Treks Peru, Choquequirao trek extra large, 7 days
Choquequirao! Bigger & even more mysterious than Machu Picchu! With still only 10% excavated, there's already sooo much to see!
And groups can camp near the ruins, too!
Relatively few go here (some 20 People a day, against 5,000 to Machu Picchu), just because this magical place is almost not promoted.
This may be the one trek that closest resembles the classic Inca Trail.
Enjoy the Inca magic, the silence & satisfaction, after quite a tough, beautiful trek through a few different micro climates!
Just scroll for more info & itinerary.
Here, you can see some more pictures of Choquequirao trek.
Shorter options (different route): Choquequirao trek, 5 either 4 days.
Similar trek option: classic Inca Trail, 4 either 2 days.
Other great treks that don't go to Machu Picchu.
And groups can camp near the ruins, too!
Relatively few go here (some 20 People a day, against 5,000 to Machu Picchu), just because this magical place is almost not promoted.
This may be the one trek that closest resembles the classic Inca Trail.
Enjoy the Inca magic, the silence & satisfaction, after quite a tough, beautiful trek through a few different micro climates!
Just scroll for more info & itinerary.
Here, you can see some more pictures of Choquequirao trek.
Shorter options (different route): Choquequirao trek, 5 either 4 days.
Similar trek option: classic Inca Trail, 4 either 2 days.
Other great treks that don't go to Machu Picchu.
Choquequirao trek, day 1: Cusco - Cachora - Capuliyoc - Playa Rosalina
We will board transport at about 5:00, to head for Cachora (2,800m), where we will meet our Mules and muleteer, and start our hiking-adventure! Right from the start, we will see Apu Wayna Cachora,
with its huge white top. We will climb for some time,
before we reach Capuliyoc Pass (2,915m),
which is a beautiful outlook over the canyon of Apurimac,
which is said to be the deepest in the World! Also,
we will see Apu Padrayoc, another majestic mountain,
before we will start our long descend to Playa Rosalina (1,550m),
where we will camp. Appr. 230km by bus + appr. 20km of walking
with its huge white top. We will climb for some time,
before we reach Capuliyoc Pass (2,915m),
which is a beautiful outlook over the canyon of Apurimac,
which is said to be the deepest in the World! Also,
we will see Apu Padrayoc, another majestic mountain,
before we will start our long descend to Playa Rosalina (1,550m),
where we will camp. Appr. 230km by bus + appr. 20km of walking
Choquequirao trek, day 2: Playa Rosalina - Marampata - Choquequirao campsite
Today, we will start our long, steep climb very
early, to Marampata,
where we will have lunch, and then walk on to the huge,
mysterious site of Choquequirao (3033m), where we will enjoy a
guided visit. After this, we will return about 300m,
and camp at Choquequirao campsite (3,000m). 10km (about 7 hours)
where we will have lunch, and then walk on to the huge,
mysterious site of Choquequirao (3033m), where we will enjoy a
guided visit. After this, we will return about 300m,
and camp at Choquequirao campsite (3,000m). 10km (about 7 hours)
Choquequirao trek, day 3:
Choquequirao campsite - Choquequirao Pass - Rio Blanco
Today, our trek continues
over Choquequirao Pass (3,270m) and passes the
archeological site of Pinchaunuyoc (2,450m). Finally, we will descend to the deepest point
of the small canyon of Rio Blanco (1900m) or Rio Silvestre, where we will camp.
Climate: warm with mosquitos about 6 hours
archeological site of Pinchaunuyoc (2,450m). Finally, we will descend to the deepest point
of the small canyon of Rio Blanco (1900m) or Rio Silvestre, where we will camp.
Climate: warm with mosquitos about 6 hours
Choquequirao trek, day 4: Rio Blanco - Maizal - Abra San Juan - Yanama
Due to the
ecosystem’s constant changes, this day is both the most difficult and the most
spectacular one. In Maizal (3,000m) we will have a short, deserved break, to
enjoy the beautiful view. In San Juan (4,170m) we will enjoy the spectacular
view of the valleys, mountains & glaciers.
We will camp in the small village of Yanama (3,530m).
Climate: warm & cold with mosquitos.about 5 hours
We will camp in the small village of Yanama (3,530m).
Climate: warm & cold with mosquitos.about 5 hours
Choquequirao trek, day 5: Yanama - Yanama Pass - Totora Pampa
Early in the morning, we will head for the highest point of our trek: Yanama Pass (4,670m). With some luck, we will be able to see the Condor. We will enjoy many opportunities to see snow-capped mountains
such as Salkantay (6,264m) & Pintuyu (5,450m).
We will set up camp in the valley of Totora pampa (3,200m).
Climate: warm with mosquitos. about 8 hours
such as Salkantay (6,264m) & Pintuyu (5,450m).
