Overview Trekking Colca Canyon 3 Days
- Duration 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Difficulty Moderate
- Group size Minimum 2 people
With the Colca Canyon Tour, you will enjoy the Valley of the Volcanoes, the region’s rich flora and fauna, and the breathtaking Colca Canyon. The Colca Valley is located in the northeastern part of the Arequipa region, at an altitude of 3,600 meters above sea level, near the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. It is considered one of the deepest canyons in the world, reaching approximately 3,200–3,400 meters in depth, depending on where it is measured. Blessed with privileged Andean vegetation due to its climate, it is one of the most extraordinary destinations in the country. Throughout the valley, you can see colorful pre-Inca terraces, and at the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, you can witness the majestic flight of the Andean condors. At the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, you will be able to admire the flight of the condor, a majestic and endangered bird that inhabits the canyon. The region’s diverse fauna allows travelers to spot animals such as alpacas, vicuñas, viscachas, foxes, pumas, eagles, hawks, and owls. You can experience all of this onthe Condor Flight Tour.
Highlights
- Arequipa (2,335 m.a.s.l.)
- Colca Canyon (4,500 m.a.s.l.)
- Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint (3,800 m.a.s.l.)
- La Calera Hot Springs (3,618 m.a.s.l.)
Good to know
- ≈1,100 mdescent from Cabanaconde (≈3,300 m) to the oasis of Sangalle.
- 3–4 hclimb back to the rim on the last morning, starting around 5 am.
- CondorsCruz del Cóndor viewpoint, best around 8–10 am.
Frequently asked questions
How hard is the Colca Canyon trek?
Is the Colca ticket included?
2 or 3 days?
When is the best time?
Itinerary Trekking Colca Canyon 3 Days
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03:00am to 03:30am Between that time, we pick up from the hotels in the center of Arequipa. 03:30am We begin our trip of approximately 03 hours to reach the town of Chivay where we will have our breakfast; They will be given a time of 20 minutes for breakfast and from there we will continue our way to the second point which is the Viewpoint of the Cruz del Condor where you can appreciate the depth of the canyon and if it is feasible to see the flight of the Condor; In the place we will stay an average of 30 minutes so that you can enjoy nature and take photos. Then we go to the town of Cabanaconde which is at a height of 3287m.s.n.m. where we will start our walk to the Viewpoint of Pampa San Miguel; at the point we will be able to appreciate the route that we will take through the canyon, thus starting the descent towards the town of San Juan de Chuccho where we will spend the first night; We will make a walk of approximately 03 hours until we reach the Colca River where we will pass through a suspension bridge; passing the bridge we will make a short way up to reach San Juan de Chuccho where we will have lunch, in the afternoon we will be able to appreciate some fruit trees and medicinal
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After breakfast we resume our walk inside the canyon passing through the towns of Cosñirhua and Malata towards the Sangalle Oasis where we will spend the night; We will arrive at 12:30pm approx. Upon arrival at the oasis we will have lunch and after that the distribution of rooms will be made so that they can rest for a moment. In the afternoon you can spend a refreshing moment in the pool. Dinner and overnight in the Bungalows.
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05:00am we will begin the ascent towards the town of Cabanaconde; our path is approximately 03 hours in the form of a zigzag and a little cobbled until we reach a cross that is the point where the whole group gathers to rest for a moment and photos can also be taken with an impressive view of the canyon; Then we will take a short walk along a flat path to reach the main square of the town where the restaurant is located so that we can have breakfast. Then we will board the transport that will take us to the town of Chivay, on the way we will make stops such as the Antahuilque viewpoint to appreciate the impressive terraces of the valley; the town of Maca where you can appreciate its church that is traditional for the architecture it has, you can also appreciate the sale of handicrafts made by the same residents of the area. We continue our way until we reach Chivay to visit the Hot Springs. In the place they can stay for a time of 01 hour. Finally, we go to a buffet-style restaurant for lunch (payment on behalf of the client), then we start our way back to the city of Arequipa; on the way we will make a stop at the highest point of the road which is Patapampa, it is at a height of 4,910 m (16,109 ft) where we can appreciate part of the mountain range; We will also make astop in the wetlands to appreciate the main camelids that inhabit the area such as the Alpaca, Llama and Vicuña. 05:00pm Arrival in the city of Arequipa and we will leave you near the Main Square.
Includes / Does not include Trekking Colca Canyon 3 Days
Includes
- Tourist transport
- Professional guide Spanish / English
- Bungalow acommodation 2 nights
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunch and 2 dinner
Not included
- Thermal baths entrance 15 PEN
- private rooms Bungalows + 15 USD per night.
- Snacks and drinks,
- Extra cash money.
- Tips.
Packing list Trekking Colca Canyon 3 Days
- A bottle of Water (1 Liter).
- Light, warm clothing (it is cold in the morning and hot during the day).
- Personal backpack with the essentials for the tour.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and cap.
- Personal medication.
- Photographic camera.
- Comfortable hiking shoes.
- Energizing snack, chocolate or candy.
Prices Trekking Colca Canyon 3 Days
Tour price
Price per person · ask us for group-size rates
- Starting from US$165 per person Check dates
- Groups & private service Rate based on your group per person Get a quote
- Entrance to the hot springs in Chivay (S/. 15.00 Peruvian Soles).
