Colca Canyon Trek: Unforgettable Hiking Adventure in Peru

$290
Duration
3 days
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About This Tour

Enjoy an outdoor hike surrounded by beautiful mountains and spectacular landscapes, with our 3-day tour Colca Canyon Trek Adventure. Explore with us the deepest canyon in the world, and spend an unforgettable time in this incredible place.

A perfect tour for trek lovers in the middle of nature.

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Inclusions

  • Pick up from the hotel located in Arequipa
  • Transport to back to the city of Arequipa
  • 02 nights of basic accommodation
  • Food & drinks

Exclusions

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

Tour Plan

Itinerary

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Day 1 Arequipa - San Juan de Chuccho

Chivay
Very early in the morning, we will depart to the town of Chivay with our transport, in a journey of 4 hours. Upon arrival, we will have breakfast.
Condor's Cross
The tour continues to the Condor’s cross (3,800 m.a.s.l.). Here, we’ll have the great opportunity to see and admire the incredible Condor flying around.
San Juan de Chuccho
Then, we will reach Pampas de San Miguel (3,300 m.a.s.l.), the starting point of the trekking.We will descend to the depth of the canyon along 4.6 miles, until we reach San Juan de Chuccho (2,400 m.a.s.l.). This town is surrounded by beautiful and abundant vegetation. In this place we’re going to have lunch and dinner, and spend the night. Overnight at a basic familiar guesthouse

Day 2 San Juan de Chuccho - Sangalle

Cosñirhua & Malata
After breakfast, we are going to start a total trek of 2.5 miles, taking uphill and downhill paths, and visiting lovely traditional towns such as Cosñirhua, with the opportunity to admire pre Incan ruins. We will also pass through the town of Malata, where we can see its old Spanish church. We’re going have time for lunch.
Sangalle
Later, we will descend until reach the Oasis of Sangalle (2,225 m.a.s.l.) to spend the night. Here, you can take a refreshing bath in the pool and enjoy lunch. We can make short tours around the oasis (optional).At night, we will enjoy a delicious dinner, and have time for a well deserve rest. Overnight at a basic familiar guesthouse

Day 3 Sangalle - Arequipa

Cabanaconde
The tour starts very early in the morning, with an amazing trek of 3 hours (2.5 miles), ascending the slope of the canyon until we reach the town of Cabanaconde.
Chivay
After having breakfast in this picturesque town, we will take the transport to go to Chivay.
Maca
On the way, we are going to visit the viewpoint of Antahuilque, with amazing landscapes to Inca terraces. Also we will stop by the town of Maca, which stands out for its beautiful colonial church.
Yanque
The town of Yanque offers us its hot springs (optional*).
Back to Arequipa
Then, we’re going to the town of Chivay to lunch (optional*). On our way back to Arequipa, we are going to have the opportunity to pass through the National Reserve of Pampa Cañahuas, home of camelids as alpaca, vicuña and llamas.Upon arrival, we will drop you off two blocks from Plaza de Armas of Arequipa.

Meeting / Pickup

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

Know Before You Go

  • Passport required

What to Bring

* Passport
* Comfortable and warm clothes
* Hat and sunglasses
* Appropriate footwear for walking
* 2 to 3 liters of water for the first day
* Canes
* Backpack to carry your personal things
* Small flashlight
* Swimwear
* Cleaning supplies
* Insect repellent
* Cash

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • This activity is not recommended for children 7 and younger
  • Tour not recommended for people over 70 years’ old
  • You should be in a good physical conditions
  • Due to the altitude, we recommend a good acclimatization before starting any activity
  • At the end of the tour, we will drop you off two blocks from the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa
  • At least 2 people are required to take place this activity
  • It is the passenger's responsibility to wear a protective mask and maintain distance. In case they don't respect the basic safety measures, they will be asked to leave the tour. The capacity of tour will be temporarily reduced to ensure social distancing.
  • Pick up from centrally located Arequipa city hotels

Cancellation Policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

Reviews

4.45/5
Wonderful
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Location (4.25/5)
Amenities (4.75/5)
Services (4.25/5)
Price (4.5/5)
Rooms (4.5/5)

4 Comments

  1. 4.6

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    Hiking through the stunning landscapes of Colca Canyon was an adventure we won’t soon forget. While the breathtaking views and serene nights under the stars made it truly special, we did miss having more comfortable accommodations after long days on the trails.

  2. 4.4

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    This trek offered some breathtaking views and a sense of peace that is hard to describe in words. The accommodations were basic but clean, which I appreciated after long days of hiking. One downside was the inconsistent food options, but the stunning landscapes more than made up for it.

  3. 4.2

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    We embarked on an unforgettable adventure with friends through stunning landscapes and deep canyons that took our breath away. The overnight stays offered a cozy glimpse into local culture, though the lack of hot showers was a bit of a challenge after long days on the trails. Overall, the experience exceeded our expectations, solidifying our love for hiking and the beauty of the outdoors.

  4. 4.6

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    The hiking journey was truly unforgettable, with breathtaking views around every corner that exceeded my expectations. While the local meals offered a delightful taste of authentic flavors, the altitude did make the trek a bit challenging at times, but it was worth every step.

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