Choquequirao Trek 4 days

Day 1: Cusco – Cachora – Chiquisca

We will leave Cusco (3350m/10991f) approximately at 5:30 am. First, we will head for the village Cachora (2850m/9350f) to meet our horsemen and the mules that will carry all the camping equipment during the expedition. Thereafter, we will continue our journey towards the pass of Capuliyoq (2800m/9186f). The trek offers a beautiful view of the mythical mountain Padreyoc, of the deep canyon and of the river Apurímac, meaning “speaking river”. Thereupon, we will descend towards the canyon’s interior named Chiquisca (1930m/6332f), where we will spend the night.

Day 2: Chiquisca – Playa Rosalina – Marampata – Choquequirao

After breakfast, we will descend to La Playa Rosalina (1550m/5085f). From there, we will continue heading for Marampata (2850m/9350f), where we will have a beautiful view of the archeological complex of Choquequirao (3033m/9951f). Our camping site is located 25 minutes from the settlement.

Day 3: Choquequirao – San Ignacio – Carmen

At sunrise, we will first visit the archeological site of Choquequirao. By now, only 30% of this “golden cradle” has been exposed. Thereafter, we will descend to the Apurímac canyon’s deepest part called San Ignacio at 1500m/4921f and have lunch. After that, we will ascend to our camping site in the beautiful gardens of Carmen (2000m/6562f).

Day 4: Carmen – Tambo bamba – Huanipaca

The gardens of Carmen are situated close to the manor of Tambo bamba (2500m/8202f), a region having been governed by landowners during the 19th and 20th century and considered to be one of the most fertile valleys to cultivate maize and a variety of potatoes. We will pass little villages such as Pacobamba and Huanipaca (3150m/10335f) and will return to Cusco by bus

Included:

• Private transport from the hotel to Cachora
• Transport back from Huanipaca to Cusco
• Entrance to the settlement of Choquequirao
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
• High quality camping equipment (We use professional tents, Doite, Model Kailas 3, extra light/4.5kgs and Doite, Model Himalaya, extra light/4.5kgs, both are for 2 persons. Mattresses, eating tent with table and chairs, bathroom tent).
• Meals during the excursion (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks/Option vegetarian)
• Cook and cooking equipment
• Horseman, porters and mules, for all camping equipment and personal luggage
• Emergency horse
• First-aid kit and oxygen bottle

No Included:

• Sleeping bag (If you don’t have a sleeping bag, there is the possibility of lending one)

Note:

• If you are interested in the group Service for 04 days and 03 nights feel free to contact us and to ask for more information.

Recommendation: On our clients’ recommendation, we suggest spending an additional day in the settlement of Choquequirao to enjoy this beautiful archeological site in more detail. On our way back to Cusco, there is also the possibility of visiting the thermal baths in Cconoc. Ask our personnel for more information

Items to Bring:

• Backpack
• Sleeping back
• Clothes for warm and cold weather with a raining jacket
• Trousers and hiking shoes
• Rain poncho
• Hat
• Sun milk, insect repellant and disinfectant gel
• Bottle of water and medication
• Camera (wrapped in plastic)
• Flashlight and batteries
• Snacks as dry fruit or chocolate bars
• Original passport and extra money in soles

Important:

During the high season (May to August), it is difficult to ensure the exact date of departure desired – there may be only availability the day before or after. We will of course do our best to ensure the best service, but we must adhere to the daily people limits policy established on this tour

1 – PAY WITH PAYPAL

* We will not be able to book and confirm your tour or trek without the following:

1. A deposit of 50% + 7%(TAX). Deposits are made to the Email below.

Name:	Juan Carlos Salon Huamani

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