Pampa Cañahuas Reserve and Local Restaurant

At the start of the tour, views of the Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu volcanoes are observed before reaching the Pampa Cañahuas Reserve, part of the Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve. The vehicle stops multiple times to watch wild Vicuñas in their natural environment at about 4,000 meters altitude. After sufficient time to enjoy the area and take photos, the journey continues. A short detour is made to visit the Puruña stone forest to explore its rock formations and enjoy panoramic views of the National Reserve. Returning to the main road, the group visits a local restaurant where mate de coca is served and a demonstration is given on how local women work with alpaca fiber and Andean plants. Restroom facilities are available at this restaurant.

120 min

Puruña Stone Forest

A brief detour is made to the Puruña Stone Forest to explore and admire the rock formations and to enjoy panoramic views of the National Reserve from this location. This stop lasts about 45 to 60 minutes, allowing time for exploration and photography.

45 min

Tocra Plain and Pata Pampa Viewpoint

The journey continues through Tocra, a high plateau above 4,400 meters, where lakes and wetlands attract wild birds, and the Altiplano landscape includes llamas and alpacas. The tour's highest elevation is Pata Pampa, also known as the Viewpoint of the Andes, situated at 4,910 meters. From there, one can see the Cordillera de Chila mountain range and the volcanoes Sabancaya, Ampato, Mismi, and Hualca-Hualca.

30 min

Chivay Approach and Coporaque Village

Approaching Chivay at 3,651 meters, the multicolored terraces of the Colca Valley become visible. The route continues along the right bank of the canyon to the traditional village of Coporaque. In the village, the lodge 'La Casa de Mamayacchi' is visited where there is free time for lunch. With the guide's assistance, participants can learn to prepare a typical dish or try on traditional costumes of the Colca Valley.

180 min

Thermal Baths Visit and Hotel Return

There is an optional visit to the town's thermal baths, with transport provided on request. Afterwards, the group returns to the hotel for accommodation in a double or twin room.

60 min

Cruz del Cóndor and Nearby Walk

After an early breakfast, the group travels to the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint via the left side of the Colca Canyon. Time is allotted to observe the canyon and photograph the flight of the Andean Condor. Afterwards, the guide leads a short walk near the canyon lasting about one hour to increase opportunities to see condors and enjoy the panorama. On the return to Chivay, the traditional village of Pinchollo is visited, along with the Antahuilque viewpoint where terraces over 1,500 years old are seen. The route passes the Choquetico lookout point and views the litomaqueta, a rock model of the canyon terraces.

180 min

Antahuilque Viewpoint and Villages

On the way back to Chivay, the group visits the Antahuilque viewpoint with terraces more than 1,500 years old and passes through the traditional villages of Maca and Yanque.

15 min

Chivay Arrival and Departure to Arequipa

Arrival in Chivay is around midday. Lunch is not included. After lunch, departure to Arequipa occurs, with arrival at approximately 4:00 PM.

240 min