Condor Sighting in Chonta 2 Days / 1 Night

Condor Sighting in Chonta

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An incredible journey for adventurists, naturalists, photographers, or just travelers wanting an exploration of one of the native birds of Peru. On this tour you will experience the Apurimac canyon where you will observe the great Andean condors (Vultur gryphus). During this adventure you will see the condors soaring in all their splendor while enjoying amazing Andean scenery.

The condor in this part of the country, is the largest flying land bird. They have a wing span of around 3 meters and a body weight of 15 kg approximately. They can fly higher than 8,000 meters, so high they get lost to your sight.

In Andean cosmology, the condor is the messenger of the gods who also transports the souls of the departed into the spirit realms. The Apus or tutelary spirits may also appear to human beings in the form of a condor. To come in contact with this powerful animal is a deeply transformative experience that may impact your soul.

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Cusco
Moderate

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An unforgettable journey to the wild and wonderful Apurimac canyon where you will experience a majestic Andean condor sighting (vultur gryphus). See them soar in all their splendor to the backdrop of terrific Andean scenery.

The Andean condor is the largest flying land bird with a wing span of up to three meters or more, and a body weight of up to 15 kg. He may rise up to more than 8,000 m and become invisible to the naked eye.