Colca Canyon Trek 2 Days / 1 Night

Embark on an unforgettable Colca Canyon Trek 2 days 1 night, the perfect adventure for travelers seeking an exhilarating experience in one of Peru’s most breathtaking landscapes. As one of the deepest canyons in the world, Colca Canyon offers mesmerizing scenery, traditional Andean culture, and a challenging yet rewarding trekking route.

This immersive Colca trek takes you through the heart of the canyon, where you’ll explore picturesque villages such as San Juan de Chuccho, Cosñirhua, Malata, and Sangalle (The Oasis). Along the way, marvel at the stunning Colca River, witness the grandeur of the Andean condors soaring overhead, and traverse ancient trails carved into the canyon walls.

Overview

Overview:

This Colca Canyon Trek 2 days 1 night is ideal for adventure lovers who enjoy nature, physical challenges, and cultural immersion. Unlike standard tours, this 2-day hike allows you to truly connect with the canyon’s raw beauty and its traditional way of life.

For those seeking an authentic Peru trekking adventure, the Colca Canyon hike is an absolute must-do. Book your trek today and create unforgettable memories in one of the most stunning trekking destinations in the world!

Breathtaking Views – Capture panoramic vistas of the canyon, one of the most dramatic landscapes in South America.
Authentic Cultural Experience – Stay in a traditional Andean lodge and interact with local communities.
Challenging Yet Rewarding Hike – Trek down into the canyon and ascend back, testing your endurance and adventure spirit.
Wildlife Encounters – Spot native species like the majestic condor, Andean foxes, and unique flora.
Natural Hot Springs – After the trek, relax in the soothing waters of the famous La Calera hot springs in Chivay.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience! Whether you’re a trekking enthusiast or just looking for an epic Peru adventure, the Colca Canyon trek will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Itinerary

Pre-trek briefing:

Before embarking on your Colca Canyon Trek 2 days 1 night, you will have a detailed briefing with your guide 1 or 2 days prior to departure. This session, held at your hotel, provides the perfect opportunity to ask questions, go over final details, and ensure you are fully prepared for the journey ahead.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arequipa – Chivay – Cabanaconde – San Juan de Chuccho – Sangalle (Oasis).

Your Colca Canyon adventure begins with an early morning pick-up between 3:00 and 3:30 AM from your hotel in Arequipa. We drive through the Andes, stopping in Yanque to witness the traditional Wititi dance, a UNESCO-recognized heritage. After breakfast in Achoma, we continue to Cruz del Condor, where we admire the majestic flight of the Andean condors soaring over the canyon.

From San Miguel viewpoint, we begin our three-hour descent into the canyon, trekking from 3,300 to 2,100 meters above sea level. Along the way, we enjoy breathtaking canyon views before crossing the first suspension bridge over the Colca River. We arrive in San Juan de Chuccho for a well-deserved lunch and a short rest.

The journey continues deeper into the canyon until we reach Sangalle, also known as The Oasis, at 1,900 meters. Here, we relax in natural swimming pools, surrounded by lush vegetation and towering cliffs. As night falls, we enjoy dinner and rest in cozy bungalows, preparing for the challenge ahead on day two.

Overnight in Sangalle.
Meal Include: Lunch and Dinner.
Entrance Ticket: None.

Day 2: Sangalle – Cabanaconde – Chivay – Arequipa

We begin our trek early in the morning, hiking for about three hours back to Cabanaconde. With torchlights guiding our way, we ascend as the sunrise gradually illuminates the canyon, offering breathtaking views. Upon arrival, we enjoy a well-deserved breakfast.

Next, we head toward Yanque, passing through the villages of Pinchollo, Maca, and Achoma, stopping at the Antahuilque and Choquetico viewpoints to admire the stunning Colca Valley and its ancient agricultural terraces. Around noon, we arrive at the thermal baths, where we can relax in the soothing mineral waters for about 45 minutes. We then continue to a buffet lunch (optional, not included).

