Peru · HIKING TOURS IN AREQUIPA
The 5 best hiking tours in Arequipa you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Spend four hours outside Arequipa visiting the working Añashuayco Quarry, its huge stone carvings, and Culebrillas Canyon with a bilingual guide. You will hear how white sillar shaped the city, walk past ancient Wari petroglyphs, and stop at a volcano viewpoint. Guides such as Mike, Jose, Alexandra, and Julia have led recent departures.
“our guide was fun and gave us a lot of info. the bus was clean and wasn't too hot.”
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!”
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.”
Travel from central Arequipa to the Sillar Route with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. See volcanoes and the Chilina Valley, watch stonecutters at Añashuayco Quarry, try cutting ashlar, then walk 20 minutes through Culebrillas canyon to old Wari petroglyphs and apachetas.
“Véhicule neuf. La visite a eu lieu seulement en espagnol car le guide anglais était malade. On nous a toutefois offert de reporter, mais nous avions autre chose. Le tour a commencé 30 minutes plus tard et nous n’avons pas eu assez de temps pour apprécier totalement.”
Leave central Arequipa at 8 a.m. for a four-hour trek through Capua Canyon, crossing puddles and streams to Capua Waterfall. Then soak in volcanic hot springs and visit Iglesia de Yura Viejo. Groups are capped at eight, with hotel pickup, water, snacks, and a guide. Bring sturdy shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, and cash for the baths.
“We really enjoyed this hike and our guide, Pablo, was wonderful and very helpful. We were the only ones on the trail which made this feel like we were being shown and unknown locals-only type trail. We walked in our hiking shoes through the river which was unique and pretty fun (be sure to pack some sandals for after!). Pablo did the hike in Tivas/Chacos with a strap, so you've got some options when it comes to footwear. Also, be such to bring sunscreen and bug spray! The waterfall was beautiful and so was the canyon overall. Pablo was really helpful in took lots of photos of us throughout the…”
Pick a ruin, a ridge, a river or a table.
