Full Day Tour to Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve
- 10–13 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This full day tour stands out for its unique combination of breathtaking landscapes and authentic cultural experiences. You’ll travel through the impressive Andean scenery of the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, enjoying panoramic views of Arequipa’s iconic volcanoes: Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu. Unlike typical tours, this experience focuses on appreciating the beauty and tranquility of the highlands while learning about local traditions and the natural environment from knowledgeable guides. With comfortable transportation, breakfast, and entrance fees included, it’s a relaxing and enriching journey suitable for all travelers.
Inclusions
What's included
- First aid kit and oxygen for altitude support
- Scenic stops at panoramic viewpoints
- Entrance to Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve
- Traditional local breakfast
- All taxes and service fees
- Hotel pickup from central Arequipa
- Professional tour guide
- Comfortable tourist transportation
What's not
- Lunch (available for purchase on site – USD 10.00 per person)
- Personal expenses
- Tips for the guide and driver (optional)
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup and Volcano Viewpoint We begin the tour with a convenient pickup from a central location between 6:00 AM and 6:20 AM. Our first stop is a panoramic viewpoint offering spectacular views of Arequipa’s surrounding volcanoes: Chachani, Misti, and Pichu Pichu.
Visit to Chiguata and Local Breakfast Next, we head to the traditional district of Chiguata to visit its charming main square and historic church. Here, you’ll have time to enjoy a delicious local style breakfast prepared by the community.
Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve We continue to the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, where you’ll appreciate impressive high Andean landscapes and learn about the region’s unique flora and traditional camelid species from designated viewpoints
Salinas Lagoon and Scenic Stop Our next stop is Salinas Lagoon (approximately 4,300 meters above sea level). During the rainy season, the lagoon becomes a natural mirror reflecting the surrounding mountains, perfect for photos and relaxation.
Countryside Lunch and Return to Arequipa Before returning to the city, we’ll stop at a peaceful countryside restaurant to enjoy a traditional Arequipeño lunch. We expect to arrive back in Arequipa around 5:00 PM.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 26 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Buena opción. GOOD CHOICE
El guía es un excelente. Su idioma nativo es el español, pero también habla muy bien inglés. Es muy paciente, no apresura al grupo y siempre se toma el tiempo para explicar todo con claridad. Además, es muy atento y proactivo, incluso se ofrece a tomar fotos para todos. Incluso usamos un accesorio de dinosaurio para tomar fotos muy divertidas. La experiencia fue muy agradable y bien organizada. ¡recomendado! The guide is an excellent. His native language is Spanish, but he also speaks good English. He is very patient, never rushes the group, and always takes the time to explain everything clearly. He is also very attentive and proactive, even offering to take photos for everyone. We even used a dinosaur prop to take some really fun photos. The experience was very pleasant and well organized.recommended!o
5Just Do it!
The day trip with José José was incredible! Everything was perfectly organized and well planned out. José speaks multiple languages fluently and has always some interesting facts ready. I had so much fun with the tour and felt in very capable and always helpful hands. I would absolutely recommend! ☺️
5Great Guide, Great Photos, Great Day!
I went on a one-day trip from Arequipa to the Reserva de Salinas and had a very nice experience. Our guide, José José, was not only very knowledgeable but also wonderfully entertaining throughout the day! In addition, he knew exactly how to capture the perfect photos, helping us create lasting memories of this adventure! Would definitely recommend!
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 18 travellers
- Operated by
- Intiperu Travel
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Arequipa
- Its from-price is 21% 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 9 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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