Arequipa, Perú

COLCA CANYON FULL DAY

4.9(128)

Tour Description

The Colca Canyon, located in the northeastern end of the city of Arequipa, about 165 km away, is an impressive valley that stretches over 100 km. Despite only occupying a part of the Colca River basin, it is the second deepest canyon in the world, with a depth of 4150 meters, surpassed only by the Cotahuasi Canyon.

This spectacular canyon lies between the districts of Callalli and Huambo and offers stunning natural landscapes, including countless terraces dating back to pre-Columbian times. Additionally, it's home to rich wildlife, where you can spot condors, vizcachas, alpacas, vicuñas, and many other species.

The Colca Canyon is not just a natural treasure but also holds immense cultural value. It is inhabited by a series of villages descended from ancient communities that have inhabited the region throughout history.

Detailed Itinerary

  • 02:30. Our local guide picks up our clients in a tourist transport from the downtown hotels of the city of Arequipa to start our tour to the Colca Canyon.
  • 03:00. Bus departs to Chivay (approx. 3 hrs. travel time)
  • 06:00. Arrival in Chivay for breakfast, continuing our journey (approx. 2 hrs.). 08:30. We arrive at the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, where we can appreciate the Colca Canyon in all its magnificence, the flight of the Condors, and a wonderful view for photography.
  • 10:00. We return to Chivay, with stops in the towns of Pinchollo, Maca, and Yanque, which house beautiful colonial churches; at the Antahuilque and Choquetico viewpoints where you can see Pre-Incan tombs and models.
  • 12:00. We head to the thermal baths of Calera, with medicinal waters ranging from 35°C to 38°C.
  • 13:00. Lunch in the town of Chivay. Finally, return to the city of Arequipa with stops at; the Volcanoes Viewpoint (highest point 4,800 meters above sea level), the Tocra wetlands (showcasing a variety of wild birds), Cañahuas Pampa (Aguada Blanca and Salinas National Reserve), home of the vicuñas.
  • 18:00. Arrival in Arequipa and transfer to your hotels in the city of Arequipa.

NOTE:

  • From Chivay, you can continue your journey to Puno without needing to return to Arequipa, just add $33.00, and we'll be happy to wait for you to take you to your hotel in downtown Puno.

Includes

  • Consultation one day before the tour.
  • Buffet lunch in Chivay.
  • Breakfast in Chivay.
  • Professional guide in Spanish / English.
  • Hotel pickup in the city of Arequipa.
  • Tourist transportation.

Does not include

  • Others not mentioned in the program.
  • Thermal baths in Chivay.
  • BTC (Colca tourist ticket)

Recommendations

  • 1.Wear a cap or sun hat.
  • 2.Sneakers or shoes for visits and walks.
  • 3.Sunglasses, Sunscreen, lip balm.
  • 4.Swimsuit.
  • 5.Sandals.
  • 6.December to April is the rainy season (bring waterproof clothing and umbrella), May to November is the dry and cold season (bring winter clothes).