Top Arequipa Outdoor Activities

Visiting the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the world, is a must-do when in Arequipa but figuring out transportation can be a hassle. This guided tour takes care of all the logistics for you. You'll head out of the city early in the morning in order to make the most of the day and see the condors flying at Condor's Cross. You'll also see alpacas, vicuñas and more than 70 different types of cactus.

The Colca Canyon is the deepest in the world and truly an incredible site. This tour is a great escape from the city and gives travelers the opportunity to experience Andean culture. Below is a general outline of our full day tour. · You will be picked up from your hotel or hostel between 3:00am and 3:30am and drive north to Chivay where you will eat a simple breakfast. · We then head west to the Condor Cross located on the rim of the Colca Canyon. You will have one hour to enjoy the views and look for condors. · We will make our way back towards Chivay making stops at Antawilke to see pre-Incan terraces, a small colonial town called Maca, and the Yanque hotsprings to bathe in the hot pools for one hour. · Upon arriving to Chivay we will stop at a local restaurant to eat a buffet lunch. · We then head back towards Arequipa making two final stops along the way at Patapama and the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve. · You will be dropped off back at your hotel around 5:30pm.

Spend the day watching condors glide over the Colca Canyon on a full-day trip from Arequipa, a great choice for nature lovers and first-time visitors. Observe condors and absorb panoramic views of the Colca Canyon from La Cruz del Condor lookout point, and opt to soak your muscles in the hot springs of La Calera in the afternoon. Plus, go bird watching in Pampa Cañahuas.

Discover the dramatic beauty of the Colca Canyon on an exciting two-day excursion from Arequipa. Explore a fascinating natural formation twice as deep as the USA’s Grand Canyon with an experienced guide; visit an intriguing wildlife reserve to encounter diverse species; and admire the beautiful colonial architecture of two highland villages. Walk on the base of a colossal volcano and admire spectacular views of Peru’s stunning scenery during this enriching experience. Transport and two lunches are included in the tour price, however overnight accommodation must be purchased separately.

We are the first foodie tour of Arequipa with experience guiding groups in Lima Peru. Our tour takes you to the most iconic restaurants of Arequipa to taste different plates while you also get to know the history of what you are eating. We tell you the story of Peru and Arequipa through its food and drinks. You get all this for a very affordable price, that includes all the food, 3 drinks and a dessert! We believe this to be a very good value for your money, as you will end the tour completely satisfied! After the tour, your guide will be happy to recommend chic and superb places to go enjoy some drinks, live music, or whatever tickles your fancy!

Come and enjoy an impressive 2 day trek through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Our guide will show you all the beauties of the valley such as huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads and follow our route to Cabanaconde from where our adventure begins. Do not miss it and book now. It will be an unforgettable experience!

Explore Arequipa's many historical sights and attractions on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. A knowedgable and expert guide will take you via air-conditioned coah to spectacular viewpoints like the Mirador de Yanahuara, and lead you through some of Arequipa's most exquisite colonial districts—including Yanaahuara and St Lazarus. Visit the Monastery of St Catherine, which was closed to the public for almost 400 hundreds years.

Come and enjoy an impressive Full day tour through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Disconnect at least one day from the city and fully enjoy the nature that surrounds this valley. Our guide will show you all the beauties such as the huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads, follow our route to different tiny towns and of course visit the relaxing hot springs. After lunch in Chivay we will take you by bus straight to Puno where you will be drop off at your hotel if it's in the center of the city. Do not miss it and book now. It will be an unforgettable experience!

Arrive on-time and stress-free for your airport departure with ground transfer service from your Arequipa hotel. A driver will pick you up at your lodging and transport you to Rodriguez Ballon International Airport in a shared, air-conditioned vehicle. Book this service anytime 24/7—simply reserve ahead.

We care a lot about how you feel, have fun and really know the wonders that Arequipa and Peru have, our desire to take the best possible experience and we take care of that every day, with each group and with each experience carried out, Do your best and even more than what is normally included in the tour. We try to adapt both the MENU and the EXPERIENCE so that 100% of the attendees enjoy it

Discover the dramatic beauty of the Colca Canyon on an exciting two-day tour from Arequipa. Explore a fascinating natural formation twice as deep as the Grand Canyon of the USA. With an experienced guide; Visit an intriguing wildlife reserve to find various species; and admire the beautiful colonial architecture of two highland towns. Walk on the base of a colossal volcano and admire the spectacular views of the impressive landscapes of Peru during this enriching experience. Transportation and two lunches are included in the price of the trip, however, accommodation must be purchased separately.

Let your spirit soar like the Andean condor on this full-day exploration of Colca Canyon. Stop by the ‘Condor’s Cross,’ near one of the canyon’s deepest points, to watch these majestic birds as they appear to float on the wind. Continue to traditional towns like Maca and Yanque where you’ll observe colonial-era churches and locals garbed in needlework dresses. Finish your trip on a high point as you return through 16,000-foot (4900-meter) Patapampa pass. A guide, breakfast and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.

