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2 Day Colca
Canyon Trek
Join us for an unforgettable 2 Day Colca Canyon Trek. We’ll explore the breathtaking sights of Arequipa City, Chivay, and beyond, diving into the natural beauty of this incredible place. Our adventure starts early, between 3:00 and 3:30 a.m., as we leave Arequipa City and head to Cabanaconde in the heart of the Colca Canyon. The drive takes about 6 hours, with a stop for breakfast along the way.
General information
Price / 104 USD per person
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With transfer to Puno / 169 USD
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Refund policy
24-hour refund policy
Availability
Everyday
Pick up time
3:30 am
Duration
2 days
Return time
6:00 pm
Included / excluded
Pick up from your hotel in Arequipa city center.
Round trip tourist transportation / van or minibus.
Meals (2 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner)
English speaking trekking guide.
One night in the lodge. Shared bathroom / upgrade to private room with bathroom is available when booking.
Towel rental available for 5 soles.
Entrance ticket to the Canyon: 20 soles (Peruvians), 40 soles (Latinoamericans) and 70 soles (other countries).
Entrance to the Hot Springs: 15 soles / optional.
Last lunch in Chivay / The guide will direct you to a buffet restaurant which costs 30 soles / optional.
Full description
On Day 1, we start our journey from Arequipa City to Cabanaconde in the Colca Canyon, leaving between 3:00 and 3:30 a.m. The drive takes about 6 hours, with a stop for breakfast along the way. Our first stop is the Condor’s Cross, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Canyon and spot the famous Andean Condor.
After a short 20-minute drive, we begin trekking in the Colca Canyon for 3 hours downhill, descending from 3300 meters to 2100 meters above sea level, into the Canyon.
We reach the village of San Juan de Chuccho, surrounded by lush vegetation and fruit trees, where we enjoy a well-deserved lunch and some rest. The trek continues through towns like Cosñirhua and Malata, taking us deeper into the Canyon. We then arrive at the village of Sangalle, located at 1900 meters above sea level. Here, you can relax and cool off in the swimming pool, a perfect way to unwind after a day of hiking. We arrive in Sangalle around 5:00 p.m., enjoy a delicious dinner, and spend the night in cozy bungalows near the oasis.
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On Day 2, we start our uphill hike from Sangalle to Cabanaconde at 5:00 a.m., using torch lights to guide our way. The 3-hour climb offers breathtaking views as we watch the sunrise. Once we reach Cabanaconde, we enjoy a hearty breakfast before continuing our journey to Chivay.
On the way, you’ll see pre-Inca terraces, archaeological ruins, and charming colonial towns. Around noon, we arrive at the hot springs, where you can relax in the warm 38°C waters. Afterward, we enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant in Chivay.
In the afternoon, we head back to Arequipa, descending from 4,830 meters to 2,325 meters above sea level. Along the way, we’ll pass through a national reserve, home to llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, and guanacos in Pampa Cañahuas. We arrive in Arequipa around 6:00 p.m., and drop you off near the Santa Catalina Monastery, wrapping up our unforgettable journey.
Meeting point
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Arequipa.
What to bring
Comfortable clothes and shoes
Bottle water (available also for purchase during the trek)
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Hat or cap
Waterproof jacket
Swimming suit
Flashlight / headtorch
Photocopy of passport
Swimming suit
Insects repellent.
Cash
Important
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