Our return journey to Arequipa includes a stop at “El Mirador de los Volcanes,” at 4,910 meters above sea level, where we take in views of the Chachani, Misti, Ampato, Sabancaya, and Hualca Hualca volcanoes. We also pass through the Tocra wetlands, home to wild birds, and Pampa Cañahuas, where we see vicuñas in their natural habitat. We arrive in Arequipa at approximately 5:30 PM, concluding our Colca Canyon adventure.

Overnight in none.
Meal Include: Breakfast.

Inclusions

Includes:

Pick-up & Drop-off: Hotel/hostel pick-up and drop-off
Professional Guide: Official English-speaking trekking guide
Accommodation: Basic lodge house in Colca Canyon
Meals
Cruz del Condor Visit
Thermal Baths Visit (optional)
Village Visits (Yanque, Maca, Achoma)
Flora & Fauna Observation
Volcano Viewpoint (“El Mirador de los Volcanes” at 4,910m)
Medical kit and Oxygen bottle.
24-hour Guest Service.

Not Included:

Binoculars
Touristic Fee (PEN 70)
Hot Springs Ticket (optional, PEN 15)
Buffet Lunch (USD 10)
Travel Insurance
Optional Activities
Tips

What You Need to Bring

To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable Colca Canyon Trek 2 Days 1 Night, it’s essential to come well-prepared. Below is a list of must-have items for your adventure:

Light backpack
Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Flashlight or headtorch
Trekking shoes or boots
Warm layers, sweater, or jacket
Shorts or pants for walking
Swimsuit, sandals, towel
Toilet paper
Towel
Bottled water (2.5L or more)
Snacks
Hiking sticks (optional)
Cash

Price

The Colca Canyon 2 Days 1 Night tour is available every day of the week, throughout the year. This flexibility allows you to choose a departure date that fits your travel plans.

Price: ^$119^USDPer person

Terms & Conditions

By booking or participating in a tour and any related products or services (a “Tour”) with Cusco Journeys, you agree to these Terms & Conditions.

Booking:

Your booking is confirmed and a contract exists when the Tour Operator or your travel agent issues a written confirmation after receipt of the applicable deposit amount. Please check your confirmation carefully and report any incorrect or incomplete information to the Tour Operator or authorized agent immediately. Please ensure that names are exactly as stated in the relevant passport.
You will pay a deposit which is completely non-refundable in any situation. There are no exceptions.
You will be required to show the original passport (not a copy) that you booked with, at the checkpoint to enter the Inca Trail. If you originally booked with an old passport and then renewed your passport, you must also bring your expired passport along with your new, valid passport to permit entry or they will refuse your entrance to the trail.
The only acceptable ID to receive a Student Discount is your University Card with a clear expiration date that must be the same year as trek. IDs with expiry dates the following year, even though clearly valid, will not be accepted by the Peruvian government. You must submit a copy of this card at time of booking.

Cancellations:

Cancellations: In order to confirm this trip, a deposit of 40% is required per person at time of booking. The balance of the trip price is due 90 days before the departure date. Special holiday payment and cancellation terms may apply. Guests who must cancel their trip for any reason must do so in writing (we do not accept medical notes of any kind) as our out of pocket expenses are non-refundable to us.. Standard cancellations are subject to the following per-person penalties, based on number of days prior to departure:

ONCE BOOKED, DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. CHART BELOW OUTLINES WHAT FURTHER FEES WILL BE DUE.

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91 days or more before departure	we will retain 50% of your deposit.
90 – 30 days before departure	we will retain 75% of the total tour cost.
29 – 0 days before departure	we will retain 100% of the total tour cost.

