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Peru Country Guide
Ancient mysteries & dreamy landscapes…This is Peru.
Measuring around 3,300 metres at its deepest point, the impressive Cola Canyon is twice as deep as the world-famous Grand Canyon - and with views that rank very near the top of Peru's mind-blowing list of natural landscapes, hiking into the depths is a memorable experience. But worry not: even if you’re not the trekking type, there are plenty of other ways to get involved. Go on a horseback ride through terraced farmlands on the rim, head to the famous lookout spot and look for the majestic Andean condor, mountain bike along the crags, or just revel in the views as you soak in a natural hot spring overlooking the roaring river.
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The second deepest in the world, Colca Canyon is an adventure in itself. All you'll want to do is explore, whether that's trekking until you drop (preferably at one of the incredible viewpoints), or discovering trails of your own on horseback or mountain bike, all the while keeping your ears pricked for the call of an Andean condor. Get to know the people who call this region home, perhaps even sharing lunch and listening to their fascinating stories. And after all that, a soak in the thermal springs is just the ticket.
The sweeping views truly rival those of Machu Picchu and you won’t be dodging crowds to get that perfect Insta-shot. Spotting condors against the beautiful blue skies never gets old either.
If you're feeling daring, it's possible to trek the Colca Canyon by yourself, sans guide. Make sure you read up carefully on the routes available, pack everything you need and prepare mind and body. An adventure to remember, coming up!
Visiting the Colca Canyon on a day-trip from Arequipa is bound to fall short. With all the incredible hotels on offer, don't miss the chance to spend a couple of days in this Andean paradise, even if trekking isn't your thing...
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