THIS TOUR IS THE MOST COMPLETE, IF YOU DON'T HAVE A LONG TIME, IN THIS TOUR YOU WILL APPRECIATE THE CULTURAL PART AND THE NATURAL PART OF COLCA, IT IS RECOMMENDED FOR ADVENTURE PEOPLE WHO LIKE TO WALK AND TANK EXPERIENCE. OUR GUIDES HAVE A LOT OF EXPERIENCE. OUR GUIDES: FABIAN FERNANDO GUSTAVO CLEVER JORGE FRANK CHARLES RAFAEL CEASE

THIS TOUR IS THE MOST COMPLETE, IF YOU HAVE THREE DAYS, IN THIS TOUR YOU WILL APPRECIATE THE CULTURAL PART AND THE NATURAL PART OF THE COLCA, IT IS RECOMMENDED FOR ADVENTURE PEOPLE WHO LIKE TO WALK. OUR GUIDES HAVE A LOT OF EXPERIENCE. OUR GUIDES: FABIAN GUSTAVO CLEVER GEORGE FRANK CHARLES RAFAEL CEASE LUIGUI

No prior rafting experience is necessary to enjoy running Class II to IV rapids on this Rio Chili tour from Arequipa. Go over river safety and rafting basics, and then navigate roughly four miles (seven kilometers) or white water along with your guide. All gear is include, plus a snack and transportation, so you don't need to plan a thing for the perfect trip.

This is a unique experience for travelers looking to know a little explored space during their trip. In this tour you will not find a massive amount of tourists and you can make a very fun and easy trekking in the middle of a unique canyon in Arequipa. They can also combine the experience of a beautiful trekking, culture and thermal baths

It will be a climbing day on the banks of the Chili River in the Chilina Valley. It doesn't matter if it's your first time climbing or if you have already practiced this sport a lot, the place we go to is great for beginners and experts. Charcani is an ideal area for sports and relaxation located at the foot of the Chili River and next to the Sanctuary of the Virgen de Chapi, patron of Arequipa; ensuring a perfect environment to enjoy an excellent day adventure.

Come and enjoy an impressive 2 day trek through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Our guide will show you all the beauties of the valley such as huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads and follow our route to Cabanaconde from where our adventure begins. The second day after the Hot Springs we take you by bus straight to Puno and drop you off in your hotel if it's in the center of the city. Do not miss it and book now. It will be an unforgettable experience!

You can enjoy the beauty of Colca while walking this ancient trails This trek is designed for those craving adventure but with moderate experience on trekking. Walking time is around 3 hours per day.

The landscape, the flora and fauna is wonderful; but accompanied by a qualified guide, who knows the area and explains the secrets of this place, makes this experience unforgettable.

Come and enjoy an impressive 3 day trek through one of the deepest canyons in the world. Disconnect from the city and fully enjoy the nature that surrounds this valley. Our guide will show you all the beauties such as the huge birds, beautiful alpacas and vicuñas and more than 79 different types of cactus. Our tour starts very early to be able to arrive on time at the Condor's Cross and watch the condors flying over our heads and follow our route to Cabanaconde from where our adventure begins. Do not miss it and book now. It will be an unforgettable experience!

Descend to one of the world’s deepest canyons on a 3-day semi-private trek to the Colca Canyon from Arequipa. Alongside your guide, you’ll enjoy amazing views, native wildlife and home-cooked Peruvian food on the way to the Cruz del Condor lookout point. Hike through local communities, Cosñirhua and Malata, and visit Oasis Sangalle to swim and relax. After a steep climb, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular sunset over the Colca Canyon and then with a soothing soak in Chivay’s hot springs. Accommodation in a local home and hostel is included.

Route of the Sillar, Viewpoints of the Valley and Volcanoes We enter in the middle of huge volcanic stone farellones 30 meters high carved "to combo and chisel", colonial facades and carvings. Here we will have an illustrious moment with the master stonecutters, known as "cutters". They will reveal their live work techniques so that later we can do it with our own hands. We will see giant block falls and the wonderful experience of watching small blocks of ashlar made using ancestral instruments used from generation to generation. Heading to the Mirador de Carmen Alto !!! We will visit the traditional and unmissable viewpoints of Arequipa, Mirador de Carmen Alto to appreciate the Chilina Valley and our 3 volcanoes, Chachani, Misti and Pichupichu. The second viewpoint is in Yanahuara. Here we will eat rich traditional desserts and buy unique handmade souvenirs in the square.

The ashlar is the origin of the architecture of the White City and its tourist route is developed in the district of Cerro Colorado. In addition to the natural landscapes of the area, you can observe the process of extraction, styling and megatallado of the ashlar. It has the necessary infrastructure and tourist services such as interpretation workshops, with the presence of sillar cutters; information panel areas; tourist signage; parking lot; Purchase of handicrafts in sillar and rest areas. The sillar route is managed by the Sillar Cutters Network - Arequipa. It currently comprises a length of 2,000 meters, covering the quarries in operation of Añashuayco, Cortadores and the virgin quarry of Culebrillas.