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Chonta Condor Canyon Tour: Andean Condors Over the Apurímac Canyon

Hike to the Chonta viewpoint to watch condors soar over one of the deepest canyons in Peru, and visit the Inca sites of Killarumiyuq and Tarawasi. Box lunch, entrances and guide included. From USD 40.

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Condors, Canyon and Inca Sites

Chonta Condor Canyon Tour: Condors Over the Apurímac

The Chonta Condor Canyon Tour takes you to the Chonta viewpoint to watch Andean condors soar over the deep Apurímac Canyon, on a quiet and authentic side of the Andes, away from the crowded routes.

On the way you visit two lesser-known Inca sites, Killarumiyuq, the ceremonial “Moonstone” site, and Tarawasi, and the rural community of Chonta. An easy hike of about 3 hours in total, with box lunch, all entrance fees and a guide included.

Duration7:00 AM–8:00 PM
HikeAbout 3 hours total
GroupMax. 10
DifficultyEasy to moderate

Condor Viewpoint

Watch condors over the Apurímac Canyon.

Killarumiyuq

A ceremonial Inca site known as the Moonstone.

Tarawasi

An Inca complex at 2,675 m.

Chonta Community

A rural Andean village, off the tourist trail.

Read the full Chonta Condor Canyon Tour description

We pick you up at your hotel in Cusco around 7:00 AM and drive to Ancahuasi to visit Killarumiyuq, then to the Inca site of Tarawasi and the community of Chonta.

From Chonta, we hike about 1.5 hours to the condor viewpoint over the Apurímac Canyon and 1.5 hours back, with a box lunch, before returning to Cusco between 7:00 and 8:00 PM. Condor sightings can’t be guaranteed.

Want to go deeper into the Apurímac Canyon? Discover the Choquequirao Trek 4 Days. More day hikes: the Humantay Lake Full Day Tour.

Private Chonta Condor Canyon Tour

Enjoy the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour at your own pace with a private tour for you, your family or friends: flexible departure times, a personalized itinerary and a private guide. Send us your preferred date and group size for a custom quote.

Special Price for Returning Customers

Have you traveled with Machu Picchu Team before? Contact us before booking to receive a special returning-customer rate for the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour, subject to verification of your previous booking.

Availability & Booking

Online Booking and Availability

The Chonta Condor Canyon Tour runs every day of the year, subject to weather and road conditions. Short-notice bookings are possible when space is available.

01

Click BOOK NOW and choose your date.

02

Enter your details and pay securely online.

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Receive your confirmation with your pickup time.

DeparturesDaily, all year
Hotel pickupAbout 7:00 AM, Cusco
Back in Cusco7:00–8:00 PM

Questions? 💬 WhatsApp +51 974 217 700  ·  📧 info@machupicchuteam.com

Highlights

Why You’ll Love the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour

Nine reasons to watch condors with Machu Picchu Team.

  • ✓Andean Condors
    Watch them soar over the Apurímac Canyon.
  • ✓Chonta Viewpoint
    Panoramic views over one of Peru’s deepest canyons.
  • ✓Killarumiyuq
    A ceremonial Inca site, the “Moonstone.”
  • ✓Tarawasi
    A lesser-known Inca complex.
  • ✓Chonta Community
    Rural Andean life, away from the crowds.
  • ✓Easy Hike
    About 3 hours in total, mostly gradual.
  • ✓All Entrances Included
    Killarumiyuq, Tarawasi and the viewpoint.
  • ✓Box Lunch
    Included during the hike.
  • ✓Small Groups
    Maximum 10 travelers.
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100% full payment required for this 1-day tour.
Total for 1 travelers USD $40.00 40.00

Duration FULL DAY TOUR
Group size Max: 10 People
Departures Daily departures
Physical level Easy
Trip style Combined Activities
Meals 1 B, 1 L, 0 D
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5.0 Excellent · 2,725 reviews

"Une superbe expérience ! L’équipe est au top, une superbe ambiance un tracé magnifiqu..."

Bouhet M 28/09/2026

"Just finished 4 days with Yuri & Jose, they were both amazing, super helpful and attent..."

BoardingPass605159 28/09/2026

"Great experience, an unforgettable adventure all thanks to Eduardo and Marx. Big thank ..."

Kristina K 27/09/2026

"Eduardo is the best guide! Really tailored our experience around our pace and flexibili..."

Zak L 27/09/2026

"This experience was amazing. The guys are really nice and the landscapes seems like AI...."

Jose Alejandro Navarro 27/09/2026

"I had such a great time on this guided tour! Everything was really well organised, and ..."

