Gocta Waterfall, in the Amazonas region, is one of the tallest waterfalls in the world. You reach it on foot through cloud forest from the villages of Cocachimba or San Pablo, near Chachapoyas.
On Chaski Peru Guides every guide holds an official tour guide license, and we check their background before approving them. Book a Gocta Waterfall private tour published by a guide, or post what you are looking for and compare offers from several guides.
Tours and places in Gocta Waterfall
- Gocta hike from Cocachimba
- Gocta from San Pablo (upper falls)
- Swim at the base of the falls
- Cock-of-the-rock spotting
- Horse ride on part of the trail
- Kuelap and Gocta in 2 days
- Lodges in Cocachimba
- Chachapoyas route
Everything for your trip to Gocta Waterfall
Gocta Waterfall tour guide you can trust
Every guide holds an official MINCETUR license and is verified before being approved.
Private tour guide Gocta Waterfall: just your group
A private tour goes at your pace, with no strangers and the stops and times you choose.
Local guide Gocta Waterfall who knows every corner
Local guides know the history, the food and the places guidebooks miss.
Gocta Waterfall tours from half day to multi-day
Options for every schedule and budget, shared or private.
Gocta Waterfall private tour with flexible hours
Great for families, couples and friends who want privacy and flexibility.
Find the best Gocta Waterfall tour for you
The best tour depends on your time, fitness and interests. Ask the guide before you book.
Gocta Waterfall tour price: compare offers
Each guide sets their price and you can compare several offers before booking. The minimum per tour is S/ 50 (about US$ 15).
Gocta Waterfall guided tour with a licensed guide
Transport, tickets and meals vary by tour, so check what each offer includes.
Things to do in Gocta Waterfall
See the list of places and activities on this page and pick what you like most.
Book Gocta Waterfall tour online in minutes
Pay online by card with Mercado Pago. Full refund if you cancel more than 24 hours ahead.
Gocta Waterfall day trip
Full-day tours leave early and return in the afternoon or evening. Confirm the pickup time with your guide.
English speaking guide Gocta Waterfall
Many guides speak English and other languages. Each guide's profile lists the languages they speak.
Gocta waterfall hike
About 5 to 6 hours round trip from Cocachimba through cloud forest.
Tours published by guides in Gocta Waterfall
Tours by verified, licensed guides. Book and pay online.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Gocta Waterfall tour?
It depends on the tour, its length and the group size. Each guide sets their own price on Chaski Peru Guides, and if you post a request, several guides send offers so you can compare. The minimum per tour is S/ 50 (US$ 15).
When is the best time to visit Gocta Waterfall?
All year. In the rainy season the falls carry more water, but the trail is muddier.
How do I get to Gocta Waterfall?
From Chachapoyas by road to Cocachimba (about 1 hour), then a 2 to 3-hour hike each way.
How do I know the guide is licensed?
Before approving a guide we check their license in MINCETUR's National Directory, their ID and their official background certificate.
How do I book a Gocta Waterfall tour?
Choose a tour published by a guide and pay online by card with Mercado Pago. Full refund if you cancel more than 24 hours in advance.
Can't find the tour you want?
Post what you want to do, when and your budget. Licensed guides send you offers and you choose.