2-Day Backpacker Colca Canyon Trek from Arequipa

4.8
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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

We Organize custom groups, minimun 2 people and maximum 6 people. In this tour you will trek into the deepest canyon of the world having the opportunity to get involved with the Peruvian local community, national food and the huge flora & fauna of the region. It's a wonderful trek and an unforgettable experience.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
First aid kit
National Park Colca Canyon entrance fee: 70 soles
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Overnight accommodations with private bathroom
Bilingual tour guide
Hot springs entrance fee: 15 soles
Gratuities
last lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up, travellers from each hotel. please wait at the reception or lobby

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Meeting point

Please. wait in the reception or lobby, We will pick you up asking your names at the reception!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1 - From Arequipa to Colca

    2 stops
  • 1

    You will be picked up from your hostel at 3:00 - 3:30 am. You will arrive at this prime sightseeing spot for the majestic Andean Condor at around 08:00 am, so don't forget to bring your camera!!

    1 day • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    We spend the night here in the oasis lodge, giving you the chance to relax in the oasis and enjoy the beautiful surrounding

    1 day • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 2

    Day 2 - Cabanaconde

    3 stops
  • 3

    After waking up very early in the morning we will begin our ascent at 4:00 or 4:30 towards the town of Cabanconde, this will take us about 3 hours, depending on the speed of the group. We will arrive at about 7:00 in the morning and have breakfast.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will then take our van over to la Cruz Del Condor, where we will stay for around an hour, giving you a chance to see the condors and have an excellent view of the canyon. Following the Cruz Del Condor we head to Chivay, the capital of the province and then onto the hot waters of la Calera (35 ºC), very recommendable after a long trek!

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    We then return to Chivay to have lunch before taking our van back to Arequipa, arriving around 6:00 in the evening. The van can drop you off back at your hotel.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • What to bring: Hat, Sun glasses, Trekking clothes, Trekking shoes, Warm clothes for the night, Rain coat (January to March), Water and snacks, Small backpack
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Ventura Travel Arequipa

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Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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