The 14 Best Colca Canyon Tours from Arequipa

1.Colca Canyon Full-Day Guided Tour with Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 982 reviews · 14 hours · from $42Our pick

Leave Arequipa before dawn for Colca Canyon, with breakfast in Chivay, canyon viewpoints, an hour at Condor’s Cross, hot springs, Andean food, and alpaca and vicuña sightings. Guides such as Nelson, Angel, and Walter are praised for clear English and good humor. Expect about 14 hours, long drives, high altitude, and extra entrance fees.

“It was amazing and so organized! Loved all the stops- the breakfast and lunch were also delicious. Our guide, Angel, was engaging, informative and funny!”

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2.2-Day Tour Colca Canyon in Arequipa with end in Puno

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 248 reviews · 2 days · from $78

Travel from Arequipa through Salinas and Aguada Blanca to Chivay, then watch Andean condors at Cruz del Cóndor before continuing to Puno. You will ride in a small group of up to 18, with English or Spanish guidance, a night in Chivay, optional hot springs, and several high-altitude viewpoints.

“Cecilia was a great and attentive guide. The format of the tour was paced optimally, I would recommend going for the 2 day trip. The transport to Puno was a bit painful and long after the whole program.”

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3.2-Day Colca Canyon Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 243 reviews · 2 days · from $30

Trek deep into Colca Canyon with an English-speaking guide such as Alex, Carlos, Rafael, or Tonny. You’ll see Andean condors, walk about 24 kilometers, sleep at Sangalle Oasis, and climb roughly 1,000 to 1,200 meters back to Cabanaconde. The $30 booking price does not cover all costs, so bring cash.

“Was really fun. Alex was a good guide who took good care of the group!”

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4.Colca Canyon Plus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $103Top rated

This two-day Colca Canyon tour from Arequipa combines high-altitude viewpoints, wild vicuñas, the Cruz del Cóndor, traditional villages, and an overnight stay near Coporaque. You will travel in a group of up to 14, with breakfast, transport, a guide, and one hotel night included. Guides may include Antonio San Cristobal or Mayan, depending on the departure.

“I think this was a great tour. Nic elumch spots and the overnight stay in chivay out in the countryside a bit was lovely. Our tour guide was from colca canyon and excellent for explaining everything.”

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5.Full Day Tour of Colca Canyon with Meals

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 146 reviews · 15 hours · from $27

Leave Arequipa around 3 a.m. for Cruz del Cóndor, colonial villages, Andean viewpoints, Chacapi hot springs, and Chivay. A bilingual guide such as David or María leads the day in English and Spanish. The tour includes transport and breakfast, but the 70-sol entrance fee, lunch, and hot springs cost extra.

“This is an amazing trip! So much to do and the guide is very knowledgable. The colca canyons is beautiful and the Andes is breathtaking. Experiencing the Andes culture through the locals with the help of our guide, was the highlights of this tour. Highly recommend to do this tour specifically with this company, and get the full experience!”

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6.Full-Day Colca Canyon Tour from Arequipa

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 112 reviews · 14 hours · from $39

Leave Arequipa around 3:00 AM for Colca Canyon, with breakfast in Chivay, condor viewing at Cruz del Cóndor, village stops, canyon viewpoints, optional La Calera hot springs, and Patapampa at 4,800 meters. English and Spanish guides lead the day, with pickup, transport, and breakfast included.

“We had a great tour. Geraldine (guide) and Michael (driver) were great. Lunch was delicious, but breakfast could be improved (fresh fruit etc). The canyon is quite far so you don't have time for trekking. Don't expect to walk much. BeautifuI landscapes. I would definitely recommend it for a one-day trip.”

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7.2 Day 1 Night Trek / Colca Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 92 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $124

Trek from Cabanaconde into Colca Canyon, passing Condor’s Cross, village terraces, and Sangalle’s warm pool. You’ll sleep at basic Cielo Azul Lodge, then climb by torchlight to Cabanaconde before returning to Arequipa. English and Spanish guiding, meals, transport, and hotel pickup are included. Guide Eveline has earned particular praise for her calm support.

“We really enjoyed this 2-day trip to the Canon de Colca. The landscape was incredible and our tour guide, Eveline, was really competent and kind. She gave us some info and then let us free to enjoy this experience at our best supporting us in the hardes part of the treck. The tour was realised exactly as described (keep in mind that the place where you will spend the night is really basic) and we are happy to suggest it to those who wish to visit this amazing place.”

