Colca Canyon Trek: Explore Stunning Landscapes and Relaxing Oasis

$225
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Explore the deepest canyon in the world in our 2-day Colca Canyon Trek tour with us. Be surprised by beautiful landscapes and amazing mountains in this fantastic place.

Discover the depth of the canyon with this amazing hike tour, and enjoy a well-deserved rest in the middle of the Sangalle oasis.

Live a different adventure enjoying the spectacular Colca Valley.

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Max People
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Inclusions

  • 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

  • Food & drinks

Exclusions

  • Entrance ticket to the Colca Valley (foreigner s/ 70.00, foreigner Latino s/ 40.00, local currency)
  • Entrance ticket to the hot springs (s/. 15.00, local currency)
  • Hotel drop-off.

  • Tip or gratuity

Tour Plan

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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.

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 / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

  • Infants must sit on your lap
  • Passport required

What to Bring

* Passport
* Comfortable clothes and winter water proof jackets
* Hat and sunglasses
* Trekking shoes
* From 2 to 3 liters of water for the first day
* Walk sticks
* Back pack for personal staff
* Small flashlight
* Swimsuits
* Toilet supplies, basics
* Repellent for insects
* Spending money for personal expenses

Please Note

  • 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
  • If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact us! OFFICE NUMBER: (+54 11) 3221-8400 (Mon to Sat from 9 to 18 Hs and Sundays from 10 to 19 Hs) EMERGENCY MOBILE: (+54 911) 6224-2222 (After office hours)
  • Pick up from centrally located Arequipa city hotels

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