Colca Valley full-day tour: viewpoints, hot springs & wildlife

Watch the valley unfold from a high altitude, then warm up in the thermal baths

A full-day tour of Colca Valley takes you to the highest viewpoints to see herds of alpacas, llamas and wild birds in their habitat, then down to natural hot springs for a soak. The guide speaks English or Spanish, pickup is included, and you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle. Continental breakfast is provided; entry to the valley and lunch are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Colca Valley and wildlife

• Visit highest point at 4,910msnm
• Observe wild birds in bofedales de Tocra
• See herds of alpacas and llamas

The Experience

Thirteen to fourteen hours in the valley means you start early and move through the landscape at a pace that lets the geography sink in. The route climbs to the bofedales de Tocra at 4,910 meters above sea level—the highest point of the day—where the air thins and the herds of alpacas and llamas graze among wild birds. This is where the scale of the place becomes real: the valley walls drop thousands of meters, and the small towns and colonial churches below look like they belong to a different world altogether.

After the high viewpoints, the tour descends to the natural hot springs. The thermal baths let you step out of the vehicle and into warm water fed by the earth itself, a shift from the thin air and open views above. The guide handles the route and the timing; you move through the stops without arranging transport or figuring out which viewpoint matters most.

An air-conditioned vehicle keeps the long day manageable as the altitude and the road demand it. Continental breakfast is included; you'll want to bring or budget for lunch separately. Service animals are welcome, and infants can travel in a pram or on an adult's lap.

What’s included

• Live guide in English or Spanish.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
• pickup from your location.
• continental breakfast.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by A Y C ADVENTURE

Is this one for you?This is a shared tour with a guide managing the route and the stops, which works well if you want the high viewpoints and the thermal baths without building the day yourself or driving at altitude. If you prefer to move at your own pace or travel with only your group, a private option would suit you better.

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Top questions

What animals will I see at the highest viewpoint in Colca Valley?

At the bofedales de Tocra at 4,910 meters, you'll see herds of alpacas and llamas grazing alongside a diversity of wild birds native to the high altitude.

How long does the Colca Valley full-day tour take?

The tour runs 13 to 14 hours, starting early to cover the high viewpoints and the thermal baths with time at each stop.

Is lunch included in the Colca Valley tour?

Lunch is not included; continental breakfast is provided, and you'll need to budget for or bring lunch for the day.

Will I need to arrange my own transportation to the tour?

Pickup is included, and you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day, so transport is handled for you.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English or Spanish, and you can choose which language you prefer when you book.