Five to six hours return to the foot of a 771 m waterfall that was not documented by the outside world until 2005. Horses available if the walk is too much.
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Gocta Falls, planned for you
Day-by-day timings, the route, what each part costs, where to sleep and eat, and a checklist. One PDF that works offline: print it, or send it to everyone going.
- Day 1 Gocta Falls: the trek
- TravelBase: Cocachimba
- PermitPermits and entry
- On the trailMedium trek to 2,200 m₹600
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The route
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On the map
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The climb
How to reach the start
Combi from Chachapoyas to Cocachimba, about an hour.
Step 3 of 6Next: Permits↓Permits and rules
Rules change. Check the park office or official booking system before you travel.
Step 4 of 6Next: Gear↓What to carry
What it costs
Ballpark ranges, not live quotes. Prices last updated 6 October 2026. Prices move with season and demand, so check live fares before you book. Spot a wrong price? Tell us and we fix it.
Covers local transport, permits or entry, a guide where needed and food on the trail. Getting to Cocachimba is extra.
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Questions people ask
How hard is the Gocta Falls trek?
Medium grade. It takes 1 day and climbs to about 2,200 m. Five to six hours return to the foot of a 771 m waterfall that was not documented by the outside world until 2005. Horses available if the walk is too much.
Do I need a permit for Gocta Falls?
Village entrance fee at Cocachimba; local guides are compulsory on some sections.
How do I reach the Gocta Falls trek?
Combi from Chachapoyas to Cocachimba, about an hour. Base: Cocachimba.
What is the best season for Gocta Falls?
May–Sep.
How much does the Gocta Falls trek cost?
From about ₹600 per person from the base, covering local transport, permits or entry, a guide where required and food. The journey to the base is extra.
What should I carry?
Rain gear — this is cloud forest and it rains regardless of season. Insect repellent.
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By Gokul · Updated 6 October 2026 · Photo: JOHIROVI · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Draceane · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source · Photo: Draceane · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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