2-Day Colca Canyon Trek

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.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arequipa - Sangalle Oasis

Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
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.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Mirador Cruz del Condor, Cabanaconde Peru
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.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: San Miguel, Arequipa 04011, Peru
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).
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: San Juan de Chuccho 04125, Peru
Upon arriving to the town of San Juan de Chuccho, we will enjoy a well-deserved rest with lunch.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Oasis Sangalle, Cabanaconde 04124 Peru
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.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Sangalle Oasis, rural basic accommodation

Day 2: Sangalle Oasis - Cabanaconde - Arequipa

Stop At: Cabanaconde, Cabanaconde, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
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).
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
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.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Maca, Maca, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Then, we will visit the town of Maca, with a panoramic visit to its colonial church.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Yanque, Yanque, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
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.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Then, we are going to enjoy a tasty lunch (optional*) at Chivay.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Reserva Nacional Pampa Cañahuas, XHG3+434, Cañahuas 04000, Peru
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 two blocks from Plaza de Armas of Arequipa.

You have the option to choose the transfer to Puno at the end of the tour on day 2. In this case, you will depart from the town of Chivay at 1:00 p.m. and arrive at the main square of Puno at 7:00 p.m.
Duration: 5 minutes

Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This activity is not recommended for children 15 and younger"
"You should bring comfortable clothes and coat, hat and sunglasses, trekking shoes, water canteen, walk stick, backpack to carry your personal belongings, small flashlight, swimwear, equipment of personal cleanliness"
"The entrance to the Colca Valley is paid at the moment, in cash, in local currency (PEN)"
"The optional activities (*) are not included"
"At least 2 people are require to book a private room"
"At the end of the tour, we are going to drop you off two blocks from Plaza de Armas"
"If you want to take the transfer to Puno on the last day, please select the correct option when booking. The regular bus will depart from Chivay at 1:00 p.m. and will drop you off at the main square of the city of Puno, arriving at 7:00 p.m. Upon arrival in Puno, you will need to make your own way to your hotel."
"If you book the tour with the transfer to Puno included, you can leave your big luggage in a safe place located in the town of Cabanaconde (starting point of the trek) on the first day, and pick it up before arriving to Chivay on the last day. It has an extra cost, paid at the moment, in cash, in local currency (PEN)"
"You should be in good physical condition"
"Due to the altitude, we recommend a good acclimatization before starting any activity"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 03:00 AM
Duração: 2 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up from centrally located Arequipa city hotels

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Pick up from centrally located Arequipa city hotels
• 2x Breakfast
• Accommodation included: 1 night
• 1x Lunch
• 1x Dinner

Não Incluído

• Gratuities
• Ticket entrance to the Colca Valley (foreign S/ 70.00, Latin-American S/ 40.00)
• Ticket entrance to the hot springs (S/ 15.00, local currency)
• Drop off at the hotel

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