Colca Canyon / 2 day 1 night trek
Overview
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 2x Breakfast
- 2x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- 1x Dinner
What to expect
Day 1: From Arequipa to Chivay, Cabanaconde and then Sangalle
Pass By: Arequipa, Arequipa, Arequipa Region
Guarded by three dramatic volcanoes, the city's resplendent setting makes an obvious launchpad for trekking, rafting and visiting the Cañón del Colca. The Unesco World Heritage listed city center is dressed in baroque buildings carved from sillar (white volcanic rock) stone, giving Arequipa the nickname 'Ciudad Blanca' (White City). Its centerpiece, a majestic cathedral with the ethereal El Misti rising behind it, is worth a visit alone. Pretty cityscapes aside, Arequipa has played a fundamental role in Peru’s gastronomic renaissance and dining here in communal picantería eateries or tastebud-provoking fusion restaurants is a highlight.
Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Behold the most accessible and popular segment of the Cañón del Colca, a landscape dominated by agriculture and characterized by some of the most intensely terraced hillsides on earth. The greenery and accessibility has led to this becoming the canyon’s busiest region, with the bulk of the business centered in the small town of Chivay. The canyon’s unashamedly disheveled nexus, this traditional town has embraced tourism without (so far) losing its unkempt high country identity. Long may it continue!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Yanque, Yanque, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Of the Cañón del Colca's dozen or so villages, Yanque, 7km west of Chivay, has the prettiest and liveliest main square, and sports its finest church (from the exterior, at least): the Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción, whose ornate baroque doorway has a look that's almost churrigueresque (an elaborate and intricately decorated Spanish style). Local children in traditional costume dance to music in the main square most mornings at around 7am for tips, catching tourists on their way to the Cruz del Cóndor.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mirador Cruz del Condor, Cabanaconde Peru
This famed viewpoint is for many the highlight of their trip to the Cañón del Colca. A large family of Andean condors nests by the rocky outcrop and, with lots of luck, they can occasionally be seen gliding effortlessly on thermal air currents rising from the canyon, swooping low over onlookers’ heads. It’s a mesmerizing scene, heightened by the spectacular 1200m drop to the river below and the sight of Nevado Mismi on the other side of the ravine.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cabanaconde, Cabanaconde, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
The narrow lower canyon that runs roughly from Cabanaconde down to Huambo is the Colca at its deepest. Only approximately 20% of Cañón del Colca visitors get as far as ramshackle Cabanaconde (most organized itineraries turn around at the Cruz del Cóndor). For those who make it, the attractions are obvious – fewer people, more authenticity and greater tranquility. Welcome to the true canyon experience.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: San Juan de Chuccho, San Juan de Chuccho, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Sangalle is a little town located in the deepest part of the canyon and it's also the place where we sleep during the 2 day 1 night trek.
Duration: 11 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: We sleep in Cielo Azul Lodge located at Sangalle.
Day 2: From Sangalle to Cabanaconde, the hot springs, Chivay and then to Arequipa
Stop At: Cabanaconde, Cabanaconde, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
The narrow lower canyon that runs roughly from Cabanaconde down to Huambo is the Colca at its deepest. Only approximately 20% of Cañón del Colca visitors get as far as ramshackle Cabanaconde (most organized itineraries turn around at the Cruz del Cóndor). For those who make it, the attractions are obvious – fewer people, more authenticity and greater tranquility. Welcome to the true canyon experience.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hot Springs Chacapi, Away From the Main Square Of Yanque 2 km, Yanque 04140 Peru
A beautiful place next to the river where you can try the different pools with different water temperatures. A must do during the tour.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chivay, Chivay, Colca Canyon, Arequipa Region
Behold the most accessible and popular segment of the Cañón del Colca, a landscape dominated by agriculture and characterized by some of the most intensely terraced hillsides on earth. The greenery and accessibility has led to this becoming the canyon’s busiest region, with the bulk of the business centered in the small town of Chivay. The canyon’s unashamedly disheveled nexus, this traditional town has embraced tourism without (so far) losing its unkempt high country identity. Long may it continue!
