2-Day Colca Canyon Trek
About This Tour
Discover the dramatic landscapes of Colca Canyon on this 2-day trekking adventure from Arequipa. Travel through the Colca Valley, stop at Condor’s Cross to watc...
Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Arequipa, Colca Canyon · Languages: English, Spanish
Know before you go: INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS; PASSPORT REQUIRED; Not wheelchair accessible; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; No public transportation nearby; Infant seats unavailable; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; Not recommended for people with heart conditions; This activity is not recommended for children 15 and younger; Maximum recommended age: 55 years; The entrance to the Colca Valley is paid at the moment, in cash, in local currency (PEN); You should be in a good physical condition; The optional activities (*) are not included; Due to the altitude, we recommend a good acclimatization before starting any activity.; At least 2 people are required to book the private room; At the end of the tour, we will drop you off two blocks from the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa; Pick up from centrally located Arequipa city hotels
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What's Included
- Pick up from the hotel located in Arequipa
- Transport to back to the city of Arequipa
- 01 night of basic accommodation at Sangalle, rooms with shared or private bathroom
Not Included
- Entrance ticket to the Colca Valley (foreigner s/ 70.00, foreigner Latino s/ 40.00, soles, per person)
- Entrance ticket to the hot springs (s/. 15.00 soles, per person)
- Last lunch in Chivay (s/. 45.00 soles, per person)
- Hotel drop-off.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
DAY 1 Arequipa - Sangalle Oasis Chivay 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. Condor's Cross 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. San Juan de Chuccho 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 de Chuccho, we will enjoy a well-deserved rest with lunch. Sangalle 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.
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2Day 02
DAY 2 Sangalle Oasis - Cabanaconde - Arequipa Cabanaconde 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). Maca 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, with a panoramic visit to its colonial church. Yanque 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. Back to Arequipa 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 2 blocks from Plaza de Armas.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Pickup service provided in Arequipa. · Tour start: Pickup service provided in Arequipa. — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
