Colca Trekking (3 days / 2 nights)

Day 1: Arequipa – Cabanaconde – San Juan de Chuccho

Transfer to the bus station. At 4:40 hrs we depart on shared tourist transportation towards Cabanoconde. We pass by Cruz del Condor (Condor’s Cross), where we can watch the condors flying and the depth of the canyon. We arrive at noon (aprox). After lunch we hike downwards the canyon (3:30 hrs) to the Colca River where we can rest. Then we continue our hike crossing the first suspension bridge of the area and we arrive to the first town (San Juan de Chuccho) were we stay at local homes. Overnight.

Meals: Box lunch and dinner

Day 2: San Juan de Chuccho – Cosñirhua – Malata – Sangalle

After breakfast, we start a 3 hour trek, visiting different towns such as Malata (onsite museum) and Cosñirhua, where we share with the local inhabitants its experiences and stories. Upon arrival in Sangalle (12:00 hrs), we have lunch and we have time to enjoy its pools and surrounding nature. Overnight.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Day 3: Sangalle – Condor’ Cross – Arequipa

At 06:00 hrs we start again our trek, this time of ascent for 3:30 hrs. Upon arrival at the village of Cabanaconde we take the return bus, with tourist stops en route. When we arrive in Chivay (approx at 12: 00 noon) we can visit La Calera hot springs. After lunch at a restaurant in Chivay, we visit the National Reserve and then we continue towards the city of Arequipa. Upon arrival (approx 7 pm) transfer to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast and lunch