Tour Details For Chauchilla Cemetery Tour

Unveil the Ancient Secrets of the Nazca Culture

Step back in time on a fascinating journey to the Chauchilla Cemetery, a pre-Incan necropolis nestled in the desert of Nazca. This remarkable archaeological site allows visitors to view real mummies preserved in their original tombs—an extraordinary insight into the burial customs and spiritual beliefs of the ancient Nazca civilization.

Departure & Return Location

Nazca, Peru.

Departure Time

Monday to Sunday

Duration

2:00 hours

Difficulty

Easy

Highest Altitude

520 m or 1706 ft

Places Visited

Chauchilla Cemetery

Price Includes

Private roundtrip transportation from your hotel in Nazca
Entrance ticket to Chauchilla Cemetery
Bilingual tour guide (Spanish/English)

Price Excludes

Tips
Meals

Chauchilla Cemetery Tour

Additional Tour Information

Pricing is based on two people. Single occupancy is another price.
Please ask us about special group discounts if travelling with 5 or more people.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking
Tour does not have fixed departures, you can choose your own start date
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
If you are a senior or traveling with small children please ask us about our private tours.
Peak season surcharges may apply during Peruvian holidays.

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Chauchilla Nazca Tour - Itinerary

Your experience begins with a pickup from your hotel in Nazca, where your local guide greets you and provides an introduction to the day’s adventure. As you journey through the vast desert landscapes, the guide shares fascinating insights about the Nazca civilization and the secrets buried beneath the sand for centuries.

Upon arrival at the Chauchilla Cemetery , you’ll step into an open-air museum unlike any other. This ancient burial ground, dating back to between 200 BC and 500 AD, is home to remarkably preserved pre-Inca mummies. Thanks to the region’s extremely dry climate and the burial rituals of the Nazca people, many of the mummies remain intact in their original tombs—complete with skin, hair, and traditional garments still visible.

Chauchilla Cemetery

You’ll walk among crypts where ancient remains are on full display, many positioned in a ceremonial seated pose. Some still have long, braided hair and are wrapped in burial cloths that showcase the craftsmanship of the era. Your guide will explain the significance of the tombs, the offerings found inside, and how these practices reveal deep connections to the afterlife and ancestral worship.

Throughout the tour, take in the haunting yet beautiful atmosphere of this sacred site, surrounded by the quiet expanse of the Peruvian desert. You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of the spiritual life, artistic expression, and funerary customs of the Nazca culture.

After immersing yourself in this archaeological treasure, your journey concludes with a comfortable return to your hotel in Nazca, leaving you with unforgettable impressions of Peru’s ancient legacy.

Chauchilla Cemetery