The Colca Canyon and Valley is one of the main must-see tourist destinations in the Arequipa region. Together with me and my experience as a guide we will enjoy different activities with the local population; We will live the experience of a tourism of sensations and emotions on the walk that I offer you towards the Cruz del Cóndor, we will make a connection with Mother Earth (PACHAMAMA), I will teach you about the medicinal plants that are in the national reserve and much more.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Personalized attention throughout the trip
✔ COLCA SOUR CLASSES - classic drink from the Colca Valley.
✔ ANDEAN MATE OF ORGANIC HERBS FROM THE AREA
✔ Official tourist guide
✔ digital photographs
✔ Breakfast
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ water
✖ - Entrance ticket, Peru 20.00, Latins 40.00, other countries s/. 70.00 (local currency Soles).
✖ - Buffet Lunch (typical local and national dishes, 40.00 soles)
✖ - Thermal Bath Ticket (15.00 soles)
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. El Portal de San Lazaro
2. Leon Park Hostal
3. Hostal La Casona de Jerusalen
4. Hostal Cristal de Luna
5. Casa Andina Standard Arequipa
6. Hotel Maison du Soleil
7. Hotel Benavides
8. Damelich Hostal
9. Sol De Arequipa
10. Hotel Luxus
11. Selina Arequipa
12. Hotel Mamatila
13. Hotel La Casa De Theo
14. Hotel Nala
15. Hotel Santino's
16. San Lazaro Lodging
17. Holidays Hostel
18. Hotel Fundador
19. Hostal Los Balcones De Rivero
20. Catedral Boutique Hotel
Additional Info: Travelers must indicate their name and pickup address, this must be in the Arequipa fence.
Itinerary
1
Chivay
Already leaving Arequipa bound for Chivay, we will make a trip of approximately 3 hours, crossing the entire protected area of the national reserve of salinas and aguada blanca.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Chivay
town of Chivay (3600masl), Here we will make our first stop to have our American-Andean breakfast. Next we will continue along the left bank of the Colca Valley, appreciating the beauty of its nature.
3
Mirador Antahuilque - Antahuilque (3400), will give us a wonderful view towards the beginning of the COLCA CANYON, we will be able to appreciate the rocky formation of said canyon, we will clearly notice the difference between the valley and the canyon and we will taste the Sancayo. View of enchanted lagoons of Lari.
Here we will be from 15' to 20' to appreciate the natural landscape.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Colca Canyon
Wayrapunko (gate of the wind), panoramic view of the Colca valley and towns.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
Mirador Cruz del Condor
Cruz del Cura Viewpoint - CRUZ DEL CONDÓR. Ritual activity of gratitude to Pachamama and the surrounding Apus. For this attraction there will be a walk along the edge of the Colca Canyon and the river of the same name.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
Maca (3300) Traditional town where you will live the experience of sharing with the local people, visiting their church and appreciating their crafts.
Duration: 20 minutes
7
Hot Springs Chacapi
Chacapi Thermal Baths - At this point we can take a break and relax our muscles by taking a volcanic water bath rich in mineral salts.
Duration: 60 minutes
8
Chivay
Chivay - Town and capital of the province of Caylloma, here we will have a certain time to have lunch Buffet that offers a wide variety of typical local and national dishes.
Duration: 60 minutes
9
Abra Patapampa
Mirador de los Andes - (4910) highest point of the entire route, we will make a stop to appreciate the volcanoes that surround our Arequipeña region.
Duration: 20 minutes
10
Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve
Here we will make a stop to appreciate the herds of South American camelids such as: vicuña, llamas, alpacas and other animals.
Then we will return to the city of Arequipa (3 hours).
Duration: 25 minutes
11
Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve
We will take the Salinas - Arequipa national reserve route, making a journey of approximately 3 hours until we reach the historic center of Arequipa.
Duration: 3 hours
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
