Choquequirao 5 day Trek
5 days
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Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco - Capuliyoc - Santa Rosa
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
In the morning (7:00am) we will pick you up from your accommodation for the drive to the town of Cachora, and then on to Capuliyoc where we will have a panoramic view of the Apurimac valley and meet our horses and horsemen to begin our trek. The first day is majority downhill, we will stop in Chiquisqa for lunch before crossing over the river and heading uphill for a couple of hours to our camping spot for the night at Santa Rosa. Toilet and cold water shower available at the campsite.
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at Santa Rosa
Day 2: Santa Rosa to Choquequirao
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
After breakfast, with fresh legs we will start a challenging climb uphill which then flattens out to a gentler climb at Maranpata (2850m), where we will be able to look back on how far we have come and appreciate the vegetation and views along the trail. There is no rush today and we can relax after lunch. Toilets and cold water shower available at the campsite.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at the Choquequirao campsite
Day 3: Choquequirao tour with visit to Llama wall
Stop At: Choquequirao, Peru
Guided tour of the Choquequirao archaeological site, including a visit to the more recently discovered llama wall on the opposite side. You will marvel at the steep terraces which are still being revealed by archaeologists, and you’ll have free time to explore further. Toilets and cold water shower available at the campsite.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at the Choquequirao campsite
Day 4: Choquequirao -Chiquisqa
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
After breakfast we will start our descent back down into the canyon to Santa Rosa where we will have lunch, and cross back over the river to Playa Rosalina. The last part of the day will be an ascent to the town of Chiquisqa where we will camp (toilet and cold water shower available).
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at Chiquisqa
Day 5: Chiquisqa - Cusco
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
After a fortifying final breakfast, we depart Chiquisqa early to avoid the strength of the sun and walk uphill to Capuliyoc where we will arrive around midday. While walking, we can appreciate the native flora and fauna, as well as the stunning views of snowcapped peaks and the impressive Apurimac canyon (and pat yourself on the back for completing this challenging hike!). After lunch we will drive back to the city of Cusco, arriving in the afternoon to your accommodation.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Cusco - Capuliyoc - Santa Rosa
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
In the morning (7:00am) we will pick you up from your accommodation for the drive to the town of Cachora, and then on to Capuliyoc where we will have a panoramic view of the Apurimac valley and meet our horses and horsemen to begin our trek. The first day is majority downhill, we will stop in Chiquisqa for lunch before crossing over the river and heading uphill for a couple of hours to our camping spot for the night at Santa Rosa. Toilet and cold water shower available at the campsite.
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at Santa Rosa
Day 2: Santa Rosa to Choquequirao
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
After breakfast, with fresh legs we will start a challenging climb uphill which then flattens out to a gentler climb at Maranpata (2850m), where we will be able to look back on how far we have come and appreciate the vegetation and views along the trail. There is no rush today and we can relax after lunch. Toilets and cold water shower available at the campsite.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at the Choquequirao campsite
Day 3: Choquequirao tour with visit to Llama wall
Stop At: Choquequirao, Peru
Guided tour of the Choquequirao archaeological site, including a visit to the more recently discovered llama wall on the opposite side. You will marvel at the steep terraces which are still being revealed by archaeologists, and you’ll have free time to explore further. Toilets and cold water shower available at the campsite.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at the Choquequirao campsite
Day 4: Choquequirao -Chiquisqa
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
After breakfast we will start our descent back down into the canyon to Santa Rosa where we will have lunch, and cross back over the river to Playa Rosalina. The last part of the day will be an ascent to the town of Chiquisqa where we will camp (toilet and cold water shower available).
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at Chiquisqa
Day 5: Chiquisqa - Cusco
Pass By: Choquequirao, Peru
After a fortifying final breakfast, we depart Chiquisqa early to avoid the strength of the sun and walk uphill to Capuliyoc where we will arrive around midday. While walking, we can appreciate the native flora and fauna, as well as the stunning views of snowcapped peaks and the impressive Apurimac canyon (and pat yourself on the back for completing this challenging hike!). After lunch we will drive back to the city of Cusco, arriving in the afternoon to your accommodation.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 4x Breakfast
- 4x Dinner
- 5x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 4 nights
- Private transportation
- Choquequirao entrance fee
- Camping and cooking equipment
- Mules and horsemen
- Cook
- Some snacks and boiled water
- Inflatable mattress
- Entry/Admission - Choquequirao
Not included
- Walking sticks
- Sleeping bag
- Breakfast on Day 1, Dinner on Day 5
- Tips (optional)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- Not recommended for people with bad knees or who have not been very physical active
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
70%
Cultural
45%
Sport
20%
Aquatic
15%
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