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Colca Canyon in 1 day from Arequipa

5.03 reviewsDay trips

Descriptions come from the operator and are translated automatically.

  • 14–15 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Visit Colca Canyon, a must-see and spectacular destination in the city of Arequipa and Peru, observe one of the deepest canyons in the world and its majestic Andean condor in its natural habitat in addition to its local culture and ancestral traditions, the cultivation of its pre-Inca terraces and know the picturesque villages that surround the valley. If you are looking for a combination of adventure, nature , local culture in one day this excursion is a perfect choice.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Certified bilingual guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast

What's not

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Lunch
  • Hot springs
  • Extras

Itinerary

  1. We begin our adventure at 03 00am, with an approximate 3 hour journey in which we will skirt the highest part of the national reserve with 4,910 meters from where we can observe the imposing snowfalls and volcanoes of the region such as the Sabancaya, Misti, HualcaHualca, Ampato and the Chila mountain range.

    13 min

  2. After an approximately 3 hour journey in the mobility we will arrive to the first village of the Colca Valley at 3635 meters above sea level where

    20 min

  3. Our guide will explain the experiences of the local people in the Colca Valley, as well as give them time at the viewpoint to observe how the majestic condor plans.

    45 minAdmission included

  4. We will pass through the viewpoints to have a panoramic view of the entire Colca Valley, we will also pass through the village of Maca for a strategic stop and enjoy the Colca Sour

    15 minAdmission included

  5. Upon return we will be able to observe from unity the South American camelids such as vicuña, alpaca and also wild flora.

    7 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Approach the front of the gate of Arequipa Cathedral, prior advance coordination with the operator.
Pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 18 travellers
Operated by
Oscar Trips Peru
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Arequipa

  • Its from-price is 45% below the median of the 64 day trips we list in Arequipa.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 30 of 64.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Arequipa

Arequipa, in southern Peru, is a white-stone colonial city beneath the cone of El Misti volcano, close to the deep Colca Canyon.

Arequipa lies at about 2,300 metres in the dry southern Andes, with the cone of El Misti volcano rising above it and Chachani and Pichu Pichu on either side. Its centre is built from sillar, a light volcanic stone that has earned it the name of the White City. The Plaza de Armas has arcades, palms and the cathedral, whose façade stretches the full length of one side.

Top-ranked sights in Arequipa: Colca Canyon, Plaza de Armas, Historic Centre of Arequipa.

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