Located in the middle of the canyon, on the banks of the Colca River, and surrounded by traditional farming terraces Colca Lodge takes inspiration from Inca architecture to provide a luxurious retreat, especially for families. Constructed entirely of stone, mud bricks and thatched roofs the hotel offers a range of multi-day treks and three thermal hot springs built with the explicit goal of not interfering with the natural environment. Water is taken from volcanic sources and feeds into rustic stone pools, a haven for children after a day exploring a valley twice as deep as the Grand Canyon.