Embark on a 3-day custom Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa and immerse yourself in nature and local communities. Explore breathtaking views, encounter American Camelids, and savor Peruvian homemade food.
Day 1 - From Arequipa into Deep Canyon
Colca Canyon - Your expert tour guide will pick you up from your hotel at 7:00-7:30 in the morning to take you to the Colca Canyon by means of private van. Along the way you might spot some American Camelids, such as vicuñas, alpacas and llamas and you will witness breathtaking landscapes as you drive, such as lakes, glaciers and magnificent volcanoes. We take you to Cabanaconde (3700 m), the largest town of the Colca Canyon and after an energetic lunch, we start hiking down to the canyon.
San Juan de Chuccho - After 3 to 4-hours of hiking a rocky path downhill, you’ll make it to the village of San Juan de Chuccho, where a warm meal is waiting for you. You spend the night at a cozy local family house.
Day 2 - To Oasis and Cabanaconde
Cabanaconde - Oasis - Cabanaconde
You may catch-up on some sleep in the morning, as your delicious pancakes breakfast will be ready at 8:00am. After breakfast, start your 3-hour trek to the oasis, passing through the local communities of Cosñirhua and Malata. Your guide will explain how the local people of these mountain villages live. After visiting a local hospital, school and a museum, you will feel more integrated into the lives of the villagers. You’ll also learn more about the different flora and fauna and how they’re used in daily life of the local people.
Day 3 - Cruz del Condor and Hot springs
Condor’s Cross - After a hot shower in the morning and a typical breakfast, your driver and guide take you to the most spectacular place of the Colca Canyon, the Cruz del Condor Mirador. At this viewpoint, the depth of the canyon is at 1200 meter and it is the best place to spot the majestic Andean Condor flying over the canyon. The condor is the biggest flying land bird on earth, with wingspans that can measure up to 3 meters. Once we have some good pictures of the condor, we continue our travels to Chivay and along the way we will make some stops at typical small villages of the Colca Canyon.
Chivay - In Chivay you can visit the hot springs to loosen your aching muscles and after a delicious buffet lunch of typical Peruvian food, we travel back to Arequipa. Your arrival in Arequipa is at approximately 6 PM and we will transfer you to your hotel.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Entrance fees covered (70 soles value)
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Hot springs entrance (optional)
We are the only adventure trekking company in Arequipa that leaves at 7 am and we have a superior customised service. Descend one of the deepest canyons in the world in a 3-day, 2-night trek. Take the time to enjoy amazing views, local communities, American Camelids and Peruvian homemade food. Experience the huge flora and fauna, green valleys and see where the habitants live and where their ancestors used to live centuries ago.
This tour consists of small groups from 2-5 people. As you will be in a small group we are very flexible throughout the tour. You can stop wherever you want to take pictures and you determine the speed during the hike.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years
- A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable hiking/trekking shoes
- Minimum 2 passengers per booking
- Maximum 5 passengers per booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Minimum age is 18 years
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
