2-Day Colca Canyon Trek
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About This Experience in Arequipa
Why Visit Arequipa?
Arequipa, Peru offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Arequipa provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Arequipa
You can reach Arequipa, Peru by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Pick up from centrally located Arequipa city hotels
- Lunch
- Dinner
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Drop off at the hotel
- Colca Canyon - International Foreign
- Colca Canyon - Latin American Foreign
- Hot Springs
- Basic Accommodation & Meals (optional)
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This activity is not recommended for children 15 and younger
- You should bring comfortable clothes, coat, sunglasses, sunhat, trekking shoes, water canteen, walking stick, towel, toilet paper, swimsuit, personal hygiene supplies, small flashlight, small backpack to take your personal belongs.
- The entrance to the Colca Valley is paid at the moment, in cash, in local currency (PEN)
- The optional activities (*) are not included
- At least 2 people are require to book a private room
- At the end of the tour, we are going to drop you off two blocks from Plaza de Armas
- If you want to take the transfer to Puno on the last day, please select the correct option when booking. The regular bus will depart from Chivay at 1:00 p.m. and will drop you off at the main square of the city of Puno, arriving at 7:00 p.m. Upon arrival in Puno, you will need to make your own way to your hotel.
- If you book the tour with the transfer to Puno included, you can leave your big luggage in a safe place located in the town of Cabanaconde (starting point of the trek) on the first day, and pick it up before arriving to Chivay on the last day. It has an extra cost, paid at the moment, in cash, in local currency (PEN)
- You should be in good physical condition
- Due to the altitude, we recommend a good acclimatization before starting any activity
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Arequipa - Sangalle Oasis
This amazing adventure starts very early in the morning 30 minutes
This amazing adventure starts very early in the morning. We will pick you up from your accommodation located in the city of Arequipa, and then, we will go straight to the Valley of Colca, in a journey of circa 3 hours. We are going to make a short stop to have breakfast at Chivay.
We will continue the route towards the Condor’s Cross (3,800 m 40 minutes
We will continue the route towards the Condor’s Cross (3,800 m.a.s.l.) to watch the one of the most amazing natural wonders: the condor’s flying.
Later, we are going to until reach the Pampas of San Miguel (3,300 m 10 minutes
Later, we are going to until reach the Pampas of San Miguel (3,300 m.a.s.l.). From this point, the hike begins to the bottom of the canyon, for along 4.6 miles (3 hours).
Upon arriving to the town of San Juan... 1 hour
Upon arriving to the town of San Juan de Chuccho, we will enjoy a well-deserved rest with lunch.
Later, the trek continues through the towns of Cosñirhua y Malata for 2 2 hours
Later, the trek continues through the towns of Cosñirhua y Malata for 2.5 more miles (2.5 hours). We will arrive to Sangalle (2,225 m), a spectacular oasis where we will spend the night. Here, you can enjoy a bath in the pool, and having dinner by night.
Sangalle Oasis - Cabanaconde - Arequipa
Very early in the morning (5:00 AM), we will start the hike of 2 3 hours
Very early in the morning (5:00 AM), we will start the hike of 2.5 miles ascending the canyon slope, for around 3 hours, admiring the sunrise with incredible views, until we reach the town of Cabanaconde (3,230 m).
After breakfast, our transport will take us to... 30 minutes
After breakfast, our transport will take us to the town of Chivay, making short stops to the viewpoint of Antahuilque, with beautiful views to Andean terraces and the valley of Colca.
Then, we will visit the town of Maca,... 20 minutes
Then, we will visit the town of Maca, with a panoramic visit to its colonial church.
We are going to have time to visit the hot springs of Yanque (optional*) 40 minutes
We are going to have time to visit the hot springs of Yanque (optional*). This powerful hot water pools have healing properties as well as relaxing effects.
Then, we are going to enjoy a tasty lunch (optional*) at Chivay 1 hour
Then, we are going to enjoy a tasty lunch (optional*) at Chivay.
During our way back to the city of... 5 minutes
During our way back to the city of Arequipa, we will have the opportunity to pass near the National Reserve Pampa Cañahuas, home of different types of camelids such as llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and guanacos. Arriving in Arequipa, we will drop you off two blocks from Plaza de Armas of Arequipa. You have the option to choose the transfer to Puno at the end of the tour on day 2. In this case, you will depart from the town of Chivay at 1:00 p.m. and arrive at the main square of Puno at 7:00 p.m.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
