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Colca Canyon, Arequipa

Colca Canyon One-Day Hike | Exclusive Trekking Experience

4.9Excellent125 reviews
◷Full Day
↗Easy to Moderate
🌐English / Spanish
👥2 - 10 Travelers
🕒02:45 AM – 05:30 PM
📍Colca Canyon, Arequipa
✔ Small groups (2–10 travelers)✔ Non-mass tourism experience✔ Outdoor breakfast with panoramic canyon views✔ Hike along the ancient Qhapaq Ñan (Inca Trail)✔ Condor watching at exclusive viewpoints✔ La Bruja Volcano Viewpoint

Discover the experience

Experience the Colca Canyon differently through an exclusive trekking adventure designed for travelers looking to escape mass tourism. Walk along the legendary Qhapaq Ñan (Inca Trail), admire breathtaking viewpoints, observe the majestic Andean Condor in its natural habitat, and enjoy a delicious outdoor breakfast overlooking one of the deepest canyons on Earth.

Unlike traditional bus tours, this experience combines culture, history, nature, and hiking with spectacular scenery, certified local guides, and small groups for a more authentic journey.

Itinerary

02:45 AM

Hotel pick-up in Arequipa.

03:00 AM

Departure toward Colca Canyon.

06:00 AM

Stop at La Bruja Volcano Viewpoint (4,900 m).

06:20 AM

Visit AGOTREK Viewpoint overlooking the source of the Amazon River.

07:00 AM

Drive through the Colca Valley.

07:20 AM

Short stop at Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint.

07:40 AM

Outdoor picnic breakfast near Tapay Viewpoint.

08:30 AM

Begin the 6 km hike along the ancient Qhapaq Ñan trail.

08:50 AM

Tapay Viewpoint.

09:30 AM

Qaqa Tapay Viewpoint and Pre-Inca ruins.

10:20 AM

Arrival at Pampa San Miguel.

11:00 AM

Visit Yanque village and local fruit tasting.

11:30 AM

Optional visit to La Chimpa Hot Springs.

12:30 PM

Lunch at a countryside restaurant (optional).

02:30 PM

Cross Salinas & Aguada Blanca National Reserve.

05:30 PM

Arrival in Arequipa.

Included

Pre-trip briefing and complete orientation before departure.

Hotel pickup from central Arequipa.

Authorized tourist transportation.

Certified English-speaking trekking guide.

Outdoor picnic breakfast with canyon views.

6 km guided hike along the Qhapaq Ñan.

One trekking pole included.

First aid kit and emergency assistance.

Guide certified by the Peruvian Red Cross.

Traditional Pachamama ceremony.

Not included

Colca Canyon entrance ticket (General S/70 • Latin American S/40 • Peruvian S/20).

Hot springs entrance (S/15).

Optional buffet lunch (S/45).

Horse riding (optional).

Zipline (optional).

ATV activities (optional).

Personal expenses, snacks and drinks.

🎒What to bring

• 15–30L backpack.

• Bring 1–2 liters of water.

• Warm jacket for the early morning.

• Light clothing for hiking.

• Hat or cap.

• High SPF sunscreen.

• Sunglasses.

• Comfortable hiking shoes.

• Swimsuit for the hot springs.

• Towel.

• Cash for entrance fees and extras.

• Personal medication if needed.

ℹImportant information

• Recommended for travelers aged 8 years and older.

• Basic physical fitness required.

• Small groups (2–10 travelers).

• Daily departures.

• Maximum altitude: 4,910 m.a.s.l.

• Cancellation according to booking policy.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, basic fitness is enough.

How long is the hike?

Approximately 2 hours covering around 6 km.

Will I see condors?

Sightings are highly likely but depend on weather conditions.

Are trekking poles included?

Yes, one trekking pole per traveler.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, an outdoor picnic breakfast is included.

Do I need hiking experience?

No previous experience is required.

Can children join?

Yes, recommended for children over 8 years old.

Is the tour operated in English?

Yes, English-speaking certified guides are included.

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