Colca Canyon Trekking from Arequipa, peru in 4 days, Chivay, cabanaconde, condors, trekking
4 days
Difficulty: 1
COD: PE-118
Category: Trekking
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Day 1
at 4:00 AM - We will be picking
you up from your hotel and heading to the bus station to set out by
international group tour bus to Cabanaconde. driving 3.30 hours to Chivay for
breakfast, continue to Cbanaconde, Lunch upon arrival. 2:00 PM - We start our
descent from Cabanaconde to the village of Llahuar (4 hours). The descent to
the Colca River winds through warm desert terrain. Walking sticks or canes are
recommended. On the first stretch of trail we’ll pass ancient terraces that
date back to Pre-Incan times. On the way we will see the local people going
about their daily lives. We will cross a suspension bridge that takes us to our
camping site in Llahuar. We’ll also pay a visit to a geyser next to the Colca
river, and here there’ll be an opportunity to catch some trout. Dinner.
The campground consists of bamboo houses where we’ll be spending the night.
Facilities are basic.
Day 2
At 6:30 AM - Breakfast. We then continue our hike to the village of Fure, passing through the village of Llatica on the way, which is characterized by the beauty of its women. This is considered the hardest day of the trek, Lunch. After a rest we will go to the Huaruro waterfall. Afterward, we’ll return to the village of Fure and keep on to the oasis where dinner awaits. We’ll spend the night in typical huts. The oasis of Sangalle is a great place to relax and appreciate nature, while also to taking advantage of the swimming pools of lukewarm water (18ºC). Our guide will be explaining the various native fruits growing in the oasis, such as the lucma, the pacay, and the chirimoya. You will also have the opportunity to taste them.
Day 3
Breakfast is served in the oasis. Free morning, enjoy the pool and the lush vegetation, a great time to relax and unwind. After all the trekking the oasis is a welcome reward. Lunch is served in the afternoon. Afterward, we will walk back up to Cabanaconde (4 hours) where we have accommodations for dinner and a good night’s sleep in the hotel.
Day 4
We go to the Lookout of
Condor’s Cross to appreciate the flight of the condor. Thermal baths, “ La
Calera” in Chivay. Then we have a lunch and return to Arequipa
6:00 PM - Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
What to bring
sun block, sunglasses, repellent, walking shoes, swimming suit, summer and
winter clothes
Not included
Entree fee Colca canyon 70 Sol Entree fee hot springs Chivay 15 sol Meals, The meals down in the canyon are included
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