Your Travel Experience with Bamba
Day 1
Pick up from your accommodations; from there we start the adventure to the Colca Canyon.
Set off from Arequipa and cruise through the mesmerizing Pampa Cañahuas National Reserve, where wild vicuñas, llamas, and sweeping grasslands provide classic Andean vistas. Sharp-eyed travelers might spot soaring eagles cutting elegant arcs over the landscape.
Climb to the Patapampa Pass (4,910 m/16,109 ft): the air is thin and the views are out-of-this-world, with volcanoes dotting the horizon and the silence only broken by the wind. Pause to soak in the grandeur—it’s a moment you won’t forget.
Descend into the picture-book Colca Valley, arriving in Yanque (3,500 m/11,482 ft). Here, Señora Hilda of Casa de la Bella Flor welcomes you into her rustic Andean home. Settle into a cozy private room, then immerse yourself in the flavors of local, home-cooked fare—every meal is prepared with heart, soul, and ancient tradition.
Join Señora Hilda for a gentle stroll to the nearby hot springs. Let your cares melt away in the mineral-rich waters, surrounded by misty peaks and the soothing burble of the Colca River. Savor the intimacy and authenticity of village life as the sun sets.
Day 2
Start your day in Yanque’s lively village plaza. Mingle with locals in traditional attire and enjoy an eye-popping Wititi dance performance, a vibrant, UNESCO-celebrated display of Colca Valley heritage.
Travel to the legendary Cruz del Condor viewpoint. Watch as colossal Andean condors ride the air currents, their wings spanning the sky. The canyon, plunging below, ranks among the world’s deepest, and is a view you’ll carry forever.
Wend your way along the rim of the mighty canyon past patchworks of ancient Inca terraces—still farmed today using time-honored methods. These sculpted landscapes speak to human ingenuity and perseverance amidst wild beauty. Photo stops offer unrivaled Andean panoramas.
After a quick stop in the lively town of Chivay, return to Arequipa, your heart and camera roll full. If you’re up for more, you can easily extend your journey on to Puno and Lake Titicaca.
As the sun dips behind the canyon walls and a patchwork of stars emerges above the quiet valley, you’ll sink into a sense of fulfilled wonder. Whether you’re unwinding in the peaceful embrace of Yanque’s village charm or reliving the thrill of condors gliding on high, your experiences today have blended the spectacular with the intimate. Let the warmth of Andean hospitality linger, knowing you’ve captured the true spirit of Colca—you depart not just with photographs, but with genuine memories and connections that last a lifetime.