Peru · HIKING TOURS IN AREQUIPA
The 14 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.”
This private Colca Canyon trek follows a small-group route from Arequipa through Yanque, Cruz del Condor, Pallca, Sangalle, Cabanaconde, and Chivay. Expect family-run lodging, local food, an English-Spanish hiking guide such as José, Miguel, or Jarley, and a demanding final climb.
“We had a really nice experience, José (Pepe) is great, you could feel that he's passionate about his job!”
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…”
Start at 3 a.m. from Arequipa for a guided three-day trek through Colca Canyon. See condors at Cruz del Condor, walk through farming villages, sleep in simple canyon lodges, relax at Sangalle’s pools, and finish with an early climb and hot springs. Guides may include Marcos, Ghersy, César, Jonathan, or Jean Carlos.
“We took the three day Colca Canyon trek with a transfer to Puno. The trek was well organized, with very nice accommodations and delicios food all the way. We would like to thank Ghersy, our trekking guide, who did a very great job. We are also thankful to the drivers who drove safely on steep mountain roads. The transfer to Puno went also well, with our luggages stored at the location where the trek started.”
Leave Arequipa before dawn for Colca Canyon, stop at Condor’s Cross, hike downhill to Sangalle, and sleep in a basic bungalow. Climb back to Cabanaconde at sunrise, visit Chacapi hot springs, then ride through Pampa Cañahuas to Puno. The group is limited to 12, with meals and the Chivay to Puno transfer included.
“Great experience, the colca canyon offers a fantastic scenery. We saw some condors along the way, too. The hike is quite challenging, especially on the second day - it's going 1200 altitude meters up. Planning was good, everything was taken care of, for example the transport of our luggage and the transfer to Puno (we had to change busses). The included food was okay, but not great. Same for the accomodation: Oasis ecolodge was a little shabby. But for one night it was ok.”
Join a four-hour English or Spanish excursion from Arequipa to the Sillar Route. See volcano views, the Añashuayco Quarry and its carved church, then walk 20 minutes through Culebrillas Canyon to Wari petroglyphs and apachetas. Transport and a professional guide are included. Expect a short walk rather than a strenuous hike.
“This was a good tour the only thing was our guide seemed very nervous and her accent was really heavy so most the time on the microphone we could not hear her or understand”
You’ll leave Arequipa by 4x4, hike to a 5,200-meter tent camp, then start a pre-dawn summit climb of Chachani. An English- or Spanish-speaking guide leads the small group, with lunch, breakfast, hotel pickup, and transport included. Bring warm layers, personal medication, snacks, and your own trekking gear or arrange equipment ahead of time.
Travel from central Arequipa to the Sillar Route, where you’ll see working stone quarries, a huge carved church façade, and the narrow Culebrillas Canyon. The four-and-a-half-hour outing includes transport and a professional English or Spanish-speaking guide. Bring 10 soles for entrance fees and allow extra time for traffic.
“The tour was awesome and the guide was very enthusiastic !”
Spend about four and a half hours outside Arequipa visiting the Añashuayco sillar quarry, walking through Culebrillas Canyon, viewing Wari petroglyphs, and seeing volcanoes and terraces from a scenic lookout. Transport and a Spanish or English guide are included. Expect a brief 20-minute hike and a 10-sol site fee.
“I loved this day trip from arequipa. Perfect length and super fun”
Spend four hours outside Arequipa visiting the working Añashuayco ashlar quarry, its huge church carving, and the narrow Culebrillas canyon. An English or Spanish-speaking guide explains stone cutting, local traditions, and Wari petroglyphs. The $14 tour includes transport and a guide, but entrance fees of 10 soles are extra.
You’ll leave Arequipa before dawn, watch condors at Cruz del Condor, hike through Colca Canyon to Sangalle, and sleep in a simple shared lodge. Guides speak English and Spanish. Alix, Carlos, and Alex have helped hikers through tough sections, including arranging mule taxis when needed. The trek demands good fitness, but meals, transport, and guidance are included.
“Magnifiques paysages au programme ! La présence de notre guide Alix a été un réel plus : il a donné plein d'explications enrichissantes et il a su trouver des solutions rapidement lorsque certains ont éprouvé des difficultés à finir le trek, et tout ça avec sourire. C'est clairement une activité à ne pas manquer !”
Pick a ruin, a ridge, a river or a table.
