Colca Canyon Majesty and the Flight of Condors
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16 hr
62 US dollars
Type of Excursion
Wildlife & Nature
Difficulty
Easy
Service
Group Tour
(max. 18 people)
Transport
Van
Departure Time
3:00 AM
Itinerary
3:00 AM – Hotel Pick-up in Arequipa
The journey begins with pick-up from accommodation in Arequipa, followed by an early-morning drive towards Chivay in the Colca Valley.
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5:50 AM – Arrival in Chivay & Breakfast
Upon arrival in Chivay, a simple breakfast is served at a local restaurant before the day’s activities continue.
7:00 AM – Maca Village
The tour continues with a visit to the traditional village of Maca, known for its colonial-era church, local handicrafts, and views of the surrounding Andean landscape.
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7:45 AM – Antahuilque Viewpoint
A stop at the Antahuilque viewpoint offers views of the extensive agricultural terraces of the Colca Valley, together with panoramic scenery of the surrounding mountains and river.
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8:35 AM – Cruz del Cóndor
The visit continues to Cruz del Cóndor, one of the most famous viewpoints in Colca Canyon. From here, impressive views of the canyon can be appreciated, together with the possibility of observing Andean condors soaring above the cliffs.
10:35 AM – Optional Visit to the Hot Springs
An optional visit to the natural thermal waters of the Colca Valley is available at this stage of the tour. The entrance ticket is not included and must be purchased separately.
12:00 PM – Return to Chivay & Optional Lunch
The tour returns to Chivay for an optional buffet lunch at a local restaurant, with a selection of regional and Peruvian dishes available before the journey to Puno begins.
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1:00 PM – Departure for Puno
The journey continues towards Puno across the high-altitude landscapes of the southern Peruvian Altiplano.
1:30 PM – Patapampa Pass (4,900 metres / 16,000 feet)
A stop is made at the highest point of the route, offering panoramic views of the surrounding volcanic range, including Misti, Chachani, and Ampato.
2:30 PM – Salinas & Aguada Blanca National Reserve
A brief stop is made in this protected high-Andean area, home to native wildlife including vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas.
4:30 PM – Lagunillas Viewpoint
A stop at the Lagunillas viewpoint offers panoramic views of the highland lagoon and surrounding Altiplano. During the dry season, from May to August, Andean flamingos may also be observed.
7:00 PM – Estimated Arrival in Puno
The tour concludes upon arrival in Puno, with drop-off in the city.
Included
Hotel Pick-up in Arequipa
Hotel Drop off in Puno
Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish
Breakfast
Not Included
Colca Canyon entrance ticket
Hot springs entrance ticket
Lunch
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT THE COLCA CANYON ENTRANCE TICKET ○ The Colca Canyon entrance ticket is required for all visitors participating in the tour. Revenue from ticket sales contributes to the maintenance and conservation of the Colca Valley and its visitor infrastructure. ○ The entrance ticket can be added during the booking process or purchased in cash on the day of the excursion.
ABOUT THE HOT SPRINGS ENTRANCE TICKET ○ The visit to the hot springs is optional and is not included in the standard tour price. ○ The entrance ticket can be added during the booking process or purchased in cash on the day of the excursion.
ABOUT BREAKFAST ○ A simple breakfast is included. It consists of juice, bread with butter and jam, together with a selection of herbal infusions.
ABOUT LUNCH ○ Lunch can be added during the booking process or paid for directly at the restaurant on the day of the excursion. Lunch is served as a buffet.
COLCA CANYON ENTRANCE FEE – SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR LATIN AMERICAN RESIDENTS ○ Please be advised that the entrance ticket to the Colca Canyon offers a discount of up to 40% for Latin American citizens and residents, compared to the general admission price. If you wish to purchase this ticket at the time of booking, you can easily do so by selecting it under the "Add Additional Services" section, where it is clearly specified.
CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUND POLICIES 1.- CHANGE OF TRAVEL DATE ○ Changes to the travel date are accepted up to 24 hours before the scheduled start of the activity. 2.- CANCELLATIONS ○ Cancellations requested at least 24 hours before the scheduled activity are eligible for a full refund. ○ Cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled activity are non-refundable. ○ In cases of force majeure, including strikes, social unrest, natural disasters, or other circumstances beyond the control of the company or the traveler, a refund may be considered. The refundable amount will depend on the circumstances and any costs already incurred. 3.- REFUNDS ○ Refunds for payments made by credit or debit card may take several business days to appear, depending on the issuing bank. Please note that transaction fees charged by local banks or the cardholder’s bank may be deducted from the refunded amount.