4D/3N trek to Choquequirao
Description of Choquequirao: Choquequirao (3,085 m) is situated amongst the spurs of the Salkantay Mountain Range in the Province La Convencion in the Region Cusco above the Valley of the river of Apurimac. The entire complex encompasses 1,800 hectares of which 30-40% is uncovered. The typical Inca terraces form the largest constructions on site. A temple, some administrative buildings and the living quarters of the aristocrats are situated around the central square. On the outskirts of the site lie the living quarters of the common people grouped together in a small village. There are numerous water channels, aqueducts and water springs. Most of the buildings are well-preserved and well-restored Restoration is still continuing.
Day 1: Cusco – Cachora – Chiquisca: The bus will pick us up at the hotel at 5:30 a.m. to begin our journey to the village of Cachora. During our journey we will stop a moment to observe the archaeological remains of Tarawasi from the bus, continuing thereafter towards the Cunyac Bridge between the departments of Cusco and Apurimac. Next we will travel through the district of Curawasi and Saywite, arriving at Cachora at 10 a.m. approximately. We will begin our trek from this area, along sloping path leading to the pass of Capuliyoc (2800 m.a.s.l) where we will stop for lunch after a two-hour walk. Then we will continue our journey to the town of Chiquisca (1930 m.a.s.l). The whole course to Chiquisca is downward and the landscape is awesome and the weather is warm. Our first camp will be setup here. This is a three-hour walk.(Breakfast ,Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Chiquisca – Playa Rosalina - Sunchupata. After breakfast (5:00 am), we will continue our walk towards Playa Rosalina (1550 m.a.s.l), followed by an early climb up the hill towards Santa Rosa (2100 m.a.s.l) where we stop for lunch. This course is the hardest and we will take three hours after which we will climb up to the Maranpata (2850 m.a.s.l) that is an easier climb. During our journey we will observe the vegetation existing in the area. Later, we will journey along a straight section towards Sunchupata where will camp. Trekking time is two hours. It is a one hour journey from this spot to Choquequirao. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.)
Day 3: Sunchupata – Choquequirao – Chiquisca.- Very early and after breakfast (5:00 am) we travel towards Choquequirao, which is a one-hour walk to see the sunrise at Choquequirao and where we will remain for three hours in the company of a guide who will provide you with all the details about this important Inca refuge. At the scheduled time, we will begin our return to Sunchupata, descending to Santa Rosa, where we stop for lunch. Thereafter we continue descending to Playa Rosalina that takes about an hour. Upon our arrival at Rosalina we will continue our journey to the village of Chiquisca, two hours away from Rosalina, where we will spend the night. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4:Chiquisqa – Capuliyoc – Cachora.- A hearty breakfast shall be served in Chiquisca (06:00 am) after which we will return along the same route to Cachora which is the slope we descended on the first day and which is a smoother climb of two hours until we reach the pass of Capuliyoc. From here, it takes another two hours to reach the village of Cachora along a smoother route, arriving at 12:00 am approximately. During our journey we will observe the exotic flora and fauna as well as sights of majestic snowcapped peaks and the impressive canyon of the Apurimac. In the afternoon we will travel to the medicinal thermal baths of Qonoq where we will remain for one hour and continue later on our journey to the city of Cusco. Upon our arrival in Cusco at 8 p.m., you will be transferred to the hotel. End of the services.(Breakfast) .
Includes:• Pick up from your hotel in Cusco at 5:30 AM.• Private transport Cusco – Cachora• A double tent and roll mattress.• Dinning and cooking tents with tablets and chairs• English speaking guide • Full meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner• First aid kit ,emergency oxygen bottle.• Horses to carry tents , food , cooking equipment.• Hot water every morning and evening for washing your hands /• Cold water every morning
It does not Included:• Extra personal porter ( 9 Kilos US$ 30/ 18 Kilos US$ 60 )• Tips for you tour guide , porters and Cook.• Down Sleeping bag US$15. and Last lunch.
WE RECOMMEND TO BRING THE FOLLOWING PERSONAL KIT: . Original passport .• Backpack & Daypack ( If you hire an extra porter , we will provide a duffel bag ) • Hiking boots and Trekking poles: • Warm clothes ,Thermals : Gloves / scarf : wool socks.• T-shirts and trekking pants ,Flash light : head torch /Camera and extra batteries, Sunscreen / hat and sunglasses/Personal medical kit / insect repellent ,Rain Gear: poncho/ a good rain jacket : • Toiletries / toilet paper / small towel ,2 litre water bottle • Extra money for drinks & tips, souvenirs etc • Bathing clothes for the hot springs. Optional
Price Information:
N`People |
2 to 3 |
4 to 5 |
6 to 7 |
8 to 10 |
11to 16 |
Prices US$ |
U$550 |
U$450 |
U$300 |
U$ 330 |
U$300 |
Extra additional information: Single tent supplement US$ 15/ Sleeping bag down US$20 Treking poles US$10 / Back Pack 60 Lt.US$20 / Extra personal porter 9 Kilos US$40 / 18 Kilos US$80 for whole trip.
