Cabanaconde
A highland village in the deepest part of the canyon and the starting point for hiking down to the lower canyon, with good views of sunrise, sunset and terraces.
Cabanaconde lies about 12 km west of the Cruz del Cóndor at an altitude of about 3,290 meters. It is the main starting point for hiking down to the Colca Canyon floor, and lodging, mule drivers and guides are all concentrated here. The Mirador San Miguel at the village edge offers views of sunset and the full canyon, surrounded by layered terraces. It takes about 6 hours by bus from Arequipa, or you can join a two-day tour and leave the group after the Cruz del Cóndor. Cash is hard to come by in town, so bring plenty.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Sangalle Oasis
- Llahuar Hot Springs
- Tapay
- Fure Waterfall
- Cruz del Cóndor
- Colca Canyon
- Pinchollo & Hatun Infiernillo Geyser
- Madrigal & Chimpa Fortress