Mihai 26/09/2026

"Incredible, a very polite and attentive person, he knows a lot about the mountain, a to..."

Renato C 26/09/2026

"Steven and Deybi were excellent tour guides! 5/5 experience. They were friendly, warm, ..."

Jon L 25/09/2026

"Nothing to say about the trek itself. The landscapes are magnificent and the organizati..."

lara j 25/09/2026

"The trek is magnificent, the landscapes are breathtaking, and the organization is decen..."

nuno29 25/09/2026

Hike to the Chonta viewpoint to watch condors soar over one of the deepest canyons in Peru, and visit the Inca sites of Killarumiyuq and Tarawasi. Box lunch, entrances and guide included. From USD 40.

Condors, Canyon and Inca Sites

Chonta Condor Canyon Tour: Condors Over the Apurímac

The Chonta Condor Canyon Tour takes you to the Chonta viewpoint to watch Andean condors soar over the deep Apurímac Canyon, on a quiet and authentic side of the Andes, away from the crowded routes.

On the way you visit two lesser-known Inca sites, Killarumiyuq, the ceremonial “Moonstone” site, and Tarawasi, and the rural community of Chonta. An easy hike of about 3 hours in total, with box lunch, all entrance fees and a guide included.

Duration7:00 AM–8:00 PM
HikeAbout 3 hours total
GroupMax. 10
DifficultyEasy to moderate

Condor Viewpoint

Watch condors over the Apurímac Canyon.

Killarumiyuq

A ceremonial Inca site known as the Moonstone.

Tarawasi

An Inca complex at 2,675 m.

Chonta Community

A rural Andean village, off the tourist trail.

Read the full Chonta Condor Canyon Tour description

We pick you up at your hotel in Cusco around 7:00 AM and drive to Ancahuasi to visit Killarumiyuq, then to the Inca site of Tarawasi and the community of Chonta.

From Chonta, we hike about 1.5 hours to the condor viewpoint over the Apurímac Canyon and 1.5 hours back, with a box lunch, before returning to Cusco between 7:00 and 8:00 PM. Condor sightings can’t be guaranteed.

Want to go deeper into the Apurímac Canyon? Discover the Choquequirao Trek 4 Days. More day hikes: the Humantay Lake Full Day Tour.

Private Chonta Condor Canyon Tour

Enjoy the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour at your own pace with a private tour for you, your family or friends: flexible departure times, a personalized itinerary and a private guide. Send us your preferred date and group size for a custom quote.

Special Price for Returning Customers

Have you traveled with Machu Picchu Team before? Contact us before booking to receive a special returning-customer rate for the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour, subject to verification of your previous booking.

Availability & Booking

Online Booking and Availability

The Chonta Condor Canyon Tour runs every day of the year, subject to weather and road conditions. Short-notice bookings are possible when space is available.

01

Click BOOK NOW and choose your date.

02

Enter your details and pay securely online.

03

Receive your confirmation with your pickup time.

DeparturesDaily, all year
Hotel pickupAbout 7:00 AM, Cusco
Back in Cusco7:00–8:00 PM

Questions? 💬 WhatsApp +51 974 217 700  ·  📧 info@machupicchuteam.com

Highlights

Why You’ll Love the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour

Nine reasons to watch condors with Machu Picchu Team.

  • ✓Andean Condors
    Watch them soar over the Apurímac Canyon.
  • ✓Chonta Viewpoint
    Panoramic views over one of Peru’s deepest canyons.
  • ✓Killarumiyuq
    A ceremonial Inca site, the “Moonstone.”
  • ✓Tarawasi
    A lesser-known Inca complex.
  • ✓Chonta Community
    Rural Andean life, away from the crowds.
  • ✓Easy Hike
    About 3 hours in total, mostly gradual.
  • ✓All Entrances Included
    Killarumiyuq, Tarawasi and the viewpoint.
  • ✓Box Lunch
    Included during the hike.
  • ✓Small Groups
    Maximum 10 travelers.

Trip itinerary

Cusco → Ancahuasi → Killarumiyuq → Tarawasi → Chonta → Condor Viewpoint → Cusco

Your Chonta Condor Canyon Tour starts with pickup at your hotel in Cusco around 7:00 AM. We drive to Ancahuasi to visit Killarumiyuq (3,650 m), a ceremonial Inca site linked to the Moonstone, and continue 30–40 minutes to the Inca complex of Tarawasi (2,675 m).

