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From Arequipa: 2-day Colca Canyon Trek Tour

1. From Arequipa: 2-day Colca Canyon Trek Tour

Day 1 This amazing adventure starts very early in the morning. We will pick you up from your accommodation located in the city of Arequipa, and then, we will go straight to the Valley of Colca, in a journey of circa 3 hours. We are going to make a short stop to have breakfast at Chivay. We will continue the route towards the Condor’s Cross (3,800 m.a.s.l.) to watch the one of the most amazing natural wonders: the condor’s flying. Later, we are going to until reach the Pampas of San Miguel (3,300 m.a.s.l.). From this point, the hike begins to the bottom of the canyon, for along 4.6 miles (3 hours). Upon arriving to the town of San Juan de Chuccho, we will enjoy a well-deserved rest with lunch. Later, the trek continues through the towns of Cosñirhua y Malata for 2.5 more miles (2.5 hours). We will arrive to Sangalle (2,225 m), a spectacular oasis where we will spend the night. Here, you can enjoy a bath in the pool, and having dinner by night. Day 2 Very early in the morning (5:00 AM), we will start the hike of 2.5 miles ascending the canyon slope, for around 3 hours, admiring the sunrise with incredible views, until we reach the town of Cabanaconde (3,230 m). After breakfast, our transport will take us to the town of Chivay, making short stops to the viewpoint of Antahuilque, with beautiful views to Andean terraces and the valley of Colca. Then, we will visit the town of Maca, with a panoramic visit to its colonial church. We are going to have time to visit the hot springs of Yanque (optional*). This powerful hot water pools have healing properties as well as relaxing effects. Then, we are going to enjoy a tasty lunch (optional*) at Chivay. During our way back to the city of Arequipa, we will have the opportunity to pass near the National Reserve Pampa Cañahuas, home of different types of camelids such as llamas, alpacas, vicuñas and guanacos. Arriving in Arequipa, we will drop you off at your hotel.

Full-Day Colca Canyon Tour from Arequipa

2. Full-Day Colca Canyon Tour from Arequipa

Pick-up from your accommodation in Arequipa around 3:00 AM to start your journey to one of the deepest canyons in the world, taking the Yura road, bordering the Chachani mountain towards Pampa Cañahuas (Aguada Blanca and Salinas National Reserve)  habitat of the beautiful South American camelids, the vicuñas. At approximately 6:00 AM, arrive at the town of Chivay; where you will enjoy your breakfast and then continue your drive for about 1 hour to arrive at Mirador de la Cruz del Cóndor, strategic point of observation of the Canyon and the spectacular flight of the Condor. On return, stop in the villages of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque that have beautiful colonial churches. From the viewpoints of Choquetico and Antahuilque, observe the impressive andenería of the valley, the pre-Inca tombs and a pre-Inca model of the area carved in stone. Return to the town of Chivay for lunch and to rest walking through the little streets. Have the opportunity to enjoy the thermal baths in La Calera (optional) whose thermos medicinal waters oscillate between 35 to 38 degrees (celsius) of temperature in which you will stay approximately 1 hour, return to the town of Chivay. At 2:00 PM start your drive back to Arequipa, along the way, visit the highest point between the Colca Canyon and Arequipa: Patapampa (4800 meters), from this place see the volcanic mountain range. You will be back at your accommodation in Arequipa around 5:00 PM.

