2 Day Trek Including Transfer to Puno / Colca Canyon
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About This Transfer Service 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.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Transfer from Chivay to Puno
- Dinner
What's Not Included
- Entrance to the Colca Canyon
- Last lunch in Chivay / Buffet
- Hot Springs Chacapi
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 30 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Arequipa city - Chivay - Condor’s cross - Sangalle
Pickup at your hotel/hostel in Arequipa
Pickup at your hotel/hostel in Arequipa. Direct transfer to Chivay.
We arrive in Chivay around 7:30 am to have breakfast 30 minutes
We arrive in Chivay around 7:30 am to have breakfast. This town is famed for its traditional houses and its colourful landscape.
The condor's cross viewpoint is known as the... 30 minutes
The condor's cross viewpoint is known as the best place in South America to see the Andean Condor flying. The Andean Condor Bird can weigh up to 12 kg with a wingspan of over 3 metres!
Sangalle is a village at an altitude of approximately 1900 masl 11 hours
Sangalle is a village at an altitude of approximately 1900 masl. There you can enjoy the warm swimming pool to relax after a long day hiking. We arrive to Sangalle at approximately 17:00 hrs. At night, we have dinner and sleepover in bungalows.
Between 3:00 and 3:30 hrs, we depart from...
Between 3:00 and 3:30 hrs, we depart from Arequipa to Cabanaconde in the Colca Canyon, which is about a 6 hour drive. On the way we stop for breakfast in Chivay and later continue to Condor's cross which is the best place to watch the Canyon and the famous Andean Condor birds. From there, we continue another 20 minutes by bus to start our trek downhill. We trek downhill for approximately 3 hours from 3300 masl to 2100 masl into the Canyon. Upon arrival, we have lunch and some time to rest in San Juan de Chuccho, a village with vegetation and some fruit trees. From there, we continue to the small towns of Cosñirhua and Malata, then it's time to start hiking even further into the Canyon, this time into the deepest part of the trek to reach “Sangalle”, a village at an altitude of approximately 1900 masl. There you can enjoy the warm swimming pool to relax after a long day hiking. We arrive to Sangalle at approximately 17:00 hrs. At night, we have dinner and sleepover in Cielo azul Lodge.
Sangalle - Cabanaconde - Hot Springs - Chivay - Puno
After the breakfast in Cabanaconde we go to... 1 hour
After the breakfast in Cabanaconde we go to the hot springs, which are located close to Chivay. The entrace costs 15 soles and it's not included in the price. In the Hot Springs you will find different pools with water temperature from 30ºC up to 60°C. Coming into the Hot Springs is optional but it's definetly a nice experience.
In the way back to Arequipa we stop... 15 minutes
In the way back to Arequipa we stop into the reserve in a place called Pampa Cañahuas to see Volcanos but also camelids as Alpacas, Llamas and Vicuñas. The stop is only 10 - minutes but you will see volcanos and camelids during more than 1 hour.
At 05:00 hrs, we start trekking uphill for...
At 05:00 hrs, we start trekking uphill for approximately 3 hours to the town of Cabanaconde with the help of torch lights. This part of the trek can provide spectacular views as we trek during the sunrise. We have breakfast in Cabanaconde, from there we head to Chivay. On the way, we have a great view of pre-Inca terraces, some archaeological ruins and colonial towns amongst other views. Around noon, we arrive in Chivay at the hot springs (optional). In Chivay, we enjoy a typical local lunch if you want. In the afternoon, we have transfer to Puno. On the way to Puno, we descend from 4830 masl to 2325 masl and pass through the national reserve of Pampa Cañahuas, which is a habitat for the four species of South American camelids (llama, alpaca, vicuña and guanaco). At 18:30 hrs, we arrive in Puno and drop you off at your hotel / hostel if it's located in the center of the city.
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