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The Colca Canyon is a unique natural wonder, boasting stunning beauty and the greatest depth of any canyon on the planet! Located in the Arequipa region, near the Pacific coast, it has become a premier destination highly sought after by both foreign and domestic visitors.
The Colca Canyon Geography
Geographically, the tour starts with a relaxing bus ride through Arequipa’s Andean range, which includes volcanoes, snowy peaks, and even active volcanoes among towering mountains. From a viewpoint at 4,800 meters above sea level, near Tocra Lake, you’ll have an astounding view of the mountain chain and the ancient farming terraces, likely built by the pre-Inca empire, Wari. The mountain landscapes are breathtaking, rivaling those of the Colorado Canyon.
The Colca Canyon Typical Fauna
This is one of the highlights of the package. Along your trip across the amazing Colca Canyon, you will be very close to the typical Andean camels, that is, the llama, alpaca, and vicuna, who evolved and differentiated from their African relatives to survive the cold weather of the South American highlands.
Truly a great scientific experience! We will also spend time at another gazer, from where we are going to observe a variety of beautiful regional birds especially the condor, which can be thought of as the South American equivalent of the American bald eagle, there it goes, way up high across the blue sky, a symbol of spiritual elevation even nowadays for Andean people.
Food and Drinks
You will be given the quite energizing and traditional coca leaves tea, of millenary use in the Andean region. Also, we recommend typical foods in Arequipa, like corn with cheese and the delicious chupe de Camarones (shrimp soup), which is the most characteristic of their gastronomy. If you are not allergic to seafood, it will be a great experience we can guarantee you!
The Colca Canyon Villages and Culture
We will also have the wonderful chance throughout the tour to see the many communities and villages, meet the local people and learn their folklore, go to handicrafts, and typical products markets, and finally visit some Inca and pre-Inca time archaeological sites.
As a final note, please do not forget to bring a sun hat, sunglasses, and sunblock, for the Colca Canyon is currently one of the sunniest places in Peru. For more details, follow the link to our insider Colca Canyon 2-day packing list and to the article giving the best tips for this adventure!
The Colca Canyon tour and all the other packages can be booked as private ones, so our 5-star service will be entirely at your disposal. Also, any of the packages can be personalized to have a vacation designed according to all your specific interests.
The amazing Arequipa region in Peru and its great attraction the Colca Canyon are waiting for you to have the perfect vacation! Just talk to our professional staff to book this spectacular tour!
