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The Colca Canyon is located in the valley of a river in southern Peru and is famous for being one of the deepest in the world. It is a famous destination for hiking. It is a habitat of the giant Andean condor, which can be seen from viewpoints such as the Cruz del Cóndor. The canyon landscape encompasses a green valley and traditional remote villages with terraced agriculture that preceded the Incas.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
"What to bring: Weather-appropriate clothing and your passport (required). We recommend comfortable walking shoes and layers for changing mountain weather." You might also want to add: • "Sunscreen and hat recommended for high altitude" • "Small backpack for personal items" • "Camera for stunning photo opportunities"
Itinerary
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1Colca Canyon
Cañon del Colca
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
Chivay is a town in the Colca valley, capital of the Caylloma province in the Arequipa region, Peru. Located at about 3,600 m above sea level (12,000 ft), it lies upstream of the renowned Colca Canyon.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3
Thermal springs are located 3 km from town; a number of heated pools have been constructed. A stone "Inca" bridge crosses the Colca River ravine, just to the north of the town.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Driving time in the excursion.
6 hours • Admission ticket free -
Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve (Pass by)
The Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, located between Arequipa, Moquegua, and Puno, is a breathtaking protected area known for its high-Andean landscapes, volcanoes, and wildlife. Covering more than 366,000 hectares, it is home to majestic snow-capped peaks like Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu, as well as vast wetlands, lagoons, and puna grasslands.
Admission ticket free -
5Abra Patapampa
El Mirador de Patapampa, also called the Patapampa Lookout, is a breathtaking viewpoint located at 4,910 meters (16,110 ft) above sea level on the route from Arequipa to the Colca Canyon. Known as the “Mirador de los Volcanes” (Viewpoint of the Volcanoes), it offers panoramic views of the most iconic peaks in southern Peru, including Ampato, Sabancaya, Misti, Chachani, and Hualca Hualca.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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