 09:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM every day
of the year.
Ranger offices:
the park has, in addition to the Parinacota Administration, two
guard posts, located in: Las Cuevas, 5km (3 MI) from the main
entrance of the unit, on the border of the Arica-Tambo Quemado
highway (CH-11); and the Chungara guard post, located on the banks
of the Chungara lake. There is also a guesthouse in Putre.
Environmental
Information Center: located in Parinacota, it provides
visitors with general information of the area.
Camping
and Picnicking Areas: in the Chungara Lake there are
3 places for camping and 6 for eating.
Lodging
and restaurants: there are only 3 rustic restaurants,
property of villagers, in Chucuyo town, where beverages and typical
food are served. Outside the park there is a hostelry and two
restaurants that also provide food.
Out-of-area
services
Gas stations: there are no nearby places to buy gasoline.
You may find car fuel in the La Paloma, Cali and Eca supermarkets.
Telephone and Fax: Putre
First Aid: Putre Clinic
Food shops: Putre and Arica
Police station: the park has two police reserves, Chuyuco
control and Chungara border control. There is a police station
near the park, in Putre.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Help us protect the
park's natural resources and ensure that all visitors get the
most out of their trip by considering the following recommendations:
- Be aware of the altitude and do
not overexert yourself by running or exercising too hard: remember,
there is less oxygen at higher altitudes.
- Bring warm clothing, a hat, gloves,
sunglasses and sun block.
- Make sure you have enough gas
for the trip.
- Check tires, brakes, jack and
carburetor before starting the journey.
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