- Shopping
- Water, snacks, Drinks.
Overview
- Duration 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Difficulty Moderate
- Group size Minimum 2 people
With the Colca Canyon Tour, you will enjoy the Valley of the Volcanoes, the region’s rich flora and fauna, and the breathtaking Colca Canyon. The Colca Valley is located in the northeastern part of the Arequipa region, at an altitude of 3,600 meters above sea level, near the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. It is considered one of the deepest canyons in the world, reaching approximately 3,200–3,400 meters in depth, depending on where it is measured. Blessed with privileged Andean vegetation due to its climate, it is one of the most extraordinary destinations in the country. Throughout the valley, you can see colorful pre-Inca terraces, and at the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, you can witness the majestic flight of the Andean condors. At the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint, you will be able to admire the flight of the condor, a majestic and endangered bird that inhabits the canyon. The region’s diverse fauna allows travelers to spot animals such as alpacas, vicuñas, viscachas, foxes, pumas, eagles, hawks, and owls. You can experience all of this onthe Condor Flight Tour.
Highlights
- Arequipa (2,335 m.a.s.l.)
- Colca Canyon (4,500 m.a.s.l.)
- Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint (3,800 m.a.s.l.)
- La Calera Hot Springs (3,618 m.a.s.l.)
Good to know
- ≈1,100 mdescent from Cabanaconde (≈3,300 m) to the oasis of Sangalle.
- 3–4 hclimb back to the rim on the last morning, starting around 5 am.
- CondorsCruz del Cóndor viewpoint, best around 8–10 am.
Frequently asked questions
How hard is the Colca Canyon trek?
Is the Colca ticket included?
2 or 3 days?
When is the best time?
-
03:00am to 03:30am Between that time, we pick up from the hotels in the center of Arequipa. 03:30am We begin our trip of approximately 03 hours to reach the town of Chivay where we will have our breakfast; They will be given a time of 20 minutes for breakfast and from there we will continue our way to the second point which is the Viewpoint of the Cruz del Condor where you can appreciate the depth of the canyon and if it is feasible to see the flight of the Condor; In the place we will stay an average of 30 minutes so that you can enjoy nature and take photos. Then we go to the town of Cabanaconde which is at a height of 3287m.s.n.m. where we will start our walk to the Viewpoint of Pampa San Miguel; at the point we will be able to appreciate the route that we will take through the canyon, thus starting the descent towards the town of San Juan de Chuccho where we will spend the first night; We will make a walk of approximately 03 hours until we reach the Colca River where we will pass through a suspension bridge; passing the bridge we will make a short way up to reach San Juan de Chuccho where we will have lunch, in the afternoon we will be able to appreciate some fruit trees and medicinal
-
After breakfast we resume our walk inside the canyon passing through the towns of Cosñirhua and Malata towards the Sangalle Oasis where we will spend the night; We will arrive at 12:30pm approx. Upon arrival at the oasis we will have lunch and after that the distribution of rooms will be made so that they can rest for a moment. In the afternoon you can spend a refreshing moment in the pool. Dinner and overnight in the Bungalows.
-
05:00am we will begin the ascent towards the town of Cabanaconde; our path is approximately 03 hours in the form of a zigzag and a little cobbled until we reach a cross that is the point where the whole group gathers to rest for a moment and photos can also be taken with an impressive view of the canyon; Then we will take a short walk along a flat path to reach the main square of the town where the restaurant is located so that we can have breakfast. Then we will board the transport that will take us to the town of Chivay, on the way we will make stops such as the Antahuilque viewpoint to appreciate the impressive terraces of the valley; the town of Maca where you can appreciate its church that is traditional for the architecture it has, you can also appreciate the sale of handicrafts made by the same residents of the area. We continue our way until we reach Chivay to visit the Hot Springs. In the place they can stay for a time of 01 hour. Finally, we go to a buffet-style restaurant for lunch (payment on behalf of the client), then we start our way back to the city of Arequipa; on the way we will make a stop at the highest point of the road which is Patapampa, it is at a height of 4,910 m (16,109 ft) where we can appreciate part of the mountain range; We will also make astop in the wetlands to appreciate the main camelids that inhabit the area such as the Alpaca, Llama and Vicuña. 05:00pm Arrival in the city of Arequipa and we will leave you near the Main Square.
Includes
- Tourist transport
- Professional guide Spanish / English
- Bungalow acommodation 2 nights
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunch and 2 dinner
Not included
- Thermal baths entrance 15 PEN
- private rooms Bungalows + 15 USD per night.
- Snacks and drinks,
- Extra cash money.
- Tips.
- A bottle of Water (1 Liter).
- Light, warm clothing (it is cold in the morning and hot during the day).
- Personal backpack with the essentials for the tour.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and cap.
- Personal medication.
- Photographic camera.
- Comfortable hiking shoes.
- Energizing snack, chocolate or candy.
Tour price
Price per person · ask us for group-size rates
- Starting from US$165 per person Check dates
- Groups & private service Rate based on your group per person Get a quote
- Entrance to the hot springs in Chivay (S/. 15.00 Peruvian Soles).
- Shopping
- Water, snacks, Drinks.
