2025 Caylloma Province Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Colca Canyon is another destination in Peru! It is a few hours away from Arequipa and the scenery is AMAZING 🌟 Join a 2-day trek to Colca Canyon! The trek offers a chance to explore the Andean culture and wildlife. The trek can be challenging, with steep descents and ascents, but the stunning views of the canyon, the Colca River, and the Andean mountains make it SO worth the effort. Along the way, you can spot the Andean Condor, the world's largest flying bird, and witness the traditional way of life of the local communities. Since the trek takes 2 days, I would highly suggest booking a tour through a tour operator you can find at the Plaza de Armas in Arequipa! #peru #Colcacanyon

| Take the photo of your life in the Andes! . In the peaceful Colca Valley, there are steaming volcanoes, vast meadows and off-the-beaten-path paths🌋 - Find a vacation, quit your job, go to the sparsely populated mountains, and find true freedom! - Hotel name: PUQIO Geographical location: Yanque sin numero, Yanque, Peru Free airport shuttle service is available - Highlights: PUQIO is located in the heart of the Colca Valley, close to nature! It redefines country charm and a relaxing getaway! The canvas tents harken back to a distant age of exploration, while the adobe houses blend harmoniously into the surrounding high desert landscape! - 【Equipment and Facilities】 From the hot tub to the bedding, every detail has been carefully designed to ensure a good night's sleep! 🦅 Here, I finally have time to slow down and rediscover the charm of simple life, whether it's picking up a pen to write or identifying the unique birdsong. - 【Special Food】 🍛 Dishes cooked in earth ovens and open fires have original Andean flavor and tradition. The taste of the land is the root of the dishes! 🍷 Ceramic pots sit over an open flame, steam from hearty stews billowing in the breeze. Handmade cornbread, fresh cheese, and a sip of chicha 🌽 The corn is harvested by local people themselves, and we use the freshest local agricultural products! - 【Accommodation Features】 The canvas tent accommodation brings back memories of childhood longings, while the outdoor shower and bathtub allow you to revive your tired muscles and reawaken your instinct to explore! There are three different room categories – Pirca, Carpa and Carpa Refugio⛰ Different ways to experience the valley and enjoy different views of the surrounding terrain, the views are simply amazing! - 【Explore the Valley】 Explore the Colca Valley beyond the canyon! Get off the beaten path, see bald eagles soaring in the sky, and get back to nature with the guidance of a naturalist and local expert! With a carefully selected fully customizable journey! Experiences include high-altitude hikes, exploring ancient plant wisdom with a natural herbalist, soaking in thermal spas, visiting the Andes’ finest weavers, and more. From a few hours to a full day of guided exploration, each experience is different!

| The volcanic white city of Arequipa - a guide to its popularity. 🎈Itinerary: Day 1 Colca Canyon Take a day trip with a local travel agency (about 70sol, canyon entrance fee and lunch are not included). Depart from your downtown Arequipa hotel at 3am and return to your hotel at 6pm. The itinerary includes: breakfast in Chivay town → Maca town (see the white church and take photos with cute alpacas) → Wayraq punkun viewpoint → Cruz del Condor (ticket price 70sol, enjoy the Colca Canyon and condors) → buffet lunch (38sol) → choose to go to hot springs at your own expense or rest on the spot → Andes Volcano Viewpoint → Wild Alpaca Reserve. The town is very lively at night, so be sure to visit the Plaza de Armas and the street shops. Day 2 First visit Santa Catalina Monastery (worth spending 2-3 hours to appreciate it slowly), then go to Plaza de Armas, have lunch, and then go to Yanahuara Viewpoint (overlooking Misti Volcano) for a romantic afternoon tea, watch the sunset and snow-capped mountains, and finally enjoy a delicious dinner. 🎈Personal feelings: 🌟Santa Karina Monastery: Highly recommended! This colorful city within a city is so photogenic! Tickets are 50sol and can be purchased on site. After entering, it is strongly recommended to spend 10sol to hire a tour guide to learn more about the history of the monastery and the purpose of each building. 🌟Colca Canyon: Maybe it was the weather, or maybe it was just the norm, the air was dusty and the scenery of the entire trip was a bit desolate and failed to bring a sense of surprise. Personally, I think a 1-day trip is enough and there is no need to choose a 2-day tour. 🌟 Plaza de Armas: The scenery of the square is different during the day and at night, and there are many cozy street shops around the square. If you have time, you must go shopping. 🌟Yanahuara Observation Deck: Although you can see the volcano from a distance, the scenery is really average. 🌟Museo Santuarios Andinos: Be sure to check the opening hours in advance, as it is only open until 2pm on Sundays. Because the monastery was so fascinating, I visited it twice that day and unfortunately missed the museum. 🎈Food recommendations: The space is limited, please see the next article for details🍲 🎈Other suggestions 💡Temperature: In early July, the temperature difference between morning and night in Arequipa is huge. It is warm and pleasant during the day, so wear a light coat and sunscreen; the temperature drops sharply at night, so you need to wear a down jacket. During the Colca Canyon trip, when we stopped in the town of Chivay for breakfast at 6 a.m., the temperature dropped to several degrees below zero, so be sure to keep warm. 💡Altitude sickness: Arequipa’s altitude is not high, and the overall feeling is comfortable. However, during the trip to Colca Canyon, you will pass through a mountainous area with an altitude of nearly 5,000 meters. In addition, the long car ride may cause altitude sickness, so remember to prepare appropriate medicine.