A curvy yet scenic road through Pampas Galeras National Reserve
Pampa Galeras-Barbara D'Achille is a national reserve located in the department of Ayacucho, Peru. Its main purpose is to protect the habitat of the vicuña.
Where is the Pampas Galeras National Reserve?
The reserve is located in the district and province of Lucanas, in the central part of the country. The reserve was created to protect the high-altitude habitat of the threatened vicuña.
Is the road through Pampas Galeras National Reserve paved?
The road across the national reserve is totally paved. It’s called Route 30A. It features steep and curvy sections.
How long is the road through Pampas Galeras National Reserve?
The road is 156 km (96.9 miles) long, running west-east from Nazca (in the Nazca Province on the southern coast of the country) towards Puquio (the capital of the Lucanas Province in the Ayacucho region).
What’s the weather like in Pampas Galeras National Reserve?
Set high in the Andean highlands, the road tops out at 4,156m (13,635ft) above sea level. Temperatures are usually very cold, so prepare for freezing nights if you're staying overnight, and possible rain from November to March.