Coporaque lies at the foot of the Colca Canyon, which is twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in the US. Reaching a depth of almost 4,000m at one point. The canyon is home to the Andean Condor, which has a wingspan of approx 3m. We travelled to a peak of about 4,000m to catch a glimse of one of these magnificent birds, the worlds largest flying bird soaring in the thermals.
After a half hour wait were we graced with the presence of one of these birds, sending tourists running to and nearly over the canyon edge.
The canyon and surrounding valleys are lined with Inca terraces which are still farmed by the local communities, different crops are grown at differnt heights, each terrace with its own slightly different micro climate.
Taking some time out to relax at the hotel I had a run in with Manci the pet llama who didnt take well to me sun bathing on his lawn and quickly chased me off before trying to tip Shelley out of the hammock, according to the gardener he just wanted to play. We continued our relaxing afternoon at a local thermal spa which although in the middle of knowhere was guarded by the army.
Highlights: Soaring condors and amazing examples of Inca terraces
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