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Peru's classics.
Our pick of the 10 arequipa & colca canyon tours worth booking in Peru, with the details that matter: what you see, how long you need, and what it costs.
Full-day Colca Canyon tour from Arequipa with breakfast, buffet lunch, condor watching at Cruz del Cóndor, and alpaca/vicuña reserve stops.
“We opted for this one day tour after deciding we didn't want to hike into the canyon. It is a long day but worth it. The scenery was beautiful at each location and during the drive. Nelson was informative and entertaining!”
A full 8-hour day trip from Arequipa to Salinas Lagoon and the National Reserve, with volcano views, salt flats, and camelids.
“The tour was my highlight of Peru so far. The views were so impressive, the guide was soo nice, funny, took care of us, stopped everywhere we wanted to stop and made sure we had the best time.”
Half-day Sillar Route trek from Arequipa: Añashuayco quarry, Culebrillas canyon petroglyphs, and volcano viewpoints with a guide.
“I had Mike as a guide and his english was great. Also gave me recommendations for restaurants. Side note: I only had big bills and some places only took smaller ones and mike gave me some change. Stand out guy.”
Arequipa Chili River white-water rafting with hotel pickup. 45 minutes on rapids, gear and snack included. Extra transport and photos optional.
“Great activity, very fun, just know there is a extra 20 sols per person for transportation”
2-day small-group Colca Canyon trip from Arequipa to Puno with condor views, Chivay hot springs, vicuña sightings, alpacas, and stops.
“Loved my time in the Colca Canyon, staying the night definitely added more comfort so not to be stuck on a bus all the time. Amazing to see the will Vicuña and Andean Condors. Beautiful landscapes the whole journey. Buffet lunch was great, nice to try a few different dishes. Hot springs was a nice…”
2-day Colca Canyon trek from Arequipa with early bus ride, guided descent, Sangalle Oasis stay, hot springs, and possible condors.
“We had an amazing time! The hike was definitely enjoyable, manageable if you’re someone who exercises regularly, but it could be quite challenging for some. Our guide was fantastic! He shared lots of interesting information about Peru, the local plants, and the canyon itself. His enthusiasm really made the experience even better. Highly recommended!”
2-day Colca Canyon Plus from Arequipa with vicuñas, high Andean viewpoints, Coporaque culture time, and condor spotting at Cruz del Cóndor.
“We have done the 2 day Colca canyon trip from Arequipa. I can highly recommend it. Knowledgeable guide, well organised and nicely positioned hotel.”
2-hour Arequipa walking tour with Plaza de Armas, cloisters, volcano views, and Alpaca World. Pay $10, tip guide, optional museums.
“Very informative tour which covered a lot of sights and history of the city.”
Full-day Colca Canyon tour from Arequipa: condors at Cruz del Cóndor, Chacapi thermal baths, vicuñas in Pampa Cañahuas. 15 hours.
“We had an amazing time on this long trip. Our guide, David, was excellent and made sure we were in the right place at the right time for everything. It’s an early start and bumpy drive to Chivay, but then seeing the condors and local life was incredible. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend.”
Adventure day from Arequipa to Pillones waterfall, Puruña stone forest, and Salinas reserve to spot vicuñas, llamas, and guanacos.
“Absolutely loved this day trip, the rock forest and waterfall were spectacular! Our guide Sophia was very knowledgeable and spoke great English so I feel like I got the most out of the tour.”
