The Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon, located in Southern Peru is one of the deepest canyons in the world at 10,725 ft and runs over 100 kilometres.

Twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, the walls are dotted with pre-Inca and Inca agricultural terraces, some of which are still in use today. Volcanoes dominate in the background and the Colca River flows through the heart of the valley.

An abundance of nature is found throughout the Colca Canyon, including the Andean Condor. The Colca Canyon is a land of awe-inspiring vistas which remains as yet relatively undiscovered by tourism.


	Events Calendar Every Day Cruz del Condor - Visit the Cruz del Condor, and watch the awe-inspiring Andean Condors rise on the warm early morning air currents. 21st June 2009 Anniversary of Chivay - The village of Chivay celebrates its anniversary with locals partaking in traditional dancing and festivities. 1st August 2009 Anniversary of Arequipa - The celebration to mark the founding of the beautiful Cuidad Blanca, or the 'white city'.

	Las Casitas del Colca
	Nestled on the bank of the Colca River are twenty luxurious casitas each with private plunge pool. more »

	Spa Samay
	A calming spa inspired by the Inca world, offering treatments based on indigenous products. more »

	The Restaurant
	A unique open-plan restaurant, where much of the food served is grown on the farm surrounding the property. more »

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Language: Spanish, Quechua

Currency: Nuevo Sol

Climate: The climate is dry. Early mornings can be cold with the air warming as the day progresses. At night the temperature is dependent on the sky, clear skies bring cold weather and cloud will bring cool weather. The rainy season is from December to March.

Places to visit: Arequipa, Cruz del Condor (where the Andean Condors can be seen), Coporaque, the Uyu Uyu ruins, Yanque and Chivay.

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