Travel through nature on this guided day trip to the Colca Canyon from Arequipa. Enjoy the breathtaking views from the Cruz del Condor viewpoint and follow the flight of this bird, before ending your tour in the city of Puno.

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Duration 1 day: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Spanish
Pickup included: The lobby of your hotel.

Highlights

Observe the Andean condor in its natural environment
Enjoy picturesque views of the surrounding landscape
End your excursion in the city of Puno

Full description

Enjoy early morning pickup at your hotel or accommodation in Arequipa, from where you will travel to the incredible Colca Canyon. Stop for breakfast in the charming town of Chivay. Travel through the Andes villages before reaching the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint. Once there, walk to the viewpoint and see the views of the surrounding landscape and gaze the flight and the natural habitat of the giant Andean condor. Cross the Patapampa Pass and admire the beautiful flora and fauna of the area, where you'll also see the peaks of the Misti, Chachani, Pichu Pichu, and Ampato volcanoes. Following the tour, you will have the option to go to the La Calera Hot Spring. At the end of your tour, the bus will return you back to the city of Puno, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation at approximately 7:30 PM.

Includes

Hotel pickup
All transportation
Breakfast
Professional English-and-Spanish-speaking guide
Entrance fee to the Colca Canyon (if option selected)
Lunch (if option selected)
Drop-off to Puno city

Additional services not mentioned
La Calera Hot Springs (ticket can be purchased On-Site)
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Covid-19 precautions

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Important information

Know before you go

There is an altitude difference between the starting point: Arequipa city at 2,300 meters to the Colca Canyon at 3,700 meters. If necessary, take precautions to avoid altitude sickness before the trip
There are no restrictions on large suitcases or luggage during transportation

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4.6 /5

based on 5 reviews

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5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
5/5

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My girlfriend and I had a great tour. Saw active volcanoes and big condor birds in the colcoa canyon. The driver and guide were excellent and very knowledgeable. They even had some alcohol on hand to help with altitude sickness. Would recommend for other travelers

February 21, 2020

A very beautiful day, we were 8 people during the excursion. An exceptional guide and an efficient driver visit as planned to recommend in problem.

April 14, 2022

They confirmed us late, they had not noted that we had the option of entrance and food... and then they make us eat in 5 minutes

March 29, 2022

From Arequipa: Colca Canyon Day Tour to Puno

From Arequipa: Colca Canyon Day Tour to Puno

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