Colca Trek - 2 Days Tour
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About This Tour 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
- All Fees and Taxes
- Dinner
- Walking Sticks
What's Not Included
- Drinks
- Mules
- Snacks
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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: 10 minutes before departure
Itinerary
Arequipa - Chivay - Cruz del Condor viewpoint - San Juan de Chuccho - Sangalle
Pick up at 3AM from the hotel in... 12 hours
Pick up at 3AM from the hotel in Arequipa and departure to Chivay, located at 3 hours from Arequipa. Breakfast and departure to the Cruz del Condor a natural view point from where we will watch the condor’s flight and the Colca canyon. Then we will continue until arrive to Pampa Sann Miguel; where we will start the 2 day trekking into the Colca Canyon, descending during 3 hours to the Colca River (2160m), a descent of 1300 meters. We will cross to the other side of the canyon and begin our ascent upward. At midday, arrive to the lodge and resting place in San Juan de Chuccho village (2300 meters above sea level). Here you will get a delicious and energetic lunch. After our lunch, we will continue hiking for approximately three hours, crossing small villages (Malata and Cosñirhua to our next destination: Sangalle/Oasis, where we will find a nice place to spend the night in a family bamboo bungalow where we will enjoy the pretty swimming pool between palm trees, surrounded by the Colca. Overnight.
Sangalle - Cabanaconde - Yanque hot Springs - Chivay - Arequipa
At 4am We will begin the ascent of three hours to Cabanaconde (3280m) 12 hours
At 4am We will begin the ascent of three hours to Cabanaconde (3280m). This day we will walk up 1050m, for the last hard and steep trail of our excursion. Breakfast and departure to Chivay, lunch and visit to the hot springs La Calera. Return to Arequipa, guided stops in route at: Patapampa, a natural view point located at 4800 MASL where we will watch the southern mountain range; then we will stop at Pampa Cañahuas for watching the vicugnas, alpagas and lamas. Arrive to Arequipa city at 6PM.
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What is the cancellation policy?
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