Excursion: Colca day trip and observation of the Andean condor in the canyon.

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ID: GYG870720-1371545
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Country: Peru

Duration: 1 days


Description

Discover one of the deepest canyons in a 1-day trip, where you can see the formation of pre-Inca terraces and also the flight of the Andean condor in its natural habitat.
03:00 - 3:30 am. Pick up from the hotel (in case it is located in the historic center) or in any case the pick up will be from the main square of Arequipa.

We will have a trip of approximately 3 hours to the city of Chivay to have breakfast and then go to the viewpoints in the Colca Valley to take pictures of the formation of pre-Inca terraces, see their crop fields and observe the people with their clothes in the area.

Then we will go to the most special place which is the Colca Canyon considered one of the deepest canyons in the world, where you can also observe one of the largest birds in the world in their natural habitat where we will stay about an hour.

After the viewpoint of the cross of the condor we will go to a town called Maca, to observe its colonial church and the population dressed in their typical clothes next to their South American camelids.

Then we will be continuing to the hot springs to relax for an hour recommended, then we will be continuing to the town of Chivay for lunch.

Return to the city of Arequipa, we will make two stops one in the viewpoint of the volcanoes that is located at 4910 meters above sea level, observation of the Andes, then we will continue to the reserve of salt and white water for the observation of South American camelids (llamas, alpacas and vicuñas) in their natural habitat.

Last stop in the city of Arequipa, we will arrive at the tourist parking (three blocks from the main square).

Highlights

  • A unique experience to get to know the pre-Inca terraces in the Colca Valley.
  • Visit to the Andean Condor habitat in the Colca Canyon.
  • Guided visit in English and Spanish.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour goes up to 4910 meters above sea level. Wear warm clothes and take a pill for altitude sickness.

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.