The lush vegetation covers one of the deepest and most astonishing canyons on the planet: the Colca Canyon, an imposing place where the condors of the Colca Canyon reign, absolute lords of these blue skies. Like true monarchs, condors are often elusive and do not always allow themselves to be seen easily; but, suddenly, they emerge majestically, soaring very close with their enormous wings.
On other occasions, they are barely distinguished as a distant dot over the mountains. Even so, every morning, numerous travelers visit the Colca Canyon Peru, waiting with their cameras ready and contained excitement, hoping to spot the imposing Colca Canyon condor.
In addition to being a refuge for the emblematic Andean condor, this magnificent place has been included in the list of the 100 Sustainable Destinations in the World, a recognition that fills Arequipa and the rest of Peru with pride. This certification, granted by the prestigious organization Global Destination, highlights not only the beauty of the area, but also the sustainable tourism that is developed in the region.
The organization emphasizes that the Colca Valley, where the canyon is located, is a territory dedicated to preserving and valuing both its cultural identity and its extraordinary natural diversity. Since 1995, thanks to its impressive landscapes, the depth of the canyon, and being an essential habitat for condors, tourism has been promoted in this valley.
The Colca Canyon shares its place on this prestigious list alongside world-renowned destinations such as the Galapagos Islands (Ecuador), the city of Kyoto (Japan), the town of Vail (United States), and the island of Saba (Netherlands).
For his part, Winder Anconeira, manager of the Autonomous Authority of Colca (Autocolca), indicated that this award will allow Arequipa's canyon to be further positioned in the international tourism market. He also congratulated the Collagua and Cabana communities for preserving the rich cultural manifestations of the place, promoting experiential tourism together with local tour operators, to offer an authentic experience in the heart of the Colca Valley.
The Colca Canyon is located in southern Peru, in the Arequipa region, approximately 160 kilometers from the city, in the heart of the Colca Valley. This impressive place, famous for being one of the deepest canyons in the world, extends for more than 100 kilometers, surrounded by mountains and traditional towns.
The Colca Canyon reaches a depth of 4,160 meters, making it one of the deepest places in the world. It was formed by the erosion of volcanic rock caused by the Colca River along a fault line in the earth's crust. In addition, it is located near the Valley of the Volcanoes, which is made up of approximately 40 volcanoes, making it a geologically active area.
Such as Pinchollo, Maca, Achoma, Cabanaconde, Coporaque, Yanque and other picturesque towns, where you can practice experiential tourism, horseback riding, trekking in the surroundings, cycling, adventure sports and see the beautiful nature and fauna of the place.
The Colca Canyon is the perfect place to see one of the most representative birds of biodiversity in our country, the Andean condor. You can watch their flight from the Cruz del Cóndor viewpoint and marvel at the size of these birds as well as the impressive views of the surrounding mountains.
2 km from the Yanque district, you can find the Chacapi Hot Springs, where you can rest and relax in its pools with waters that reach up to 50 degrees Celsius and that have healing properties for rheumatic diseases and muscle pain.
One way to get to know this destination and appreciate its beautiful nature is by taking several-hour walks through different towns. The beautiful hiking routes include stays in some of the towns such as Yanque or Sangalle. An unmissable experience on your luxury holiday to arequipa & the colca canyon!
The price of the tourist ticket for the Colca Canyon, Salinas, Aguada Blanca and Valley of the Volcanoes tourist circuit depends on the age and nationality of the tourists:
Now you know! Go packing your suitcase, because it is worth visiting the Colca Canyon, which has already won three international awards. The first award was obtained thanks to the wititi, the traditional dance of the valley, which was named intangible heritage of humanity, and the second distinction was obtained by being recognized as a geopark. Both awarded by UNESCO.
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