2 Day Trekking to Colca Canyon

Service Description

ROM AREQUIPA: 2-DAY TREKKING TO COLCA CANYON ✦ Type of Excursion: Adventure, Wildlife ✦ Difficulty: Challenging ✦ Service: Group Tour (18 max.) ✦ Transport: Van ✦ Duration: 2 Days ✦ Schedule: 3:00 AM ◘ ITINERARY → Day 1 – Arequipa to Colca Canyon & Trek ○ 3:00 a.m. – Pick‑up in Arequipa and transfer to Chivay. ○ 5:50 a.m. – Chivay: Breakfast. ○ Maca Village: Visit its colonial church and artisan market. ○ Antahuilque Viewpoint: Views of ancient pre‑Inca terraces. ○ Cruz del Cóndor: Main viewpoint to observe condors in flight. ○ San Miguel Base Camp: Start of the canyon descent. ○ Trek to San Juan de Chuccho: 4‑hour hike with canyon views and condor sightings. ○ Lunch in San Juan de Chuccho. ○ Trek to Sangalle Oasis: 3‑hour descent to the oasis. ○ Arrival in Sangalle: Room assignment, dinner, and overnight stay. → Day 2 – Ascent & Return to Arequipa ○ 4:00 a.m. – Ascent to Cabanaconde: 4.5‑hour uphill hike. ○ 8:30 a.m. – Cabanaconde: Breakfast and rest. ○ Transfer to Chivay with scenic stops. ○ Optional Hot Springs: Relax in thermal waters. ○ Optional Lunch in Chivay. ○ Patapampa Pass (4,900 m): Panoramic volcano views. ○ Salinas & Aguada Blanca Reserve: Wildlife stop to see vicuñas, llamas, and alpacas. 5:00 p.m. – Arrival in Arequipa. WHAT IS INCLUDED: ✔ Hotel pick-up in Arequipa on Day 1 (only accommodations located in downtown) ✔ Drop-off in Arequipa downtown on Day 2 (drop-off will take place near the main square) ✔ Bilingual tour guide: English / Spanish ✔ Breakfast on day 1 and 2 ✔ Lunch on day 1 ✔ Dinner on day 1 ✔ Basic shared accommodation on day 1. More information please read "FAQ" WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: ✘ Entrance Ticket to Colca Canyon (available as an optional add‑on during booking) ✘ Entrance Ticket to the Hot Springs (available as an optional add‑on during booking) ✘ Lunch on Day 2 (available as an optional add‑on during booking) ◘ FAQ ♦ About Accommodation in Colca Canyon on day 1 ○ Accommodation consists of a basic room, which may be shared with other travelers. Private rooms can be requested for an additional fee during booking. This experience is designed to immerse you in the local environment, so facilities may differ from standard hotels. ♦ About Meals ○ Meals are prepared by local hosts with regional ingredients, including vegetarian options. ○ Lunch on Day 2 is not included, as it takes place in Chivay, where you may choose a buffet meal at your own expense (available as an optional add‑on during booking).