Private Palca Canyon Tour from La Paz with optional stop at Valle de las Animas
- 6–9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Although not well known, Palca Canyon is perhaps one of the best hiking destinations in Bolivia. The high desert environment is home to many rare plant and animal species including puma, pampas cat, Andean fox, northern Andean deer, viscacha, Andean condor and the spectacular red tailed hummingbird to name a few. This is an in depth exploration of the canyon and its environs led by an expert hiking guide who has thoroughly explored the canyon system for over 8 years. It is a hiking tour, so remember to wear sneakers and heavy pants. Lunch is cooked inside the canyon and served with beer or a glass of wine. Itinerary and difficulty are amenable to accommodate hikers and travelers of all ages and skill levels.
Inclusions
What's included
- Large lunch cooked in the canyon (meat free vegetarian option available)
- Beverage or beer with lunch
- English/Spanish speaking driver/guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Travelers can expect a full day of hiking with a large lunch cooked in the canyon. We guide routes through the canyon that are suitable for all ability levels, but ask that you be in good enough shape to hike for at least 2-3 km. We are happy to briefly stop at Valle de las Animas on the way back to your hotel in La Paz. Dress in appropriate footwear and clothing for hiking (heavy pants and sneakers recommended). Temperatures can range from 10C-28C in the canyon.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Solace Trekking and Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Small-group of maximum 6 people
- This tour is conducted at altitude (3500m or higher)
How it compares in La Paz
- Its from-price is 39% above the median of the 311 experiences we list in La Paz.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 51 of 311.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About La Paz
La Paz is Bolivia's seat of government, a high-altitude city in a canyon below Illimani, linked by cable car and known for its markets.
La Paz fills a steep canyon on the Altiplano, between roughly 3,200 and 4,000 metres above sea level, with the snowy peak of Illimani standing over its southern edge. Sucre is the constitutional capital, but the government sits here. Plaza Murillo holds the cathedral and the presidential palace, and nearby Calle Jaén keeps colonial houses and small museums.
Top-ranked sights in La Paz: San Francisco Church, Plaza Murillo, Witches' Market (Mercado de las Brujas).
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