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Discover the Colca Canyon on a day trip from Arequipa. See the Andean condor in its natural habitat at the Condor's Cross, and enjoy a buffet lunch of traditional Andean dishes.

Highlights

• Feast your eyes on the Colca Canyon's awe-inspiring landscapes on this trip
• See the Andean condor in its natural habitat at the Condor's Cross viewpoint
• Enjoy a buffet lunch featuring traditional Andean dishes at a local restaurant
• Visit the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve to see alpacas and vicuñas
• Stop at the Patapampa viewpoint to take in the views of the Andes Mountains

Description

Begin your day with a pickup from your hotel in Arequipa. Have breakfast and travel to the edge of the Colca Canyon, where you can see Andean condors. Make other stops, including the pre-Inca terraces of Antawilke, the Yanque hot springs, and a national reserve to see alpacas and vicuñas. Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local restaurant. Choose from traditional dishes featuring Andean products. Afterward, stop at the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve to see alpacas and vicuñas in their natural habitat. With a bit of luck, you might also see Andean foxes and other wild animals. Next, head to the Condor's Cross, where you'll have an hour to walk along the edge of the Colca Canyon and look for Andean condors. There's a condor nesting site nearby, and it's common to see several condors flying over the canyon at once. After your time at the Condor's Cross, begin your return journey to Arequipa.

Includes

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle Live guide Breakfast (bread, scrambled eggs, jam, butter, tea, coffee, juice) Buffet lunch with traditional Andean dishes

Important Information

• The tour involves stops at high altitudes, including a viewpoint at approximately 16000 feet (4900 meters). It's recommended to prepare for altitude sickness The tour starts early in the morning and lasts approximately 13 to 14 hours, so prepare for a full day of activities

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund