Choquequirao Trek 4D/3N

7D/6N

KNOW YOUR TRIP

The southern approach to Choquequirao from Cachora requires a steep descent from almost 3200 meters down to the Apurimac River at 1200 meters, followed by an even steeper ascent up to the ruins. The site is perched a magnificent 1150 meters above the Apurimac, surrounded by densely-forested mountain slopes in the shadow of the huge, snowcapped Salkantay massif. In recent years, the ruins have been partially-cleared by Peruvian archaeologists, and can be easily explored by those intrepid enough to undertake the demanding trek required to get there.

GROUP SERVICE: (02 to 08 People Max): Our most popular Choquequirao trek is recommended for everybody who likes adventure, Families, Honeymooners and Couples.

PRIVATE SERVICE: All inclusive for Families with children, Honeymooners and Couples. A special trek program just for you, and you can depart any day you wish and choose the group size, we don’t add any people, and is arranged just for you. All private groups include additional services, such as: extra porters, horses to ride and to carry your personal gear (for alternate treks), and luxury hotels if you require.

***VERY IMPORTANT NOTE.

Note: Horses will carry the heavy gear; you will hike carrying only your personal pack, sleeping bag and pad.
If you are considering bringing special photography equipment or other heavy accessories, or just simply don’t want to carry anything, please request an additional horse and horse man (US$ 100) to carry your personal belongings, this way you will freely enjoy the hike. (This is highly recommended if you have never hiked over 10000 feet). Cooks handle all the kitchen chores.

Five Reasons to Travel With Us

Accommodation Standard (4 and 5 – Star Hotels).
Gastronomic Experience (High Cuisine).
Private Post-Machu Picchu Celebration (VIP Pachamanca).
Personalized and Flexible Service.
Access to the Essence of Peru with Consciousness, leaving positive traces and impacts on communities.

Itinerary

We leave Cusco at 05:00am in the morning traveling to the small village of Cachora. On the way we will have an opportunity to visit Saywite is a limestone outcrop about four meters in diameter on which the Incas carved a model of their empire, Tawantinsuyo. The stone, upon which images of the flora, fauna, topography and customs of the empire, then we will arrive after four hours to Cachora town we will be met by our mules and horse man then we begin our first day’s hike, we will head along the edge of the Apurimac canyon, with the river almost 2000 meters below us.
About half-way through the day we will begin our winding descent to the river. As we descend the heat becomes intense, and we will arrive hot and tired at the bridge which crosses the river where we will be able to bathe to refresh ourselves at camp in Santa Rosa.

(L) = lunch / (D) = dinner

This is an amazing day. We will make the steep ascent up to the ruins of Choquequirao. The path will lead us through dense cloud forest for about two hours, when we will finally get our first view of the citadel on a spur ahead of us.
Another two hours walk, with Choquequirao now almost constantly in sight, leads us to our destination, exploring the ruins and, hopefully, seeing some condors. These Andean birds with a wingspan of up to three meters, tend to rise up from the floor of the canyon on the afternoon thermals, providing visitors on the central plaza of Choquequirao with a magnificent show. That night, after an unforgettable sunset and a good meal, we will camp close to the ruins.

(B) = breakfast / (L) = lunch / (D) = dinner

After exploring the entire archeological complex of Choquequirao and studying all the sectors in detail we head off towards Playa Rosalina descending back along the same path to Santa Rosa.
We continue our gradual descent from 3033 meters close to Apurimac River at 1550m. Today’s hike ends at Playa Rosalina where we will spend the night.

(B) = breakfast / (L) = lunch / (D) = dinner

An early start today will help us to avoid the worst of the heat in the canyon and guarantee us some magnificent views of the Apurimac and the surrounding peaks. On our journey we reach the lookout at Capuliyoc one final time where we say goodbye to the fabulous views of the Choquequirao ruins. We will also see the majestic snow-covered peak of Padreyoc overlooking the Apurimac Canyon while surrounded by the flora & fauna, then climb to our final destination of San Pedro de Cachora to return to Cusco by bus.

(B) = breakfast.

Included

Transfer from your Hotel
Tourist Transportation Cusco to Cachora Town
Professional English-Spanish Speaking Tour Guide
Assistant Tour Guide for group of 10 people
Horses and horse man
Professional Cook and assistant
Food 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Afternoon Snacks and 3 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food please let us know.
Vegetarian food Option
Camping Equipment Tents for 02 people ,dining tent with tables and chairs
Sleeping matress
Emergency Horse
Oxygen bottle,First aid kit
Entrance ticket to Choquequirao Park
Transport back to Cusco

Not Included

Personal trekking gear, sleeping bag, tips to guide and support staff, city services.
First breakfast (first day) is normally provided at your hotel before leaving.
Last lunch at the end of the tour on 4th Day.
Single Tent supplement: US$ 20
Sleeping bag (optional): US$ 20

Recommendations

Trekking day pack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek.
Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho.
Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended.
Sandals or plastic slip on thongs are also good to give your feet a chance to breath
Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
Sleeping bag (we can hire these to you)
Torch/ Flashlight and spare batteries
Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
Sun block cream
After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – although no malaria risk has been reported
Toilet paper, pack in & pack out
Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc.
Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
We advise you to bring water sterilizing tablets in case you collect water from streams.
Your own medical kit with any special medications.
Small towel or sarong
Bathers/swimsuit (if you intend on swimming in hot springs )
Cash – sufficient for snacks, tips and souvenirs.
Walking sticks or poles (we can hire these to you. Please note poles with metal tips cannot be carried into Machu Picchu and should be left at your hotel on the final day)