Colca Canyon daytrip to Condors Cross (2 days/1 night)
Colca Canyon is one of the deepest ravines in the world, approximately 3,180 meter deep (twice as deep as the Grand Canyon) with an average depth of 900 meter. Along the route there are several observation points with a marvellous view upon the environment and where visitors can seek for condors, flying around here often. You can enjoy these impressive birds from the edge of a rock.
Description Colca Canyon daytrip
Day 1: Arequipa - Chivay
Early in the morning we pick you up from your hotel and leave Arequipa in order to travel to Chivay along mountain tops covered with snow. On the way we visit the village of Salinas and the Aguada Blanca National Reserve, the villages Yura, Patahuasi, Tocrapampa (4,910 meter above sealevel) and the national lama wildpark. On arrival we also visit the Inca-bridge and the warm water sources of La Calera. Transfer to a hotel in Chivay.
Day 2: Chivay - Condors Cross - Arequipa
We leave Chivay early in the morning to go to the villages of Yanque and Maca, the impressive colonial churches and the observation point Peña Blanca. Eventually we arrive in Condors Cross (Cruz del Condor). Here we can enjoy the views over the gap of Colca Canyon and we can see flying condors. In the afternoon we return to Arequipa. Transfer to your hotel.
Explanation
Our service includes :
- All transportation/ transfer
- One night stay at hotel in Chivay (including breakfast)
- Professional guide
Exclusive :
Entrance to the warm water sources of la Calera. You can pay the fee of S/. 10 (approx USD 3) at the entrance.
Optional : additional stay in Chivay
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