Colca Canyon
Deep canyon with Andean condors
Category

Hike

Price

$

Est. Duration

8+h

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Nicole Carter

Colca Canyon, located in southern Peru, is one of the deepest canyons in the world, with a depth ranging from 1000 to 2000 meters. Stretching about 70 kilometers, this colorful Andean valley is home to pre-Inca cultures and Spanish colonial towns still inhabited by locals. Visitors can marvel at the majestic Andean condors soaring past the canyon walls and relax in natural hot springs like La Calera. With its rich history, stunning landscapes, and unique wildlife, Colca Canyon offers a memorable experience for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

Activity level
Age requirement

10 and older

Seasonality

All seasons

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