Tour Colca Canyon Full Day
Price per Person: US$ 25.00
Tour starts in Arequipa at 3:00am and ends at 6:00pm
Colca deepest canyon on the planet according to studies in 2005.
The Colca Canyon is the habitat of animals such as the Andean Condor among other 100 species of birds, four types of camelids: vicuña, guanaco, llama and alpaca. In addition, there are more than 300 species of plants, of which 30 are cacti, not to mention the primitive green yareta. One of the most invaluable spectacles of a visit to the canyon is the flight of the Condors next to the cliff. In addition, we find typical towns such as Achoma, Yanque with its monumental baroque style temple.
ITINERARY:
- At 3:00am to 3:30am pick up from your Hotel in Arequipa, to begin the bus trip to the Colca Valley.
After a 3 and a half hour trip we arrived at the town of Chivay. - Breakfast in Chivay. Then we continue the trip for 2 hours to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint.
- At Cruz del Cóndor, we have free time to admire the natural beauty of the Canyon and observe the flight of the Condors as well as the depth of the Canyon.
- Later we board our return transportation to Chivay, making stops along the way in towns such as: Pinchollo (Mirador de Wayrapunko), Mirador de Antahuilque, town of Maca and Yanque.
- Then we have free time to have lunch and/or visit the thermal baths.
- In the afternoon we return to the city of Arequipa with stops at: Patapampa or Mirador de los Andes, Alto Sumbay, Salinas National Reserve and Aguada Blanca, habitat of species such as the Llama, Alpaca, Guanaco and especially the Vicuña. (arrival at 6:00 p.m.)
** This travel plan allows to continue the trip from Chivay to Puno.
SERVICES INCLUDE:
- Pick up from your Hotel in Arequipa (city center area).
- Tourist transportation.
- Professional guide.
- Continental breakfast in Chivay.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Personal or Extra Expenses.
- Entry ticket to Colca: Foreigners S/ 70.00 – South American S/ 40.00 – National S/ 20.00 – Children from 2 to 8 years old S/ 5.00 soles (pay in cash).
- Optional: Admission to thermal baths S/ 15.00 soles.
- Optional: Buffet lunch in Chivay
- Optional: Transportation by Tourist Bus from Chivay to Puno US$ 30.00 dollars
Recommendations:
- Bring warm clothing
- Hiking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Medications for altitude sickness
- Cash to pay for entrance and lunch tickets
Frecuent Questions:
- Can you see condors from the Mirador de la Cruz del Cóndor?
It is very possible to observe the flight of the condor during the visit, although for some days the condors migrate to other places with better climate. - How long does the trip from Arequipa to the Colca Valley take?
Colca is located approximately 150km away. In a 3-hour trip you reach the town of Chivay where you can find lodging services, restaurants and entertainment centers. - When is the best season to visit the Colca Valley?
You can visit Colca throughout the year, although the months between April and May you can see a spectacular landscape due to the greenness of the plants. - How can I get to the Colca Valley?
The recommended option is an organized tour that allows you to visit places of tourist interest on the tour that include tourist transportation services and guided tours.
The other option is to travel on your own from the land terminal of the city of Arequipa using a regular service bus; You can purchase your travel ticket and pay a boarding fee for the use of the terminal facilities. - Can you travel to Puno after taking the Colca Tour?
If possible. Traveling on a tourist bus from Chivay to Puno. Departure time is 1:00pm - At what height is the Colca Valley located?
The town of Chivay, considered the entrance to the Colca Valley, is located at an altitude of 3,635 meters above sea level, although on the route you pass through places such as Patapampa or Mirador de los Volcanes, which is located at 4,900 meters above sea level, the highest point on the route. - What do the restaurants in the Colca Valley offer?
The tourist restaurants in Chivay offer buffet lunch where you can find a variety of dishes and drinks.
There is also typical food based on local products with Alpaca meat or trout. - Where is the tourist ticket paid?
At the checkpoint located at the entrance to the town of Chivay, you can also pay on the way to the Mirador de la Cruz del Cóndor.
To pay for the entry ticket you must bring cash.