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Permits: Permits for the Inca Trail are in your name and can not be transferred to anyone else under any circumstances. Change of dates is also not possible once a permit has been purchased. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit will be forfeited. Please note that this is a regulation of the Peruvian government and not Cusco Journeys (or any agency).
In extreme cases when the “Inca Trail to Machu Picchu” is declared closed for safety reasons, Cusco Journeys will replace your trek with an alternative trek.
Those who booked PERMITS with a Student ID must bring that ID with them on the trek. If they fail to show this card to the Park Rangers, they will not be allowed entry onto the trail.

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You must advise Cusco Journeys of any medical problems or allergies you may have. You need to be in good physical health, and if your health is questionable, then you should consult a doctor. If you are over the age of 70 years old, then you will need to present us with a current good health medical certificate.
You are responsible for assessing whether a Tour is suitable for you. You should consult your physician to confirm your fitness for travel and participation in any planned activities. You should seek your physician’s advice on vaccinations and medical precautions. The Tour Operator does not provide medical advice. It is your responsibility to assess the risks and requirements of each aspect of the Tour based on your own unique circumstances, limitations, fitness level and medical requirements.
Cusco Journeys reserves the right to deny you permission to travel or participate in any aspect of a Tour at any time and at your own risk and expense where the Tour Operator determines that your physical or mental condition renders you unfit for travel or you represent a danger to yourself or others.
Pregnancy is considered a medical condition and must be disclosed to the Tour Operator at the time of booking. The Tour Operator may refuse to carry pregnant women over 24 weeks. The Tour Operator may refuse to carry anyone with certain medical conditions if reasonable accommodation or alternatives cannot be arranged.
It is strongly encouraged to purchase Travel Insurance to protect you in case of medical emergency or any tour cancellations.

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All balances need to be paid in either cash, Western Union, Transfer Bank or PayPal (in full) prior to the briefing which will be held the night before your tour. Visa incurs a 5% service fee and if you need to use another card, it must be through PayPal which incurs a 5.5% service fee.
You must advise your guide if you wish to leave the group or the camping area for independent walks or sightseeing. If you are experiencing any problems with the services of the guide or tour, please advise the guide in that moment, so that he can resolve any problems.
All Adventure Treks include transportation to Cusco. The return train route depends on train availability.
If you become ill or injured on the trail and are unable to continue, a porter will be provided to accompany you back to an area with emergency assistance capabilities. Helicopter air lifts and medical assistance are at the expense of the trekker. If you are unable to complete the tour due to illness, we will assist you in meeting your group at Machu Picchu to recommence your tour at that point. There will be no refund of the original payment. However, we will prepare a document to certify illness which can be presented for your travel insurance.
Cusco Journeys will take all reasonable care in providing to our clients avoidance of accident, illness, and loss of personal property, and will only employ suitably qualified staff. We accept responsibility for the actions of our own employees. Cusco Journeys cannot, however, be responsible for any action of third parties. You are totally responsible for your own personal property and rented equipment.
Cusco Journeys does not take responsibility for unfavorable weather conditions, natural catastrophe, strikes, accidents, illness, injury, loss of personal ítems, etc. It is the client’s responsibility to carry insurance to cover these types of events. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the program due to any of the unforeseen conditions listed above.
Cusco Journeys may modify your itinerary where reasonably required in its sole discretion.
Group tours might be as large as 16 participants. Groups are open to everyone no matter skill or age. By accepting a Group Tour you acknowledge that others might change the speed and timing of the tour.
All tours are done in English.

Delays:

Any costs, whether direct or incidental, incurred by the Customer as the result of delays caused by bad weather, trail conditions, river levels, road conditions, transportation delays, sickness, government intervention or other contingencies which are beyond the control of southern explorations will not be reimbursed.

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Colca Canyon Trek 2 Days / 1 Night

Overview

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Itinerary

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Itinerary:

Day 1: Arequipa – Chivay – Cabanaconde – San Juan de Chuccho – Sangalle (Oasis).

Day 2: Sangalle – Cabanaconde – Chivay – Arequipa

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