From Arequipa: 2-Day Colca Canyon with Drop Off in Puno

3. From Arequipa: 2-Day Colca Canyon with Drop Off in Puno

This 2-day tour to the Colca canyon starts with a pick up from your accommodation in Arequipa. Once we pick up every participant, we head towards the Colca Valley. At the Colca region we pay the entrace fee and then continue to Chivay, the biggest town in the Colca valley. In Chivay we have a delicious breakfast and then continue to the Condors croos. Once in the Condors croos we make a one-hour walk and your guide will explain about the Colca, the condors and the wild life. In the condors' cross you will be able to watch the amazing condors flying. The condor is one of the biggest flying birds on earth and see them flying is all an experience. After watching the Condors flying, we will continue our journey to Cabanaconde, from where we will start hiking down until reaching the town called "San Juan de Chuccho". To get to that town we walk around 4 hours and in that town we have lunch and rest. After a break we continue towards Sangalle, the place where we sleep. To get to Sangalle is about 4 hours, but once we get there you can enjoy the swimming pool and amenities of the hostel. The next morning we hike up the canyon and get back again to Cabanaconde to have breakfast and wait for our van to arrive to start the journey back. After Having breakfast in Cabanaconde you will be taken to the hot springs for a refreshing bath. The entrance fee to the hot springs is not included but it only costs 20 soles. In that place you can also rent a towel, the use of the toilets is included. After the hot springs you will be taken to a buffet restaurant where you can choose to eat something from the menu or pay for the buffet and eat everything you like. Once everyone is ready with the lunch, we will travel to Puno and will arrive around 19:00 hrs. This service does not include drop off at your accommodation although we drop you off one block away from Puno's main square.

From Arequipa: 2 Day Trek to Colca canyon

4. From Arequipa: 2 Day Trek to Colca canyon

This 2-day tour to the Colca canyon starts with a pick up from your accommodation in Arequipa. Once we pick up every participant, we head towards the Colca Valley. At the Colca region we pay the entrace fee and then continue to Chivay, the biggest town in the Colca valley. In Chivay we have a delicious breakfast and then continue to the Condors croos. Once in the Condors croos we make a one-hour walk and your guide will explain about the Colca, the condors and the wild life. In the condors' cross you will be able to watch the amazing condors flying. The condor is one of the biggest flying birds on earth and see them flying is all an experience. After watching the Condors flying, we will continue our journey to Cabanaconde, from where we will start hiking down until reaching the town called "San Juan de Chuccho". To get to that town we walk around 4 hours and in that town we have lunch and rest. After a break we continue towards Sangalle, the place where we sleep. To get to Sangalle is about 4 hours, but once we get there you can enjoy the swimming pool and amenities of the hostel. The next morning we hike up the canyon and get back again to Cabanaconde to have breakfast and wait for our van to arrive to start the journey back. After Having breakfast in Cabanaconde you will be taken to the hot springs for a refreshing bath. The entrance fee to the hot springs is not included but it only costs 20 soles. In that place you can also rent a towel, the use of the toilets is included. After the hot springs you will be taken to a buffet restaurant where you can choose to eat something from the menu or pay for the buffet and eat everything you like. Once everyone is ready with the lunch, we will come back to Arequipa and will arrive around 18:00 hrs. This service does not include drop off at your accommodation although we drop you off near Santa Catalina Monastery which is in the city center of Arequipa.

Arequipa: Chili River Rafting

5. Arequipa: Chili River Rafting

Embark on a thrilling rafting experience and conquer class II, III and IV rapids on the Chili River. This tour is perfect for beginner rafters who are seeking an adrenaline rush! The best times of year for this rafting trip are the months of April to December.  A short 20-minute drive from the Arequipa city centre, you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the 'Gruta de la Virgen de Chapi' starting point. Here, you will receive a detailed safety briefing and all of your equipment. Listen carefully to your guide as he explains the rules of the river and how to use the equipment in the safest way possible. Then, your adventure begins with a 6-km descent in a 6-person raft plus your professional rafting guide. You will be on the water for about 1 hour and 45 minutes braving the rapids and enjoying the beautiful pristine scenery. Travel among beautiful natural landscapes in this spectacular canyon formed by the volcanic rock with views of pre-Inca terraces and stunning views of the nearby volcanoes. Your river journey will come to an end in the Chilina district from where you will be taken back to Arequipa. You will be dropped off at your hotel upon arrival.

From Arequipa: Pillones Waterfall and Stone Forest Day Trip

6. From Arequipa: Pillones Waterfall and Stone Forest Day Trip

The first point we will visit is the town of Pampa de Arrieros and its old train station. Then continue, we make a stop in the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve for observation de vicuñas and in the Patahuasi sector to have a coca tea.Then we head towards the stone forest of Imata, starting the hike approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, it is a natural place with strange rock formations and stone columns, where your imagination and diversification will have no limits, you will be given a prudent time to take pictures. Continuing the journey by car we arrive at the town of Pillones where the waterfall Pillones – is located. Upon reaching the falls, you will see rocks shaped by the erosion of the water, you can go down to the waterfall, once there you can enjoy this beautiful Natural scenery and also take pictures. Finally we return to the city of Arequipa.

