Embark on a rewarding 2-day Colca Trekking adventure from Arequipa. Explore the stunning Colca Canyon, meet locals, relax in the Oasis, and witness majestic Condors in flight.
Colca Canyon Viewpoint of Andean Condor
Colca Canyon - We will start at 3:00 and 3:30 AM pick up from your hotel and drive three hours to Chivay. Stop for simple breakfast of bread, butter, jam, tea, mate and coffee. We then continue to the Condor Cross Viewpoint and stop for 30 minutes to see condor. After lunch, we continue walking to the village Sangalle, passing the small towns of Cosñirhua and Malata along the way. Sangalle is an oasis at 1,900 meters and is deepest point of the trek. Upon arriving, we will eat dinner and relax in the natural fed pools. The meal usually consists of vegetable soup, pasta and tea. You will spend the night in Sangalle and sleep in shared bungalows made of bamboo. The Condor Cross Viewpoint and stop for 30 minutes to see into the depths of the Colca Canyon and look for Condors flying overhead.
Yanque thermal baht
Yanque - We will wake up at 5:00 AM to stark trekking out of the canyon to Cabanaconde. Here we will eat a simple breakfast of bread, butter, jam, tea, coffee and mate. After breakfast, we will drive back towards Chivay and make various stops along the way to see pre-Incan and Incan terraces, colonial towns, and other views. Our last stop is the Yanque hot springs where we will stay for approximately one hour to enjoy the hot baths. Afterwards, we will stop for lunch. stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Chivay before returning to Arequipa. En route to Arequipa, we descend from 4,830 meters to 2,325 meters and make a couple stops along the way in through the National Reserve of Aguada Blanca.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Tour guide Spanish/English
- National Park fee 70S/ = 18$ hot springs entrance fee 15 S/.=4$
- horse rent aprox 20 usd
- tips for guide
The Colca Canyon Trek spanning two days is structured for individuals who have previously embarked on treks. The inaugural day involves a demanding 6-hour hike, encompassing both ascents and descents interspersed with a 60-minute lunch break. Day two entails a 3-hour climb at dawn. Hikers will initiate the final 3-hour journey out of the gorge early on day two.
- Uncover the mysteries of the gorges depths
- Relish the experience of interacting and being welcomed by local inhabitants
- Unwind in the delightful landscapes of the Oasis, with its naturally replenished pools
- Accomplish a grueling yet satisfying trek
- Marvel at the imposing Condors soaring above
- Bask in the soothing waters of Yanque hot springs and delve into the flavors of Peruvian culinary delights in Chivay
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
