The 2 day Colca Canyon Tour – Cañon de Colca in Spanish – offers travellers the opportunity to get up close and personal to countryside life in Peru, spot soaring Andean condors, bathe in secret thermal baths, uncover jaw-dropping vistas, stay in an oasis, and hike along dusty roads into the depths of one of the world’s deepest canyons.
Group
Culture
Ease - medium
with reservation
Pick up from Puno at 6:15 AM, then we will start the guided tour to the second deepest canyon in the world: The Colca Canyon.
Along the way, stop at Lagunillas, where we will watch the local birds gracefully soar and explore different lagoons. Drive to the 4,200m where the Pampa Cañahuas Natural Reserve is located. Here you can watch vicunas, llamas and alpacas. Then, Patahuasi for drinking of the famous local coca tea.
Arrival to the highest point Patapampa, located at 4,800m, natural view point where we will see the majestic mountain range.
At 1pm arrive to town of Chivay, located at 3600m. Lunch in Chivay and accommodation. In the afternoon we visit the hot springs La Calera, and then finish by returning to Chivay.
At 7pm will meet the tour guide in the lobby of the hotel and then transfer to the planetarium Maria Reiche, which is located at Casa Andina Colca (Chivay – service available just in a private Colca Tour.
You will learn how the ancient Colca Canyon inhabitants interpreted the night sky according to their myths. After this unique spectacle, have dinner with a folk show. We finish our night by returning to the hotel.
Important : Just Private Colca Tour from Puno includes the visit to the Planetarium in Chivay.
We have an early morning at 5:30AM. After breakfast we begin our departure to the famous Cruz del Condor where it is possible to watch the flight of the Condors. On the way back to Chivay we will visit the different natural view points and the towns of Yanque and Maca.
Arrive to Chivay and have a delectable lunch, then hop in our van and travel to Arequipa city. You can expect arrival to Arequipa and your hotel around 5PM.
See our trekking option in Cusco too.
Please read the following information carefully as it will help answer all of your questions about our services and the Colca Canyon Tour below:
Absolutely! We understand that carrying your main luggage during the Colca Canyon tour may not be ideal. YWe want to ensure that you have a comfortable and hassle-free trekking experience.
To book your incredible adventure, we kindly ask you to complete our booking form. Just head over to our homepage and click on the “BOOK NOW” button or simply follow this link: BOOK NOW.
Before you begin, please make sure you have the following information ready for each participant in your group. We want to ensure that your experience is seamless, and we need these details to secure your permits for the Colca Canyon Tour:
Please note that we require copies of everyone’s passports as they are mandatory for permit purchases.
Once you have filled out the necessary information, we kindly request a deposit per person to secure your spot.. You can conveniently make your deposit by clicking on the VISA or PAYPAL symbols located at the top of our homepage, or you can also find these symbols on our booking page. Ask our staff about the deposit price.
It’s understandable that you may prefer alternative payment methods to avoid high credit card fees while in Peru. We offer the following options for paying your balance:
We want to ensure that you have flexibility and options when it comes to settling your balance. If you have any further questions or need assistance with payment arrangements, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Our friendly staff are here to make the process as smooth as possible for you.
To ensure a smooth tour to the it is essential that you bring your original passport with you. It is important that the passport number matches the one you provided when booking your permit, entrances, and reservations. If you are in the process of renewing your passport or changing your name, please provide us with the information from your old passport so that we can secure your permit. Once you receive your new passport number or update your name, we can make the necessary changes for a fee of $25 USD per person. We will require copies of both your old and new passports to complete the process. We advise you to keep a copy of your old passport before making any changes.
Alternatively, if you prefer to avoid the fee, you can bring both your old and new passports with you to Peru. While you can enter Peru with your new passport alone, you will need to present both passports when entering the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu, or boarding the train. Failure to provide both passports may result in denial of entry to these sites. We strongly recommend having both passports on hand to ensure a seamless experience during your journey.
The weather in the region can be highly unpredictable; consequently, it becomes challenging to anticipate specific conditions. To prepare for this variability, we recommend dressing in layers. This will allow you to easily adjust your clothing to accommodate quickly changing weather patterns. By wearing layers, you can add or remove clothing as needed to stay comfortable throughout your trek.
At SAM CORPORATIONS, we prioritize personalized service by limiting our tour groups to a maximum of 10 people. This distinguishes us from other companies that operate with larger groups, ensuring a more intimate and tailored experience for our guests.
As part of the package, we provide a drop-off service at your hotel on the last day. If you have booked a hotel we will pick you up and drop you back after the tour.
If you are satisfied with the services provided during your tour, it is customary and greatly appreciated to give a tip. Tipping is an important part of the tourism industry in various destinations, including those offered by SAM CORPORATION. Firstly, it serves as a way to show appreciation to the staff who have taken care of you throughout your tour. Furthermore, it can inspire them to continue providing excellent service in the future. Importantly, the amount you choose to tip is entirely up to you. It should be based on factors such as your budget, the level of satisfaction with the service you received, and the duration of your tour.
At our core, we are a local, sustainable, and responsible tourism operator. We commit ourselves to upholding the universal principles of tourism, which involve protecting the environment and supporting the well-being of local communities while respecting their culture and religion. In order to uphold these principles, we have implemented several measures. Firstly, we prioritize comprehensive training for all our local staff. This training equips them with the necessary knowledge and understanding to respect the places we visit and the local people we interact with. Moreover, we emphasize the significance of cultural sensitivity and responsible tourism practices. By doing so, we aim to foster meaningful and positive experiences for both our guests and the communities we engage with.
Puno
Lagunillas
Pampa Cañahuas
Patapampa
Chivay
La Calera Hot Srpings
Sam Corporations
Our company is 100% locally owned. We directly contribute to economic development and environmental sustainability in Peru.
The quality of our service is one of our most important values which demands all our effort, determination, and courage to be successful in what we are doing and the services we provide
We aim to have a positive impact in all the areas that we visit. Through our training sessions and social projects, we empower women, indigenous communities and children
Our groups never exceed 10 people, giving you a personalized tour in our small comfortable vans
Interested in visiting only specific destinations? No problem, all our packages can be fully customized to suit your budget and schedule. Contact our travel advisors to plan the most comprehensive trip of a lifetime.
We commit socially and culturally to the community and adapt our business strategies to the preservation of the environment
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Our guides are local and have vast knowledge in Peruvian culture and history.
100% local company. Development and environmental sustainability
Our groups never exceed 10 people, giving you an unforgettable experience
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