Enjoy a 2-day trip to Colca Canyon and see the world's largest flying bird at the Cross of the Condor. See llamas, alpacas and vicuñas en route.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 18 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2 days
- Starting time 7:45 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English
- Pickup included
- Your accommodation.
Experience
Highlights
- Explore one of the deepest canyons in the world
- See alpacas and llamas in their natural habitat
- Marvel at the spectacular flight of the condor
Full description
Enjoy pick-up in Arequipa on this 2-day Colca Canyon Tour, then passing through the vast Salinas and Aguada Blanca Nature Reserve. See llamas, alpacas and vicuñas in their natural habitat.
Stop at Patapampa, at 4,900 meters above sea level. Get breathtaking views of the Misti, Chachani, Pichu Pichu and Ampato volcanoes from the highest point of the Patapampa natural viewpoint. Continue to Chivay town for lunch (if option selected). After lunch, check in at your hotel, with some free time to adapt to the altitude.
Early the next day, head to the Cross of the Condor. See the pretty towns of Coporaque and Maca and get in touch with nature on a short hike, before your arrival at Cruz del Condor. At this natural viewpoint you’ll be able to see the amazing bird in flight. Your guide will tell you about the behavior of the condor.
Return to Chivay for lunch (if option selected) before the drive to Arequipa, returning approximately 5:00 PM.
Includes
- Roundtrip transfers from Arequipa
- Professional tour guide (English/Spanish)
- Lunch on the 1st and 2nd day (if option selected)
- Entrance fee to the Colca Canyon (if option selected)
- Accommodation in Chivay on the 1st night
- Gratuities
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Warm clothing
Know before you go
- Please provide your arrival date and the name and address of your accommodation in Chivay and Arequipa in order to organize your transportation
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Bring a current valid passport or ID on the day of travel
- Wear comfortable warm clothes, a waterproof jacket, comfortable shoes, and a sun hat
- Bring snacks, water, sunscreen, and insect repellent
- Please bring some local currency with you as there could be some places on site that might don't accept credit cards
- In Chivay town the drop off and pick up is included only for hotels located in the town itself
- The following hotels or locations require extra cost or prior coordination: Colca Lodge, Casitas del Colca, hotels located in Yanque town or Coporaque town, and others not listed, contact after booking for details
- Send personal information for each traveller so you can be provided with travel insurance
