Aucallama "Huaral", the new destination of fashion to the north of Lima

Sometimes it happens that the weekend arrives and is passed to us by without doing anything, for this an accessible option for all is Aucallama, a district of Huaral in the north of Lima. Definitely a destination to spend a day of adventure and to enjoy the delicious gastronomy Huaralina.

How to get to Aucallama?

Private transportation

In the north and on the north pan-american highway, crossing the most populated districts of Lima, you'll come up to the toll of the variant Pasamayo, continues right up to the kilometer 71 and turn to the right at the intersection of Aucallama that is located before you reach the Faucet Marcos. Continues for 7 more minutes and you will reach the main square of the district of Aucallama.

Public Transport

Public transport companies to Huaral out every day since the whereabouts Acho in the district of Rímac and from terminal de buses Plaza Norte. There are only two companies; Z-bus and Risi Bus. You should get off at the intersection of Aucallama and take a taxi.

Rate bus: S/.8.00 per way

Taxi from the junction of Aucallama: S/10.00 per trip

Note: at the weekend, the lack of buses it is common, therefore, we recommend to return a little earlier than usual.

What to do a day in Aucallama?

If you are looking for spending an afternoon lunch, family member, or a bit of adventure. Here we tell how to get the best out of your day in Aucallama.

• First time

Start the morning with pork rinds, coffee last, fried potatoes, and stuffing of the house is what we propose to you to start the day, and one of the most recognized is the chicharroneria Don Ignacio, recommended by the famous program of travel reportage to Peru.

• Mid-morning

Take a trip through the old Hacienda Huando, and learn the history of the production of the iconic orange huando of Huaral. The family Graña is one of the most powerful in the country, you will be amazed by the fabulous constructions with nuances prevalent in blue and white. There is not an organized tour, so we recommend you search for a guiding local and get to know it.

• The half-day

The countryside full of trees of oranges, strawberries, and cotton are unique to the valley of the rio chancay. The next stop is the wine cellar Alvanor, in this place you can enjoy the spirits most authentic in the area. Lose yourself in the streets of Huaral testing different sweets in “delight Mayita” don't forget to take the family!, they are delicious.

• In the afternoon

The time came for lunch, and for this Huaral is a dining destination, acknowledged by the food fair international “Mistura”. You'll be able to enjoy with the family of a duck huaralina, chancho al palo, between

other delights that will amaze you. We recommend a visit to the restaurant San Blas park to spend a pleasant moment with family.

• At the end of the day

We recommend you to visit San Graciano in the district of Aucallama, entrance door to the desert of Huaral. In the place you'll be able to perform sporting activities such as sandboarding, trekking, among other tourist activities.

Sandboarding in Aucallama

The dunes of Aucallama are ideal for practice sandboarding in Peruthe mountains of sand most important are: dune sleeping beauty, dune snail, sand dune, the desguazadero and dune of the death. I have No experience? Can I still do it? Of course, many people without experience can practice sandboarding, in the place they are our friends of the professional school Lima Sandboardingthey will provide equipment and instruction. With your visit you will be supporting the children's social project "The dune my home"who found in the sandboard an opportunity to change their lives.

Budget for your trip to Aucallama

1. Car fuel: S/.80.00
2. Tolls: S/.27.00
3. Lunch plate average: S/.30.00
4. Breakfast S/.15.00
5. Bottle of wine S/.20.00
6. Entry Hacienda Huando S/.1.00