The Flight of the Condor in the Apurimac Canyon is a new tourist route in the city of Cusco recommended for nature lovers and bird watchers, it is currently a new tour alternative that the city of Cusco has for visitors who want to see something different from the various tourist offers that the local market presents.
• Appreciate the majestic flight of the Andean condor in its natural habitat.
• Observe beautiful natural and cultural attractions such as the Killarumiyoc Archaeological Zone and the Tarawasi Archaeological Zone.
• Observe natural attractions such as mountains, ravines, rivers and snow-capped peaks such as Humantay & Salkantay.
• Take in views of the surrounding landscape from a lookout point
We pick up all travelers at any hotel within the city of Cusco
The trip starts in the city of Cusco at 6 a.m. In the direction of Limatambo during the tour we will visit two beautiful and interesting archaeological centers Quillarumiyoc and Tarawasi, which were possibly used as astronomical observatories by the Incas. We will continue to the town of Chonta passing through Limatambo, here we will set up for lunch.
The adventure begins with a panoramic view of the community of Chonta located at 3,400 meters and of the Salkantay and Humantay mountains, after walking approximately an hour and a half along a beautiful path, we will finally reach the Huaco viewpoint, which is located on the margin right of the Apurimac river canyon at 3,350 meters above sea level. From the viewpoint we will have a spectacular view of the Apurímac Canyon and we will have the opportunity to appreciate the impressive flanking of the Andean condor in its natural habitat. The Condor is the largest flanking bird of prey in the world, considered a sacred bird by the Incas. With a bit of luck we will also be able to observe some birds such as Eagles, Hawks, White-tailed Deer. After visiting and enjoying this beautiful trip we will begin the return to the city of Cusco arriving at approximately 8 pm.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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