Full day excursion to the Colca Canyon and transfer to Puno.
ID: GYG868087-1368028
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
1 days
Description
“Experience the majesty of the Colca Canyon, with breathtaking scenery and Andean wildlife throughout the tour.”
The Colca Canyon, located within the Colca Valley, considered one of the main tourist destinations in Arequipa, is one of the deepest canyons in the world and its geography presents a great variety of flora and fauna, as well as Andean villages with many traditions. From the viewpoint of the canyon you will be able to observe the flight of condors and beautiful landscapes. It is important to mention that the route includes hiking and the option to relax in thermal baths.
Itinerary:
- We start with an early morning hotel pick up and head south.
- We will arrive in the town of Chivay to enjoy breakfast.
- Then we will go to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint to appreciate the Colca Canyon in all its splendor.
- You will also be able to observe condors, majestic birds, flying over the canyon.
- We will continue the route with a visit to other villages such as Wayrapunko or Antahuillque.
- Towards noon we will go to the thermal baths of Chacapi to enjoy its natural pools.
- Afterwards we will return to Chivay to have lunch on our own and then we will meet up to reach the end of our tour, Puno.
- As we travel we will make some stops at places like the Patapampa viewpoint, the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes.
- We will also stop at the Salinas and Lagunillas Reserve, and hopefully we will see some camelids or wild birds of the place.
- We will conclude our tour arriving at the terminal of the city of Puno in the evening.
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Highlights
- Observe the magnificent flight of the condors.
- Enjoy the relaxing hot springs of Chacapi.
- Observe volcanoes and camelids on the way to Puno.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This excursion will take place on sunny days or when the weather permits.
INCLUDED
- Pick up at the hotel near or inside Arequipa's Plaza de Armas.
- Transportation by bus
- Professional and bilingual guide
- Continental breakfast
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
- Entrance to the Colca Canyon (S/. 70.00 per person)
- Entrance to the hot springs of Chacapi ( S/. 15.00 per person)
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.