Cusco: 2-Day Condor Canyon, Andean Village & Stargazing
ID: GYG1509909-2305400
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
2 days
Description
Travel into the mountains outside Cusco for a 2-day experience combining wildlife observation, canyon landscapes, rural culture, and stargazing.
Look for Andean condors from a canyon viewpoint.
Day 1: Cusco – Andean Highlands – Rural Community – Stargazing
Depart Cusco and travel through valleys, farming communities, and mountain landscapes.
Arrive at a rural community and meet your local hosts.
After lunch, take a countryside walk to panoramic viewpoints and learn about traditional agricultural life.
Return for dinner before enjoying a stargazing experience under the dark Andean sky.
Overnight in a community homestay.
Day 2: Condor Canyon – Scenic Hike – Cusco
Wake up early and travel toward the canyon.
Walk to a strategic viewpoint where, depending on natural conditions, there may be opportunities to observe Andean condors.
Enjoy the dramatic canyon scenery while your guide explains the ecology and cultural importance of this iconic bird.
Continue with a short scenic hike before enjoying a picnic lunch.
Return to Cusco in the afternoon.
Highlights
- Search for Andean condors in their natural environment
- Explore spectacular canyon landscapes
- Stay overnight in an Andean community
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tourist transportation
- Professional English-speaking guide
- 1-night community accommodation
- Lunch and dinner (Day 1)
- Breakfast and picnic lunch (Day 2)
- Guided countryside walk
- Condor viewpoint excursion
- Stargazing experience
- First-aid kit
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast (Day 1)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips
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.
