Gocta Waterfall

Mahuayani Village
20 May, 2024
FEATURED LOCATION: GOCTA WATERFALL

 

The Gocta Waterfall in Peru, commonly known as Gocta Falls, is one of the tallest waterfalls in the world. This 2,530-foot (771 m) waterfall has just two drops, and the powerful free-fall from the second drop is among the tallest in the world.

Named after the closest settlement, the local communities have appreciated the Gocta Waterfall for centuries. “Discovered” by an outsider in 2002, this impressive waterfall has only been on the world’s radar for a short time. With improved infrastructure in the area, the Gocta Waterfall is garnering more popularity than ever before.

Gocta in the northern region of Amazonas. Which is a magical mountain / high jungle location full of history and natural locations. The closest city is Chachapoyas, there are daily flights from Lima to Chachapoyas.