Colca Canyon Trek
A 3-day trek into the world's second-deepest canyon south of Arequipa — condors, oasis camps, and stone villages.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Peru
- Country
- Latin America
- Biome
- High-Andes canyon (2,000–3,800 m)
- Best season
- May – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Desert Hiking
- Canyoneering
Key takeaways
- Biome: High-Andes canyon (2,000–3,800 m)
- Best season: May – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
Topic summary
A 3-day trek into the world's second-deepest canyon south of Arequipa — condors, oasis camps, and stone villages.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
High-Andes canyon (2,000–3,800 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Plan with verified data
Colca Canyon Trek trip tools
Popular pursuits at Colca Canyon Trek
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Desert Hiking
Water carries and heat management drive the plan.
- Canyoneering
Narrows, downclimbs, and flash-flood timing.
