Choquequirao Trek 5d

Description of Choquequirao Trek - 5 days

Hiking the Choquequirao trail is a privilege. We start at the trailhead and look forward to reaching this increasingly popular archaeological site. We won’t see many visitors along the way, which makes this trail very special, and we can enjoy the beautiful scenery and connect with nature. You will enjoy the biodiversity and magnificent landscapes that will accompany us during the hike and encourage us to take on the challenge of reaching Kuna de Oro. This unforgettable experience, where we reach Choquequirao after hours of difficult ascent, is simply indescribable. We will visit this archaeological jewel that the Spaniards never reached and whose architectural structure, plaza, amphitheater and enclosures will truly amaze you. It will be an honor to visit this fascinating Inca archaeological site.

Itinerary

Day 1: Cusco – Cachora – Cocamasana – Rosalina Beach

We will leave at 4:00 am from the city of Cusco to Cachora. We will arrive at approximately 7:30 am to the town of Cachora, where we will have breakfast. We will begin to organize the equipment on the horses, and then begin our walk.

After 2 hours of walking we will arrive at Capuliyoc (2915 m.n.m), where we will descend to Coca Masana (2330 m.n.m), where the climate is a little warmer. We will notice the change of flora and fauna in this region.

Finally we will arrive at Playa Rosalina (1550 m.n.m.) which is next to the Apurimac River where we will settle in and camp for the night.

Overnight: Playa Rosalina
Meals included: Lunch, dinner

Day 2: Rosalina – Choquequirao

After a good breakfast, we will be ready to continue our walk. This is considered the most impressive point of the trip. We will leave very early and begin the trip for approximately 5 more hours.

Upon arriving at Raqaypata, which is next to the Chunchullumayo River, we will break for lunch. During the walk we will be able to observe the variety of orchids, wild flowers and also many birds. From Raqaypata to Choquequirao we will reach a height of 3035 m.n.m. We will walk for approximately another 2 hours until we reach the Archaeological Site of Choquequirao, where we will have the opportunity to observe the sunrise and the flight of the condor. Our camp will be near the ruins.

Overnight: Choquequirao
Meals included: Breakasfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3: Choquequirao – Raqaypata

This day will be memorable where we will dedicate ourselves to exploring all the Ruins of Choquequirao, the most important places, such as Temples, Agricultural Terraces, Military Zones, Astronomical Center and Sacred Temples. Our guide will explain to us about the history and importance of the archaeological sites. After the guided tour, we will have free time to visit the different sectors of the complex.

In the afternoon we will begin our walk back to Raqaypata where we will settle in and camp.

Overnight: Raqaypata
Meals included: Breakasfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4: Raqaypata – Chikisca

After breakfast we will continue our return trip along the same route, which will be quieter because we will descend to the Apurimac River where we will have lunch. In the afternoon we will walk uphill for 2 hours until we reach Chikisca. Camping.

Overnight: Chikisca
Meals included: Breakasfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5: Chikisca – Cachora – Cusco

We will take a new path that will take us to the town of Cachora where we will take our bus to return to the city of Cusco.

Overnight: Hotel in Cusco (your onw expense)
Meals included: breakasfast

What's Included

Transportation to the hotel in the morning and transfer by bus to Cachora (starting point of the walk)
Professional Bilingual Guide
Food 4 breakfasts / 4 lunches / 3 dinners
Cook and kitchen equipment.
Riders and horses (carrying tents, food, and cooking equipment)
Emergency horse
Transfer and return from Cachora to Cusco.
Tents and double thermal insulation, with capacity for 3 people
Tables, chairs, cafeteria tent, kitchen tent.
Oxygen balloon
First aid box

What's Not Included

Small backpack
Bottle of mineral water
Repellent
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Extra money (in soles) for any emergency
Walking poles USD 10.00 per person
Sleeping bag, USD 25.00 per person (support til – 10 degres).

Optional Services

Entrance to Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain: USD 80.00 per person (must be reserved well in advance)
VISADOME/360° PANORAMIC Return Train Service with panoramic view, typical dance show (Águas Calientes – Ollantaytambo) – Upgrade Service: USD 65.00 per person
Buffet lunch at Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu Restaurant – USD 45.00 per person

What to Take

Original passport or DNI (the same document with which you made the reservation, taking into account the validity of the documents, being the passport with a minimum validity of 6 months or the DNI with an issue date of less than 10 years)
Sunscreen
Refillable water bottle
Repellent
Sunglasses
Repellent
Sunglasses
Clothing for hot and cold climates.
Warm jacket or coat
Wool cap
Cap or sun hat
Layer of rain
Long-sleeved t-shirts (there are many mosquitoes in Machu Picchu)
Light pants
Bermuda Islands
Trekking shoes
Personal medications (headache, anti-inflammatories)
Emergency money (preferably in Novo Sol)
A light backpack
mineral water bottle Snacks, chocolates, bars.
Snacks, chocolates, bars
Personal hygiene products

Prices

Service	Travelers	Prices (2023)
Group	1 person	US$ 620.00

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