From Arequipa: 3-Day Colca Canyon with Drop Off in Puno

7. From Arequipa: 3-Day Colca Canyon with Drop Off in Puno

This 3-day tour to the Colca canyon starts with a pick up from your accommodation in Arequipa. Once we pick up every participant, we head towards the Colca Valley. At the Colca region we pay the entrace fee and then continue to Chivay, the biggest town in the Colca valley. In Chivay we have a delicious breakfast and then continue to the Condors croos. Once in the Condors croos we make a one-hour walk and your guide will explain about the Colca, the condors and the wild life. In the condors' cross you will be able to watch the amazing condors flying. The condor is one of the biggest flying birds on earth and see them flying is all an experience. After watching the Condors flying, we will continue our journey to Cabanaconde, from where we will start hiking down until reaching the town called "San Juan de Chuccho". To get to that town we walk around 4 hours and in that town we have lunch and rest until the next day. On the second day after breakfast we continue towards Sangalle, the place where we sleep the second night. To get to Sangalle is about 4 hours, but once we get there you can enjoy the swimming pool and amenities of the hostel. On the third day we hike up the canyon and get back again to Cabanaconde to have breakfast and wait for our van to arrive to start the journey back. After Having breakfast in Cabanaconde you will be taken to the hot springs for a refreshing bath. The entrance fee to the hot springs is not included but it only costs 20 soles. In that place you can also rent a towel, the use of the toilets is included. After the hot springs you will be taken to a buffet restaurant where you can choose to eat something from the menu or pay for the buffet and eat everything you like. Once everyone is ready with the lunch, we will drive towards Puno and will arrive around 19:00 hrs. This service does not include drop off at your accommodation although we drop you off one block away from Puno's main square.

From Arequipa: 3-day Colca Canyon Hike Tour Adventure

8. From Arequipa: 3-day Colca Canyon Hike Tour Adventure

DAY 1 Very early in the morning, we will depart to the town of Chivay, in a journey of 3 hours from the city of Arequipa. Upon arrival, we will enjoy a lovely breakfast. The tour continues to the Condor viewpoints, at 3,800 meters above sea level, also known as Condors’ Cross. Here, we’ll have the great opportunity to see and admire the incredible Condor flying around. Then, we are going to reach Cabanaconde, the starting point of the trekking to Colca Canyon. Arriving to the viewpoints of Pampas de San Miguel (3,300 m), we are going to descend to the bottom of the canyon along 4.6 miles (3 hours), until we reach San Juan de Chuccho (2,400 m.a.s.l.). This town is surrounded by beautiful and abundant vegetation. Here, we will enjoy a lunch, and we are going to have the chance to learn about local fruit trees and medicinal plants. Later, we’re going to have dinner, and spend the night. DAY 2 After breakfast, we are going to start a total trek of 2.5 miles, taking uphill and downhill paths, and visiting lovely traditional towns such as Cosñirhua, with the opportunity to admire pre Incan ruins. We will also pass through the town of Malata, where we can see its old Spanish church. We’re going have time for lunch. Hiking the Colca Canyon is an amazing experience. Admire impressive canyon views and local flora and fauna. Later, we will descend the canyon until reach the Oasis of Sangalle at 2,225 meters above sea level, to spend the night. Here, you can take a refreshing bath in the pool and enjoy lunch. We can make short tours around the oasis (optional). At night, we will enjoy a delicious dinner, and have time for a well deserve rest. DAY 3 The day Colca Canyon tour starts very early in the morning, with an amazing trek of 3 hours (2.5 miles), ascending the slope of the canyon until we reach the town of Cabanaconde. After enjoying breakfast in this picturesque town, we will take the transport to go towards the village of Chivay. On the way, we are going to visit the viewpoint of Antahuilque, a beautiful place with amazing landscapes to Inca terraces. Also, we will stop at the town of Maca, which stands out for its stunning colonial church. The town of Yanque offers us wonderful hot springs (optional). Visit the Colca Canyon is part of the tourist circuit of south Peru. The huge valley has incredible panoramic views to volcanoes and green fields located on the banks of the Colca river. The Colca Valley is a UNESCO Global Geopark. Later, we are going to get the town of Chivay to enjoy lunch (optional). On our way back to Arequipa, we are going to have the opportunity to pass through the National Reserve of Pampa Cañahuas, home of camelids as alpaca, vicuña and llamas. Upon arrival, we will drop you off at your hotel located in the city center.