About 45 minutes later we reach the community of Chonta and hike about 1.5 hours, mostly gradually, to the condor viewpoint over the Apurímac Canyon, with time to watch the condors and enjoy a box lunch.

We hike back about 1.5 hours to Chonta and drive back to Cusco, arriving between 7:00 and 8:00 PM.

DifficultyEasy to moderate
HikeAbout 3 h total
Highest point3,650 m
Back7:00–8:00 PM

Good to know: Bring binoculars for the condors, at least 1.5 liters of water and sun protection. Have breakfast before pickup.

Included Today

  • ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✓Tourist transport
  • ✓Box lunch
  • ✓All entrance fees
  • ✓Guide, first aid and oxygen

Drop-off

At your hotel in Cusco.

What is included

Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

In Cusco, around 7:00 AM.

Round-Trip Tourist Transport

Cusco – Chonta – Cusco.

Professional Guide

English-speaking.

Box Lunch

During the tour.

All Entrance Fees

Killarumiyuq, Tarawasi and the condor viewpoint.

Safety Equipment

First aid kit and emergency oxygen.

Free Luggage Storage

In Cusco.

Breakfast

Have it before your 7:00 AM pickup.

Extra Drinks and Snacks

Not included.

Travel Insurance

Recommended.

Tips and Personal Expenses

Optional.

Chonta Condor Canyon Packing List: What to Bring

On the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour bring binoculars for the condors, plenty of water and good sun protection.

Clothing and Footwear
  • ✓Trekking shoes with good grip
  • ✓Comfortable hiking pants
  • ✓Extra layers for the morning and evening
  • ✓Rain jacket or poncho
  • ✓Sun hat and sunglasses
In Your Backpack
  • ✓Binoculars for the condors
  • ✓At least 1.5 liters of water and snacks
  • ✓High-SPF sunscreen and lip balm
  • ✓Insect repellent
  • ✓Camera and power bank
  • ✓Personal medication
  • ✓Passport or ID
  • ✓Cash in soles

Prices and options

Official Rates & Pricing Plans

* All rates are in USD per person
Rate OptionPrice per person
STANDARD Standard Price $45 USD
PROMO Promotional Price $40 USD

2026 & 2027 prices: the rates above are valid for bookings with travel dates in 2026 and 2027.

Chonta Condor Canyon Tour: Standard or Promotional Price?

The Chonta Condor Canyon Tour includes the same services at both rates. The promotional price is our thank-you to travelers who also explore Peru with us.

Standard

Standard Price

For all travelers who book this tour on its own.

Best for: nature lovers who want to watch Andean condors over one of the deepest canyons in Peru.

Promo

Promotional Price

For travelers who also book another tour with Machu Picchu Team, or who have traveled with us before.

How to get it: mention your other Machu Picchu Team booking when you reserve this tour.

Your day

Chonta Condor Canyon

  • Hotel pickup in Cusco around 7:00 am
  • Killarumiyuq, an Inca ceremonial site linked to the worship of the Moon
  • Tarawasi, an Inca archaeological complex
  • Box lunch in the community of Chonta
  • 1.5-hour hike to the condor viewpoint over the Apurímac Canyon, and 1.5 hours back
  • Back in Cusco between 7:00 and 8:00 pm
Included

What Your Price Covers

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cusco
  • Round-trip tourist transport
  • Entrance fees to Killarumiyuq, Tarawasi and the condor viewpoint
  • Box lunch in Chonta
  • Professional guide
  • First aid kit, emergency oxygen and free luggage storage in Cusco

Entrances included: all your tickets are part of the price. Watch the Andean condors soar over the Apurímac Canyon. Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Not included: breakfast (have it before your 7:00 am pickup), extra drinks and snacks, and tips.

Easy hike: about 3 hours of walking in total, mostly gradual. Wear good walking shoes and bring sunscreen, a hat and a light jacket.

Off the beaten path: two Inca sites, a rural Andean community and the condors of Apurímac, in a full day away from the crowds.

Group Size

Small groups with a maximum of 10 travelers.

Book solo, as a couple or with friends: you’ll join travelers from around the world who booked the same date.

Daily Departures

We depart every day of the year, subject to weather and road conditions.

Short-notice bookings are possible when there is space.

Cancellation Policy

Send your cancellation in writing to Machu Picchu Team by email or WhatsApp.

Your refund depends on how far in advance you cancel and on costs already paid to local suppliers.

Travel information

Booking Guide

How to Book the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour

Book online in a few minutes. Our reservations team reviews your details and sends your confirmation.

Option 1

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Pay securely by debit or credit card.

