Colca Canyon Day Trip

Colca Valley is home to one of the deepest canyons in the world. Enjoy its incredible scenery with this day trip from Arequipa and explore the picturesque town of Chivay.

Colca Canyon Day Trip

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Arequipa. After a 3-hour drive, we'll arrive at Chivay, where we'll have a light breakfast featuring regional specialties. We will then visit the traditional village of Maca, where you can optionally taste the Colca Sour cocktail and take pictures with llamas and alpacas.

Next, we'll head to the Cruz del Condor viewpoint, spending an hour there to appreciate the views of Colca Canyon and spot condors. The route continues with stops at viewpoints like Wayrapunko and Antahuilque, showcasing hanging tombs and pre-Inca terraces.

Afterwards, we'll visit the thermal baths of Chacapi for 45 minutes. Alternative activities like ziplining or kayaking are available if you prefer not to use the baths. Around midday, we return to Chivay or a nearby town for lunch. Post-lunch, we will visit the Mirador de Los Volcanes for views of the Chila mountain range and nearby volcanoes. We will also cross the National Reserve of Salinas and Aguada Blanca before returning to Arequipa, concluding the 14 to 15-hour excursion.

Tour with Lunch

When booking, you can select the option with lunch, which includes a buffet lunch at a restaurant in Chivay or the surrounding area.

Hotel Pickup and Ending Point

Pickup is included for hotels within a 1-kilometre radius from the Plaza de Armas in Arequipa. If your hotel is outside this area, go to the meeting point at the cathedral door in the Plaza de Armas at the indicated time. The tour departing at 2 am ends near the Plaza de Armas, while the 2:40 am tour includes a transfer back to your hotel.