-The water is channeled into these pools from a natural underground spring. -The salt ponds are located on the slopes of Cori Pujio Mountain in the Sacred Valley -Workers extract salt crystals from …Full review by Sridhar T
Oct 27, 2024
It's cool to check out and see how salt is harvested. When we visited, there was lots of other tours there so the visit can be a bit rushed or hectic for some, but definitely worth it. Our driver gav…Full review by adrenalinejunkie007
Oct 22, 2024
With a legendary backstory of God's and slingshots, and a 500-year history of salt production, the photogenic Maras Salt Mine is a must-see spot. The white ponds are blinding bright in the sun, so ke…Full review by heindevries
Is there a fee to see the maras salt fields ? If so how much and can I purchase it when we get there?
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I believe there is an entrance fee, that would usually be included in the cost of a guided trip to the site. Also I think the fee would be a nominal one.
Hi. Does this place have a closing time? We arrive in Cusco airport at 2pm (and hopefully be out of the airport by 3pm). From the airport we head to Ollantaytambo where we are booked. Do you think it is still worth stopping by this place given the time we have? (I am hoping to be there before sunset to still be able to "see" the sight.) Is this place also open at night?
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To answer my own question, this place is open until 6 pm. We went to this place around second week of October. There was a sign at the entrance. It was in Spanish but I assume it was …
To answer my own question, this place is open until 6 pm. We went to this place around second week of October. There was a sign at the entrance. It was in Spanish but I assume it was about the closing time of this place...I am glad we decided to stop at the salt mines. It is truly worth-seeing!
maras salt fields to moray ruins is about 10 Kilometers if you want to walk the established dirt road. It would be an easy trek about 2 to 3 hours depending on your pace. you can take …
maras salt fields to moray ruins is about 10 Kilometers if you want to walk the established dirt road. It would be an easy trek about 2 to 3 hours depending on your pace. you can take a break and Explore the town center of Maras. you can also take shorter routes along foot trails. use maps to establish your route. I suggest you bring a car or take an ATV since it is hot and there is very little shade along the dirt road route.
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