Option 2

Contact Us

By WhatsApp or email, for questions or last-minute bookings.

Book Online in 4 Easy Steps

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Click BOOK NOW

Choose your travel date.

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Enter your details

Passenger information and your hotel in Cusco.

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Pay securely

100% payment online.

04

Receive your confirmation

With your exact pickup time.

Chonta Condor Canyon Tour Booking Policy

1. Full Payment

As a one-day tour, 100% payment is required to confirm your booking.

2. Cancellation Policy

Send your cancellation in writing by email or WhatsApp. Your refund depends on how far in advance you cancel and on costs already paid to local suppliers.

3. Wildlife

Condor sightings can’t be guaranteed, as they depend on weather and natural behavior.

4. Itinerary Changes

Reasonable changes may be made for safety or logistics.

FAQs

Chonta Condor Canyon Tour: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Will I see condors on the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour?

There is a good chance, but sightings can’t be guaranteed, as they depend on weather and natural behavior.

2. How hard is the hike?

Easy to moderate: about 1.5 hours each way, mostly gradual, on uneven and dusty paths.

3. Which sites do we visit?

The Inca sites of Killarumiyuq and Tarawasi, the community of Chonta and the condor viewpoint.

4. Are entrance fees included?

Yes, all entrances are included in the price.

5. What should I bring?

Binoculars, at least 1.5 liters of water, sun protection, a rain jacket and trekking shoes.

6. What time do we return?

Between 7:00 and 8:00 PM.

Why choose Machupicchu Team

The Machu Picchu Team Difference

Why Book the Chonta Condor Canyon Tour with Machu Picchu Team?

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Off the Beaten Path

A quiet and authentic side of the Andes.

02

All Entrances Included

No extra fees on the day.

03

Small Groups

Maximum 10 travelers.

04

Local Cusco Operator

A team based in Cusco that runs your tour directly.

Traveler Reviews

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Read recent experiences from travelers who booked with our local team and shared how the service, organization, and on-trip support felt in real situations. These reviews help future passengers understand what to expect before choosing their tour.

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Charlotte Sou

28/09/2026
Google

Nous avons passé 5 jours avec Omar pour le Salkantay trek et c’était super ! La qualité des logements, des repas et l’accompagnement lors du trek était parfait ! Petit point négatif sur le dernier hôtel et dernier restaurant à Aguas Calientes très mal notés et certains ont eu des puces de lit, à changer car pas du tout hygiénique.En tout cas merci beaucoup à Omar pour cette aventure, sa gentillesse et sa bonne humeur !

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Anton Hoffstadt

28/09/2026
Google

We did the 5 day Salkantay Trek with Machu Picchu Team. Our guide Amoroso was the best. Super chill guy, very fun to be around and he just made the whole Salkantay experience feel complete. Overall good experience and organisation by Machu Picchu Team, would recommend.

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Lea Jungmann

28/09/2026
Google

We did the 5 days salkantay trek. Our guide Amoroso was the best. He was really patient with us and made this experience unforgettable!! He explained everything really well and made us feel included even if we were always last. The trek was amazing but be prepared for night one to be really really cold. We can only recommend doing this trek with Machu Picchu Team.

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BoardingPass605159

28/09/2026
Tripadvisor

Just finished 4 days with Yuri & Jose, they were both amazing, super helpful and attentive. Thank you to the kitchen staff as well! Definitely a challenge, but in the end it all worth it!

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Bouhet M

28/09/2026
Tripadvisor

Une superbe expérience ! L’équipe est au top, une superbe ambiance un tracé magnifique avec des paysages très variés. Tout est bien rôdé, transport, repas, couchage. On mange très bien et en quantité ! Par contre prévoyez de quoi manger pendant la randonnée ce n’est pas inclus. Pour moi c’est la meilleure façon pour se rendre au Machu Picchu en passant par le col du Salkantay et en montant le dernier jour par les marches du chemin de l’Inca. Un petit bémol sur la transparence du prix annoncé , ce trip se veut all inclusive, en réalité ce n’est pas le cas. Certains frais imprévus viennent s’ajouter tout au long des 5 jours ( frais supplémentaires pour les activités, taxe pour certains passages de pont ou col, Tips un peu forcé ). Ce ne sont pas des gros frais mais au cumulé ça représente aux alentours de 300 soles. Je trouve personnellement que l’organisme ferai mieux d’intégrer ces frais dans le prix de leur expérience car on a vraiment la sensation d’être mis sur le fait accompli. Prévoyez des gourdes filtrantes car les bouteilles d’eau sur place sont vendus à prix d’or !

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