Colca Canyon 2 Day Trek Itinerary

PRESENTATION OF COLCA CANYON TREK 2 DAY: Arequipa Hike has an incredibly challenging and rewarding trekking experience. Join us for a 2-day Colca Canyon Adventure Trek and discover one of Peru’s most spectacular natural wonders.

DAY 1

Trip to Cabanaconde: Hike to El Oasis

Hike to the Colca Canyon to Oasis

Pick-up service from the Arequipa Hotel begins at 4:30 a.m. and travels to Cabanaconde via Chivay for 4 hours and 15 minutes. At Cabanaconde town, “Mirador de San Miguel” begins the trek towards the bottom of the Colca Canyon. Enjoy a traditional Colca Canyon lunch in San Juan de Chuccho with a breathtaking view of the Peruvian Andes.

Continue hiking up the mountain, passing through the hamlets of Cosñirhua and Malata, to descend a little further into the Colca Canyon until you reach Sangalle, better known as the Oasis.

Hiking Time: 6-7h | Difficulty: Challenging 

• MIRADOR SAN MIGUEL TO SAN JUAN DE CHUCCHO: Time: 2h45min | Difficulty: Hard – This section is a constant steep descent until the bottom of the canyon to the Colca River.
• SAN JUAN DE CHUCCHO TO COSÑIRHUA: Time: 1h15min | Difficulty: Hard – This section of the trail is very steep and a constant for little more than an hour’s ascent under the sun until Cosñirhua.
• COSÑIRHUA TO MALATA – Time: 15min | Difficulty: Easy – This section is a relaxing flat walk on a dirt road, then we follow the hiking trail.
• MALATA TO SANGALLE (THE OASIS) – Time: 1h30min | Difficulty: Medium – This section is an entire descending zigzagging trail. After the descent, we arrive at a bridge that is also the Oasis’s beginning. Once there, we only need to climb several more curves to get to Sangalle.

Hike distance:

• Cabanaconde to San Juan de Chuccho: 11 km
• San Juan de Chuccho to Sangalle: 5 km

Food

1L, 1D.

Physical Level

5, Challenging

Walking Distance

16km (9.9 miles)

Hiking Time

6-7 Hrs.

Starting Altitude

Cabanaconde: 3,323m (10,902 ft)

Minimun Altitude

Sangalle: 2,265m (7,431 ft)

Highest Altitude

None

DAY 2

Colca Canyon Exit Trek - Return trip

At 4:30 a.m., the walk to Cabanaconde via Sangalle begins with the cool breezes of the Colca Canyon. We walk uphill for about 3 hours until we reach Cabanaconde. Enjoy an incredible sunrise over the Colca Canyon and the Andes.

In Cabanaconde, we board the vehicle to go to the Condor viewpoint to see the flight of the Condor; then, we explore the incredible views of the agricultural terraces of other sectors of the Colca Canyon. In Chivay, enjoy the well-deserved hot springs (optional).

In the afternoon, we return to Arequipa. NOTE: You can also start the trip from Puno and end in Arequipa or vice versa; please write us about this option.

Hiking Time: 3–4 hours; Difficulty: Hard

• SANGALLE TO CABANACONDE: This trek takes 3 hours and 20 minutes, with many short breaks, to return to the top of the canyon.

Hike distance: Sangalle to Cabanaconde: 11 km

Food

1B.

Physical Level

5, Challenging

Walking Distance

11km (6.8 miles)

Hiking Time

3-4 Hrs.

Starting Altitude

Sangalle: 2,265m (7,431 ft)

Minimun Altitude

None

Highest Altitude

Cabanaconde: 3,323m (10,902 ft)

Colca Canyon 2 Day Trek INCLUSIONS

• Personalized Adventures for independent hikers
• Active itinerary with unique hiking experiences
• English-speaking local guide (s)
• Pick-up and drop-off are available at your accommodation in Arequipa.
• Private Transportation with Fuel and Driver to Cabanaconde “round trip service”
• Entrance tickets to the Colca Canyon (For Hiking and Trekking)
• One night of accommodation in basic lodging in the Colca Canyon
• Meals: 02 breakfasts, 02 lunches, 01 dinner.
• First aid kit.
• On-site logistical support from our office in Peru
• All taxes (Peru)

EXCLUSIONS

• All accommodations in and around AREQUIPA for the excursions
• International airfare, domestic airfare within Peru, airport departure taxes (Approximate cost: US$ 31.00 for international flights and US$ 10.40 for each domestic flight)
• Reconfirmation of international flights and items of a personal nature
• Spending money: allow approximately US$40–90 per day to cover meals, snacks, drinks, limited souvenirs, laundry, tips, personal expenses, and extras.
• Meals that are not described in the service.
• Travel Insurance
• Entrance tickets to the Calera thermal baths
• Tipping is a personal gesture: “guide (S) & driver.”

What to Bring for the Colca Canyon Trek 2 Day?

• A light backpack for your Colca Canyon trekking
• Trekking poles with rubber protectors help you descend the Colca Canyon and climb it on the last day.
• Water: 2.5 liters per person; later, you can buy more in specific places during the walk.
• Hat, Sunglasses
• Sunscreen and insect-repellent cream
• Headlamp
• Hiking shoes with ankle support
• Warm layers, jacket, and hiking pants
• Toilet paper
• Personal toiletries for hiking
• Snacks for the adventure in some sectors of the Colca Canyon
• Cash in Peruvian currency to buy drinks, snacks, etc.

Notes from Colca Canyon Trekking 2 Days:

The spectacular Colca Canyon Trekking 2 Days shows incredible scenic landscapes from the beginning of the hiking route, the traditional villages with enough photographic angles, and the spectacular sunrises and sunsets.

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Colca Canyon 2 Day Trek Price Information

PRICES PER PERSON, Season 2025

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Colca Canyon Trek 2 Day: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with our 2-day Colca Canyon walk. Explore the stunning landscapes, encounter the local wildlife, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Arequipa region.