Hike to Revash

To this day, the heights of the northeastern Andes preserve one of the most enigmatic legacies of Chachapoyas culture: the Revash mausoleums, built between the 11th and 15th centuries on the steep slopes of Cerro Carbon, 2,800 metres above sea level. A circular walk of about four kilometres follows the cliffs and brings you close to the tombs, small funerary structures perched on the rock and built to resemble little houses, with pitched roofs and facades decorated in red paint. Experts believe the Chachapoyas created them to hold the remains of important figures, and they survive today as a testament to the architectural techniques and engineering knowledge of the people who built them, defying gravity and time. The local community now maintains the cobblestone path through a sustainability alliance, so your visit supports local development. Moderate in effort, the walk combines an immersive exploration of Chachapoyas culture and its unique funerary customs with a real sense of adventure. Among the most atmospheric things to do in Peru, it brings you face to face with one of the Andes' most distinctive cultures.