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Arequipa, Arequipa, Arequipa Region
Guarded by three dramatic volcanoes, the city's resplendent setting makes an obvious launchpad for trekking, rafting and visiting the Cañón del Colca. The Unesco World Heritage listed city center is dressed in baroque buildings carved from sillar (white volcanic rock) stone, giving Arequipa the nickname 'Ciudad Blanca' (White City). Its centerpiece, a majestic cathedral with the ethereal El Misti rising behind it, is worth a visit alone. Pretty cityscapes aside, Arequipa has played a fundamental role in Peru’s gastronomic renaissance and dining here in communal picantería eateries or tastebud-provoking fusion restaurants is a highlight.
Meals included:
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• Lunch: It is not included in the price but you have the chance to eat a buffet lunch for 30 soles at Chivay.
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
On the day of the tour, the driver and guide were on time, both were extremely nice and took care of everyone. Our driver made it under challenging conditions and he was exceptional. Our guide Roy was knowledge on Peruvian history, agriculture, cuisine and even geomorphology (rocks, soil, volcano...
On the day of the tour, the driver and guide were on time, both were extremely nice and took care of everyone. Our driver made it under challenging conditions and he was exceptional. Our guide Roy was knowledge on Peruvian history, agriculture, cuisine and even geomorphology (rocks, soil, volcanoes, etc) It was very impressive. The van was comfortable and the guys had a spare phone charger we could use to recharge our phones when needed. The tour itself was well worth the price paid, and covered a lot of beautiful areas and interesting towns.Colca canyon is one of the most beautiful places I’ve been on earth. 2 days is not enough for visiting the canyon but we had limited time so if you have extra days, go for the 3 day 2night trek this company offers. We had a great driver, great guide and at this time of the year the whole canyon i...
Colca canyon is one of the most beautiful places I’ve been on earth. 2 days is not enough for visiting the canyon but we had limited time so if you have extra days, go for the 3 day 2night trek this company offers. We had a great driver, great guide and at this time of the year the whole canyon is full of vegetation. This was a great experience that we will never forget.Our tour guide, David, was absolutely brilliant and his knowledge, humour, friendliness and problem-solving skills are what made the tour such a success. He provided us with lots of fascinating commentary, made sure everyone's dietary requirements were met at the restaurants, ensured nobody felt ...
Our tour guide, David, was absolutely brilliant and his knowledge, humour, friendliness and problem-solving skills are what made the tour such a success. He provided us with lots of fascinating commentary, made sure everyone's dietary requirements were met at the restaurants, ensured nobody felt left behind on the short hikes, and he was always happy to answer all our questions. He even sourced clean towels for our visit to the hot springs so that we didn't need to rent any. Worth every single penny we paid for this tour.I booked this tour upfront due to the fact I would have very limited time in Arequipa and didn't want to spend hours inquiring in the agencies. It was very easy to book through the website and after booking Jhon assisted me telling the pick up time. I enjoyed this tour and I believe booking with ...
I booked this tour upfront due to the fact I would have very limited time in Arequipa and didn't want to spend hours inquiring in the agencies. It was very easy to book through the website and after booking Jhon assisted me telling the pick up time. I enjoyed this tour and I believe booking with this company was the best choice. From the first email contact until the drop off moment back in Arequipa Travel Adventures Peru delivered a top notch service and it’s no wonder that they have such a good reputation in Arequipa.We had a great time during the 2 days we spent in the Colca Canyon. When we arrived in Arequipa we heard about it for the first time to be honest and everyone was heading there so we decided to give a try. The journey from Arequipa to the canyon in around 4 hours but it goes fast because we mostl...
We had a great time during the 2 days we spent in the Colca Canyon. When we arrived in Arequipa we heard about it for the first time to be honest and everyone was heading there so we decided to give a try. The journey from Arequipa to the canyon in around 4 hours but it goes fast because we mostly sleep (they picked us up at 3:30 am). The views, the animals, vegetation and everything you see is beautiful. Honestly we didn t expect the place to be that nice and are happy we didn t think twice in doing this tour. It was a little rainy the second day but nothing to be worried about. We spent an hour at the hot springs, had a buffet lunch and stopped in our way back to Arequipa to see an active volcano called Sabancaya. I will highly recommend this tours to more friends coming to Peru.This was one of the best tours I have done during my trip in Peru. The hike was quite long but worth it a thousand times. The nature is gorgeous and the views as well. The staff was very cool and were very attentive at all time so I will highly recommend this fascinating tour.
This was one of the best tours I have done during my trip in Peru. The hike was quite long but worth it a thousand times. The nature is gorgeous and the views as well. The staff was very cool and were very attentive at all time so I will highly recommend this fascinating tour.