Arequipa is an important city in Peru, both for its colonial history and the depth of its culture.. One of the most visited tourist attractions in the Arequipa area is the Canyon of Colca, which is located in the Colca valley.
It is a beautiful site, where nature is king. It is also known as the “ The Valley of Fire “ and the “ Kingdom of the Condor.” The views are spectacular, and there is an aura of mysticism all around. It will be a journey that you will never forget. Come visit.
Arequipa Colca Canyon | US$ 145.00
Details of the The Arequipa Colca Canyon
Places we will visit: Arequipa, Chivay, Colca Canyon.
Kinds of Activities: Archeological, Ecological, Cultural.
Duration: 2 Days and 1 Night
Private Service: US$ 145.00
Group Service: US$ 40.00
Itinerari Arequipa Colca Canyon
» Day 1: Arequipa - Chivay
We will pick you up in the morning at you hotel, and head out to the Colca Canyon, which is located in the district of Yura. At Pampa Canahuas we will enter the Salinas and Aguas Blancas Nature Reserve. We can stop along the way and get a good look at the llamas, alpacas, and vicunas. We will go through the town of Vizcachani, and then cross the pass high on the Chucura Volcano. The lookout point there is at 4800 masl. Then we head down to the town of Chivay., which is the capital of the province. That is where we will check into our hotel. Then we can go out to the hot springs at Calera, and relax. There are modern pools there where the water rises up from the volcano. After a refreshing soak, it is back to our hotel for a good night’s sleep.
» Day 2: Cañon del Colca - Arequipa
After an early breakfast at the hotel, we’ll drive to the Cross of the Condor lookout point. This is one of the most impressive sights on out journey. From here you can see down into the depths of the canyon, and there is a good chance we’ll see condors flying above and below us. The view in all directions is magnificent. We can wonder around and stay for a while. Then we have to head back to Chivay, where we’ll visit the towns of Pinchollo, Maca and Yanque. There are also a couple more lookout points, which are called Andahuilca and Choquetico. From these lookouts we can see and appreciate the splendor of the valley. We will arrive back in Arequipa around 5:00 pm, and we will drop you off at your hotel.
Recojo del aeropuerto u/o terminal de buses
Guia profecional de lugar
Todos los servicios de primera y garantizados.
Agua 500 Ml. todos los días.
Per Day
Itinerari
Food
Día 1:
Visita reserva nacional de Salinas y Aguada Blanca
Pasaremos por el pueblo de Vizcachani.
cruzaremos por el pase del volcan Chucura y el mirador de patapampa a 4800 m.s.n.m.
Llegada de Chivay
Visitaremos los baños termales de la Calera
Desayuno: Hotel
Almuerzo: Restaurant
Cena: Restaurant
Pernocte hotel en el poblado de Chivay
Día 2:
Muy tempreno salida tour del Cañon del Colca
Mirador de la Cruz del Condor donde observaremos el vuelo del Condor.
Vista panoramica del Cañon del Colca.
Desayuno: Hotel
Almuerzo:Restaurant
Cena: Restaurant
Pernocte hotel en la ciudad de Arequipa.
Día 3:
Recojo del hotel para el traslado al aeropuerto u/o terminal de buses.
Desayuno: Hotel
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE
SHOULD BRING
OUR SERVICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Todos los traslados del aeropuerto al hotel.
• Guía profesional (español, inglés, alemán o japonés).
• Bus que nos llevara al cañon del Colca.
• Hotel en el tour a Colca.
• Entradas a lugares a visitar.
• Alimentos en el tour a Colca.
• Primeros auxilios y oxigeno.
• Capa de lluvia (plástico).
• Prenda Abrigadoa.
• Protector solar.
• Sombrero o gorra.
• Lentes para el sol.
• Mudas.
• Medias gruesas o de lanas.
• Cámara.
• Binoculares.
• Medicaciones personales sugeridas por su doctor.
• Gastos personales.
• propinas.
Recomendaciones
1.- Para los pasajeros que vienen de lugares a niveles cercanos al mar se recomienda tomar las previsiones con el tema de la altura.
2.- Ciudades como Arequipa, Cusco Puno tienen una población menor a comparación de Lima pero las medidas de seguridad no están de más.
3.- No tome servicios de tour por debajo de los estándares de los precios que están en el mercado ya que esto puede derivar en un tour de mala calidad y que Ud. Tenga una mala experiencia.
4.- No cambiar su dinero en lugares de dudosa apariencia, ni llevar grandes cantidades de dinero en el bolso.
5.- Tomar bastante liquido y nunca de reachuelos ni del caño por su seguridad y salud.
The Benefits of Drinking Coca Tea
Coca tea is a recommended food in the Andes, both for men and women. By drinking coca tea daily, you will obtain your minimum daily requirement of calcium. Coca tea also contains vitamins and trace elements to keep you fit. It is a great supplement to your daily diet.
Studies show that 100 grams of coca leaf contain 2 grams of potassium, which is needed to regulate your heart rate. The actual concentration of the cocaine alkaloid in coca leaf is very low, and taken in tea in its natural state, does not lead to dependence and is not toxic. So coca tea is considered both a beneficial food and a medicine.
Investigations undertaken by pharmacologists at the University of Caldas show that drinking coca tea is beneficial to your health and helps combat the effects altitude sickness, which is called “soroche“ in Peru.
INFORMATION USEFUL TIPS FOR THE TRAVELER
Security in Peru
Make copies of your identification documents. Put the originals in the safety deposit box at your hotel.
Make a list of what you are placing in the safety deposit box, and make sure the hotel agrees to be responsible for all items deposited.
Be careful about carrying around possessions that are very valuable.Don’t carry around large sums of cash.Always keep an eye on your personal possessions.
Don’t carry backpacks on your back.
Don’t change money on the street.
Avoid dark alleys and don’t go out late alone.
Telephones in Peru
To place international calls, you can call from a public payphone, or you can go into a shop that features long distance service..( these are called “locutorios”)
To dial international:
Dial 00, then the country code, then the area code and number.
To call long distance within Peru:
Dial 0, then the city code, then the number.
The payphones accept local currency in coins, and also you can buy prepaid phone cards almost everywhere.
In Peru there are 2 big phone companies: Telefonica and Claro. The newest entry in the market is Nextel, but it doesn’t operate all over the country. For more information about Telefonica, dial 103 and you’ll get ahold of an operator.
Internet in Peru
Every town in Peru has internet cafes that charge under a dollar per hour. Quality of the connection and price varies according to location.
Staying Healthy in Peru
Don’t eat on the street.Don’t buy from street venders.
Take it easy when you first arrive in a city like Cusco, which is over 10,000 ft. above sea level. Eat light. Don’t smoke or drink alcohol, in order to avoid altitude sickness. Drinking coca tea is recommended.
If you are traveling to the jungle, be sure to bring insect repellant and rain gear.
To contact a good doctor ask at your hotel or travel agency.
Banks in Peru
Banking hours are normally Monday through Friday, 9:00 am til 6:00 pm. Saturday 9 til 1.
In the maincities you will find Global Net ATM s and also ATM s from other banks.
Money in Peru
It is recommended that you change your money into local currency ( soles ) at authorized locations, such as banks, hotels, and money changing offices. They are usually open from 9:00 am.til 6:00 pm. The exact rate of exchange varies daily, but it is about 2.75 soles per U.S. dollar.