{"id":50903,"date":"2026-08-15T09:17:28","date_gmt":"2026-08-15T14:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/?p=50903"},"modified":"2026-08-15T09:57:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-15T14:57:36","slug":"how-to-get-from-arequipa-to-puno-visiting-colca-canyon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/en\/how-to-get-from-arequipa-to-puno-visiting-colca-canyon\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get from Arequipa to Puno Visiting Colca Canyon?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traveling from Arequipa (2,325 m \/ 7,628 ft above sea level) to Puno (3,855 m \/ 12,647 ft above sea level) is one of the most popular routes in southern Peru. Instead of taking a direct 6-hour bus, the best alternative is booking a 2-day tour that connects both cities through the landscapes of the Colca Valley and Canyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-here-is-what-you-need-to-know\"><strong>Here is what you need to know:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 1: The 2-in-1 Logistics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Travelers often make the mistake of taking a round-trip tour (Arequipa\u2013Colca\u2013Arequipa) and then taking a separate bus to Puno. Doing this doubles your budget and wastes almost two days in transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-does-the-colca-puno-connection-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does the Colca \u2013 Puno connection work?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DAY 1:<\/strong> Arequipa \u2794 Salinas and Aguada Blanca \u2794 Patapampa (4,800 m) \u2794 Chivay \u2794 La Calera Thermal Baths<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DAY 2:<\/strong> Chivay \u2794 Cruz del C\u00f3ndor \u2794 Valley Towns \u2794 Lagunillas \u2794 Puno<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-travel-hack\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel hack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Travel with your luggage:<\/strong> Tourist transport carries all your luggage (allowing up to 20 kg \/ 44 lbs per person). You board in Arequipa and get off the next day in Puno, ready for the next leg of your trip (Lake Titicaca).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Zero backtracking:<\/strong> Instead of returning 4 hours back to Arequipa on the second day, the bus takes the high-Andean detour toward Puno after lunch in Chivay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the most of route stops:<\/strong> The final stretch to Puno is not a boring transfer; it includes strategic photo stops like the Lagunillas Viewpoint, a visual spectacle featuring high-altitude lagoons and flamingos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"409\" height=\"411\" data-id=\"50926\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Arequipa-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50926\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Arequipa-2.jpg 409w, https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Arequipa-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Arequipa-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Main square, Arequipa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"552\" height=\"414\" data-id=\"50921\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colca.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50921\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colca.jpg 552w, https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Colca-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colca Canyon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-part-2-altitude-and-weather\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 2: Altitude and Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that this route involves ascending quickly into the Andes Mountains. You will go from Arequipa&#8217;s 2,325 m to a maximum peak of 4,800 m (15,748 ft) at the Patapampa Viewpoint, spend the night in Chivay (3,600 m \/ 11,811 ft), and finish in Puno (3,855 m).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To enjoy the journey, take note of these tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Altitude Sickness (Soroche) Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The night before in Arequipa:<\/strong> Eat a light dinner (avoid red meat and heavy fats) and refrain from drinking alcohol.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>At the highest point (Patapampa &#8211; 4,800 m):<\/strong> The stop lasts about 15\u201320 minutes. Walk slowly, breathe deeply, and avoid sudden movements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key herbal teas:<\/strong> Coca tea gives you an energy boost, but mu\u00f1a (Andean mint) tea is the real hero for settling your stomach and easing dizziness. You can buy them in Chivay.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. What to Wear?<\/strong> Weather in the Andes is extreme and changes radically throughout the day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Midday in the Canyon:<\/strong> Bright sun and warm temperatures. You will need a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Late afternoon at the thermal baths:<\/strong> Keep your swimsuit and towel handy to relax in La Calera&#8217;s hot springs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Early morning and night (Chivay \/ Puno):<\/strong> Temperatures hover near or drop below 0 \u00b0C (32 \u00b0F). You need a warm jacket, a chullo (Andean beanie), and a windbreaker.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Cash Budget<\/strong> You must bring cash in Peruvian Soles (PEN) for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Colca Tourist Ticket (BTC):<\/strong> Mandatory entry fee paid at the valley checkpoint.(70 soles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Entrance to La Calera Thermal Baths.<\/strong>(15 soles)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lunches and dinners:<\/strong> There are buffet-style tourist restaurants in Chivay where you can choose your meals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"616\" height=\"408\" data-id=\"50916\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chivay.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chivay.jpg 616w, https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chivay-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chivay, Colca<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"413\" data-id=\"50911\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chivay-Colca-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50911\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chivay-Colca-2.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.ericadventures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chivay-Colca-2-300x202.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colca, Typhical dance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-is-it-worth-doing-it-this-way\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is it worth doing it this way?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Absolutely.<\/strong> It is the most efficient, scenic, and budget-friendly way to connect the &#8220;White City&#8221; with Peru&#8217;s folklore capital. You get to marvel at one of the world&#8217;s deepest canyons, witness the flight of the condor, and wake up at the gateway to Lake Titicaca while optimizing your travel time to the fullest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling from Arequipa (2,325 m \/ 7,628 ft above sea level) to Puno (3,855 m \/ 12,647 ft above sea [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":50911,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"advgb_blocks_editor_width":"","advgb_blocks_columns_visual_guide":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-50903","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-cusco"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v25.4 (Yoast SEO v27.7) - 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