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8.Colca Canyon Day Trip with Transfer to Puno

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 90 reviews · from $65

Start before dawn in Arequipa, cross the Andes, watch for condors at Cruz del Cóndor, visit villages and terraces, soak in volcanic hot springs, then continue toward Puno. An English or Spanish-speaking guide, breakfast, transport, and first aid are included. Bring cash for park entry, hot springs, and lunch.

“Très belle excursion pour voir les condors et de superbes paysages!!”

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9.From Puno to Arequipa: 2 Days/1 Night Colca Canyon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 83 reviews · 2 days · from $102

Travel from Puno to Arequipa through Colca Canyon, stopping at Lagunillas, Pampa Cañahuas, Patapampa, Chivay, and Cruz del Condor. You will see vicuñas and Andean birds, visit La Calera Hot Springs, stay one night in Chivay, and travel with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. Guide quality and vehicle comfort can vary.

“Très belle excusion, beaux paysages. La baignade dans les bains thermaux était également très bien. Le cout des repas n'ėtait parfois pas inclus et les boissons facturées très chères. La qualité des repas proposés ètait très moyenne. Le minibus utilisé pour l'excursion etait complet, c'était compliqué de ranger les valises et paquetages. Il aurait fallu un bus plus grand. Inconvénients compensés par la beauté du site et la chance de voir quelques condors. Mark.”

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10.Turist Bus Colca Canyon (Chivay) To Puno

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Travel from Chivay to Puno by air-conditioned bus with a bilingual guide, four scenic stops, snacks, water, coffee, Wi-Fi, and an onboard toilet. You will pause at Abra Patapampa, Tocrapampa, Patahuasi, and Lagunillas before arriving in Puno around 7:00 to 7:30 pm.

“The bus was comfortable and the guide was very nice. Once we arrived - a transfer to our hotel was included so that was very handy. We got caught in construction traffic so it took us about 7.5 hours which was a long day but to no fault of them. The thing I was most disappointed with - the listing said that snacks, bottled water and free wifi were included. All of those items were never offered. I planned on getting work done on the bus with the free wifi so this was a huge disappointment! And I had to purchase water at a stop for a high charge because…”

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11.Full Day Tour / Colca Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 70 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $52

Leave Arequipa around 3:00 am for Chivay, breakfast, Condor’s Cross, Colca Canyon, Chacapi hot springs, and Pampa Cañahuas. A guide handles the route and wildlife commentary, with transport for up to 16 people. Expect a very long day, several extra fees, and many hours in the vehicle.

“This was a great trip and I'm glad the tour guides picked me up on time from my Airbnb as punctuality is not very common in Latin America. Pros: -Hotel pickup/dropoff -Many sites to see before and after viewing colca canyon -Although there was a lot we saw in this day tour I never felt rushed. -Guides were knowledgeable Cons: -I understand Spanish, but if you don't you're not getting all the history and information as they summarize it when speaking in English. -We started off in a big coach bus, but then switched to a small bus which sucked as we were packed inside. -Great tour, but after visiting…”

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12.Colca Valley & Thermal Baths Small-Group Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 43 reviews · 1 day · from $27

Leave Arequipa before dawn for Colca Valley viewpoints, the 4,910-meter Patapampa volcano lookout, Cruz del Cóndor, Maca, and Chacapi hot springs. You get a bilingual guide, breakfast, transport, and a group capped at 17 people. Guides such as Sandra and Marisol have earned praise for clear, warm explanations.

“Activity was great! So many amazing sights and our guided was well informed and kept the day entertaining. Climate in October was perfect, although you do have to be aware that the morning is very cold and throughout the day, it gets really hot. However, the description did advise to bring appropriate clothing for the different climates. Only downside was the transportation van was not well heated/air conditioned, making the long hours on it uncomfortable. Overall great tour and would definitely recommend!”

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13.From Arequipa Trek : 2-Days of Hiking in the Colca Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 2 days · from $21Best value

This two-day Colca Canyon trek takes you from Arequipa to Cruz del Cóndor, down to San Juan de Chuccho and Sangalle Oasis, then up before dawn to Cabanaconde. Expect steep, uneven trails, basic overnight lodging, bilingual guides, meals and entry fees paid separately, and a small group of up to 18 people.

“A great tour, but a little tough, so be prepared.”

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14.Colca Canyon & La Calera Thermal Waters

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15 reviews · from $66

You’ll travel from Arequipa to Colca Canyon with a bilingual English and Spanish guide, stopping at volcanic viewpoints, condor lookouts, Maca, Yanque, and Chivay. The day includes breakfast, lunch, a 30-minute hot-spring visit, and hotel pickup near Plaza de Armas. Bring cash for entry fees and the thermal baths.

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