From Arequipa: Full Day Colca Canyon Tour

9. From Arequipa: Full Day Colca Canyon Tour

Very early in the morning, and after picking you up from the hotel located in the city of Arequipa, we are going to start the Colca tour to the Valley of Colca. This amazing experience begins with a sightseeing tour to the National Reserve of Salinas y Aguada Blanca located at 4,000 meters above sea level. In this place we will admire vicuñas. After a 4-hour of travel by road we will reach the town of Chivay. This amazing Andean village is located in the highest point of the canyon, and it has an altitude of 3,635 m.a.s.l. The tour continues to Cruz del Condor viewing points located at 4,700 meters above sea. Admires the Colca River at the bottom. We will have the opportunity to admire incredible landscapes of the volcanoes. Also, we will see the amazing flight of the Condor in their natural habitat, a unique spectacle. The Condor is considered a South American Heritage, and is one of the biggest flying birds of the world. We will visit different religious towns as Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque. We will visit the viewpoint of Antahuilque located 3,700 m.a.s.l. with amazing views to colorful lagoons and to the platforms of Choquetico. Enjoy a lovely lunch at a local restaurant in Chivay (optional). Then, you will have the option to visit the hot springs (optional) with healing properties. During our way back to Arequipa we are going to pass through the Chucura crater, and Patahuasi, a place where we can see birds, llamas and alpacas. We will visit the volcanoes viewpoint at 4,800 m.a.s.l., and here we will admire amazing views to the volcanoes of Misti, Sabancaya, Chachani, Ampato, among others. To finish this long day tour visiting the Colca Canyon, we will back to Arequipa, to transferred you to the hotel.

Arequipa: Rafting on the River Chili

10. Arequipa: Rafting on the River Chili

After picking you up at the hotel located in the city center of Arequipa, we will take the transportation to go to the meeting point to meet our professional guides, in order to get a short brief about the correct use of the equipment and start this fun adventure safely. We will depart towards the Valley of Chilina until we reach the small church of Virgen de Chapi – Charcani Sanctuary located next to the River Chili. At this point, our guides will give us security and rescue guidelines, before start his amazing rafting experience. We will have an incredible experience on the river in a total journey of circa 1 hour and a half, passing through class III and IV rapids. The Rio Chili is a white water river which starts in the Andes mountains located in Arequipa and it ends in the Pacific Ocean. The river is the main source of water for the White City. The rafting tour in Arequipa starts with a first section of class II, a perfect one to practice rowing technique. Then, we will do an exciting section of class III, until we reach the strongest rapids of class IV. In case you don’t feel ready for this last part, you can get off the boat and take a short walk, and then go back up and pass the last section, again of class III. Upon reaching the final point, you will have the opportunity to take a refreshing bath in the river, surrounded by amazing nature. We will back to the city of Arequipa to enjoy a snack, and later, we are going to get you back to your hotel.

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There isn't much to do in Arequipa, but rafting on the river is definitely a must-do. The journey takes one hour. Before that you get a briefing and the right clothes. Anyone who freezes easily should borrow a little more because the water is cold. And you definitely get wet. But the fun factor is really high. And our guide really motivated us and was always concerned about our safety.

Fantastic experience. Our guide was a mine of information. When we were thinking we were to be unlucky and not see a condor he managed to pick a spot which resulted in us seeing 4. One obviously enjoyed the attention and performed, swooping and gliding over our group. Our guide was always on time for pick ups and helped when people were not coping with the altitude- highly recommend.

Had the best fun ever as a first time river rafter. Our guide Daniel was excellent. The route was interesting with a few high adrenaline moments but never unsafe. Reasonably priced activity for a morning or afternoon while in Arequipa. Highly recommend.

Geweldige ervaring en zeer de moeite waard. Prachtige omgeving, ervaren tourgids, goede faciliteiten met de condors als ultiem hoogtepunt

We had a great guide who was extremely informative. Great trip