Colca Canyon Tour from Puno to Arequipa 2 Days/ 1 Night
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Overview
This special Colca Canyon Tour includes a journey through the Altiplano to the kingdom of the Condors, starting from the city of Puno. During this trip, you will be able to see great Andean scenery and gorgeous views of Arequipa’s volcanoes, adorned by Alpacas, Vicuñas and the majestic Condor.
You will visit the famous lookout point “Cruz del Condor” in the Colca Canyon, an observation platform from which you can see the majestic flight of the Andean Condor in its natural habitat. On our journey, we include the visit of some of the small communities located on the route, as well as a visit to the greatest Hot Springs of Peru – a fantastic natural place where you can relax after exploring the great Colca Canyon.
Full Itinerary
On the first day, your adventure journey begins at 06:00 am when you will be picked up from your hotel in Puno. We will board our tour bus and hit the road to the northwest, leaving behind us the gorgeous scenery of Lake Titicaca.
Along the paved road, we will see many small towns as well as the beautiful lagoon Lagunillas, where we can explore trout farms and observe Andean flamingos among many Andean birds. Following an ascending road, we will then reach the Viscachani. We have a short break and stretch our legs, use the bathroom if needed, and drink a typical coca tea or coffee at the local restaurant. Afterwards, we will continue ascending a small road until we reach the highest point of our trip, the lookout point of the Andes (4800 m/15,748 ft).
At the very top, we will get off the bus for a few minutes and enjoy the stunning landscape with the great volcanoes including Mismi, Misti, Chachani, Sabancaya (active), and Ampato. Later on, we will drive downhill to the main town of the Colca Canyon: Chivay (3600 m/ 11.811 ft). We will stop at the main square of Chivay and then bring you to your hotel. At 03:00 pm, we will coincide with our travel mates, who started the Colca Canyon Classic Tour from Arequipa.
Afterwards, we bring you to the Hotel Mamayachi where you can relax before joining a 30-minute walk to the Hot Springs. Here you can enjoy the warm natural waters (35°C/ 95ºF) in the nice outdoor surroundings of the huge mountains, the river, and even some local animals. After sunset, we return to the hotel and have dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel La Casa de Mama Yacchi
On the second day of our adventure, we will have breakfast very early in the morning and leave for the famous “Cruz del Condor”. Arriving there, we have plenty of time to enjoy the great view of the deep canyon and (if the weather permits) the majestic Condor in its natural habitat.
After some time, our guide will take you for a short walk near the Canyon (approx. 1 hour). On our way back to Chivay we’re going to visit the traditional village of Pinchollo and the “Antahuilque viewpoint” where we can gaze at the wonderful 1500-year-old terraces constructed by the Collaguas, an ancient culture before the Inca’s time. We will also make a small stop at the lookout point of “Choquetico” with its hanging tombs. Then, we continued our trip to the small Andean community Maca and the village of Yanque with the most beautiful church in the whole valley.
We will stop for Lunch in Chivay before taking the way back to Arequipa. Arriving there around 05:00 pm, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Included/Exclude
- Pick up from your hotel in Puno
- 24-hour-support from the company owner
- Tourist bus to Chivay
- Accommodation in Hotel La Casa de Mama Yacchi with breakfast (Optional upgrade your accommodation in Chivay to Colca Lodge, Casa Andina, or Pozo del Cielo)
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Guided visit to the Cruz del Condor lookout point and the Andean villages located on the route
- Tourist bus to Arequipa
- Drop off at your hotel in Arequipa at the end of the tour
- Meals (Lunch and Dinner)
- Entrance ticket to Colca Canyon (70 Soles) and Hot Springs
- Insurance of any kind
Recommendations, what to bring
- Backpack to carry personal items
- Warm clothing for variable temperatures (especially at night)
- Camera and batteries
- Sun protection
- Rain poncho and good rainjacket (rain season)
- Toiletries
- Bathing clothes for the hot springs
Note: Please do not give candies or lollies to the kids that you might meet on the road or the kids who take care of the llamas and alpacas. They really appreciate oranges and other fruits as it is impossible to grow these at the altitude. As well, it will contribute to their (dental) health and their environment.
What we need when you make a reservation
- Full name as it is written on your passport
- Passport number
- Nationality
- Date of birth
- Tour departure date
- Send a deposit of 60% of the total price of your tour. (The remainder of your balance will be due upon your arrival in Arequipa) Payment may be made via *Western Union, PayPal, ABN AMRO Bank in Holland or securely and directly through our website by choosing your desired tour and clicking on the BOOK NOW button.
Prices
The price US$ 180 per person, based on two people.
A single person pays +US$ 40.
Children under 12 years get a discount of 20% on the Tour (whilst booking with Hotel Mamayacchi).
Upgrade your Hotel:
(double room, the addition of price per night is based on 2 persons)
Hotel Pozo del Cielo: +US$ 30 per person.
Hotel Casa Andina: +US$ 35 per person.
Hotel Colca Lodge: +US$ 90 per person.
We are looking forward to creating an unforgettable experience for you.
