• Pre-adventure briefing via phone the day before.
• Start at your hotel in Arequipa
• Tourist transportation throughout the entire journey, with oxygen tank.
• Professional bilingual guide, hiking expert.
• 2 nights accommodation in San Juan de Chuccho and Sangalle, basic private cabins with private bathroom.
• Meals (3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners).

Colca Canyon Tourist Ticket (BTC)

Foreigners:

• Adult(USD19 approx.) and Child (6 -15 years old)(USD6 approx.)

Latin Americans:

• Adulto (USD 11 aprox.) y niño (6 – 15 años) (USD 6 aprox.)

Peruvians

• Adult (USD6 aprox.)
• Child , Undergraduate Student and Elderly Adult (60 and above)((USD2 approx.)

Entrance fee to the thermal baths (USD6 approx.)

Lunch in Chivay (USD12 approx.)

Tips.

Tourist transport to Puno:

• After lunch, you have the option of taking a direct trip from Chivay to the center of Puno without the need to return, with stops along the way (6h).

Special trekking poles trekking:

• Rent of special trekking poles per pair.

• Bring a backpack equipped with repellent, sunscreen, flashlight, towels, swimwear, sun hat, light snacks (nuts, energy bars, or chocolates), and water.
• Specialized trekking shoes are recommended.
• Warm clothing for cold weather and a poncho during the rainy season.
• Carry cash with you for local purchases.

What is the best time of year to visit the Colca Canyon?

• The best time is during the dry season, which runs from April to November. During this period, the weather is more stable, and there are fewer chances of rain, making it easier to explore the trails and observe the stunning nature of the canyon.

Is previous experience necessary to do the trek?

• Previous experience is not necessary, but you should take into consideration your physical condition. Likewise, we have experienced guides who will provide guidance and support at all times, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, from beginners to more experienced hikers. We recommend having special trekking poles.

Is any kind of orientation or preparation provided before the trek?

• Yes, on the day before the trek, our guides will provide by phone the necessary information, as well as safety precautions and other important aspects. Feel free to ask questions and prepare to embark on the adventure.

What is the internet and network connection like in the Canyon?

• Throughout the route, we will encounter points that have both services, but it should be noted that the geography of the area may cause interferences or failures in the network.

What is the payment method for lunch in Chivay?

• You can make payments without any issue, both in cash and with a card.

• The name "Colca" has its roots in the Quechua language, one of the most spoken indigenous languages in South America, with a rich cultural heritage and a wide variety of dialects. Derived from the word "Qullqa," which means "storehouse" or "grain depot," it suggests a connection to the ancient storage facilities built by pre-Inca civilizations on the canyon slopes, used to store food such as corn, potatoes, and quinoa, which were crucial to the economy and subsistence of local communities.
• The canyon slopes are home to ancient agricultural terraces, a legacy of pre-Inca civilizations later utilized by the Incas as a cultivation method. It involves the rearrangement of farmland through the construction of platforms on different levels called terraces, aiming to retain or eliminate water and reduce the slope of the hill.

• • FlexibleCancel this tour 7 days before the start date of the tour and get a refund of 50% of the sum paid. After that, we charge 100%.
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*The information and itinerary detailed in this guide may change without prior notice with the intention of providing a better service or regulatory changes in each destination.