Colca Canyon to Puno Day Trip
Colca Canyon to Puno Day Trip
Between 2:45 and 3:30 am we'll pick you up at your hotel in Arequipa and after a three-hour bus ride through southern Peru, we'll reach the town of Chivay. At more than 3000 metres (9800 feet) above sea level, we'll stop to enjoy a tasty breakfast of bread with butter and jam. You can also have juice and coffee or tea to start your day.
Our first stop will be the Cruz del Condor lookout point. From here you can admire the Colca Canyon in all its splendour. Did you know that it is one of the deepest in the world? We'll also see the occasional condor, as this area is perfect for the flight of this species of bird.
The route will then continue to other villages and viewpoints around the Colca Canyon such as Wayrapunko and Antahuillque. Around 11:30 am we'll go to the Chacapi Hot Springs, where you'll spend an hour enjoying its natural pools.
After this dip, we'll head back to Chivay where you'll have free time to eat something on your own. Then we'll head to Puno, our final destination.
During the journey, which takes about six hours, we'll stop to stretch our legs at the Patapampa viewpoint, from where you can admire the majesty of the Ampato and Sabancaya volcanoes. We'll also stop at the Salinas Reserve and Lagunillas, to see if we're lucky enough to get a close-up view of any of the herds of camelids or flocks of wild birds that inhabit these areas.
The tour will end in the Terminal at approximately 7:30 pm.
Pickup
Pickup is included from hotels within a radius of just under a mile (1 kilometre) from the Plaza de Armas in Arequipa. If your hotel is located outside this area, you'll need to make your way to the meeting point in the Plaza de Armas for 2:40 am.
More Information
Duration
17 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Pick up from hotel in Arequipa
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Continental breakfast
Not included
Lunch
Entry to the Colca Canyon: S/ 70 (US$ 18.50) per person
Entry to the Chacapi Hot Springs: S/ 15 (US$ 4) per person
When to book?
You can book up until 11 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Only some areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. An accompanying person is required. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity promotes local production.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Provider
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Journey Peru (Phaway Viajes Peru)
Corporate name: Marleny Ruth Chuquipalla Ahuate
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is luggage allowed
A - Yes, up to a maximum of one 23 kg suitcase per person.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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