We will set up camp in the valley of Totora pampa (3,200m).
Climate: warm with mosquitos. about 8 hours
Choquequirao trek, day 6: Totora Pampa - La Playa
In Totora pampa we may meet Quechua People, who live of agriculture & cattle breeding only. The flora on our way gets more dense,
now with different Orchids, Bromelias & many other species.
We will also see Coffee-, Papaya, Passion fruit & Avocado-plantations.
This night, we will camp in La Playa (2,100m) or in Lucmabamba (2,020m).
Climate: warm whit mosquitos. about 7 hours.
now with different Orchids, Bromelias & many other species.
We will also see Coffee-, Papaya, Passion fruit & Avocado-plantations.
This night, we will camp in La Playa (2,100m) or in Lucmabamba (2,020m).
Climate: warm whit mosquitos. about 7 hours.
Choquequirao trek, day 7:
La Playa - Llactapata - Hidroelectrica - Ollantaytambo - Cusco
We will be setting off early in the morning,
over the Inca Trail, to Llactapata (2,650m). This is an archeological site
within a dense vegetation,
with a truly marvellous view of Machu Picchu mountain.
After this, we will descend to hydroelectric station (1,950m) from where
we will have 2 options, to let us know before reserving:
1) Proceed to Ollantaytambo by train (in about 2 hours), where we will
board our bus to Cusco, where we will arrive about another 2 hours later.
2) Proceed directly to Cusco by bus, in about 8 hours.
Climate: fresh, to warm, to cold.
with a truly marvellous view of Machu Picchu mountain.
After this, we will descend to hydroelectric station (1,950m) from where
we will have 2 options, to let us know before reserving:
1) Proceed to Ollantaytambo by train (in about 2 hours), where we will
board our bus to Cusco, where we will arrive about another 2 hours later.
2) Proceed directly to Cusco by bus, in about 8 hours.
Climate: fresh, to warm, to cold.
Choquequirao trek, 7 days: information
Choquequirao trek, 7 days: price
$700 per person.
We also operate Choquequirao treks of 4 days and of 5 days.
Discount options (please contact us)
~ You are 3 or more persons
~ You choose to do 2 or more of our (larger) tours
Included
- Pre-trek briefing in Cusco
- Pick-up from your hostel / hotel
- Transport Cusco - Cachora
- Entrance Choquequirao
- Professional guide (English - Spanish)
- Chef & cooking-equipment, dish-soap, hand-soap
- Camping-equipment (spacious tents, 1 per 2 People)
- Sleeping-mat
- Accommodation for the staff
- Meals (7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners)(vegetarian option available), snacks, clean water & tea
- Mules with wranglers / arrieros (to carry the equipment and food)(and People, in case of emergency)
- First-aid kit
- Transport Cachora - Cusco
- Pre-trek briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning of departure, in private car
Not Included
- Breakfast on the first morning, last lunch
- Sleeping-bag (please bring your own, or we could rent you at $5 per day)
- Additional Horses for passengers’ luggage. If there are any substantial items or backpacks,
passengers will need to hire an additional Mule
- Tips for guide, cook and porters.
Partial packing-list Choquequirao trek
- A light day-pack, with a change of clothes, for the whole period of the trek:
prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature
- Rain-gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain-poncho
- Strong, but comfortable, lightweight footwear. Waterproof would be best
- Extra socks are a must
- Sandals could help your feet to feel comfortable at night, if you wish to carry them.
By the way, there are basic cold showers at most campsites on the Choquequirao-route
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and woolen hat.
Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping
- Sleeping-bag (or we could rent you, at $5 per day)
- Flash-light and spare batteries
- Camera with full battery (batteries consume more, in cold conditions)
- Sun-block
- After-Sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect-repellent
- Toilet-paper
- Some snacks: biscuits, energy-bars, chocolate, dried fruits, muesli, etc.
- Bottle of water for the first morning
- We advise you to bring Dragon’s Blood (Cusco-market), in case you collect water from streams
- Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc.
- Small towel or sarong
- Bathing-suit (if you intend on swimming in the hot springs)
- Cash: sufficient for your final lunch in Aguas Calientes, tips and souvenirs
- Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card: if you have one)
- A walking-stick
- Binoculars (if you have them)
$700 per person.
We also operate Choquequirao treks of 4 days and of 5 days.
Discount options (please contact us)
~ You are 3 or more persons
~ You choose to do 2 or more of our (larger) tours
Included
- Pre-trek briefing in Cusco
- Pick-up from your hostel / hotel
- Transport Cusco - Cachora
- Entrance Choquequirao
- Professional guide (English - Spanish)
- Chef & cooking-equipment, dish-soap, hand-soap
- Camping-equipment (spacious tents, 1 per 2 People)
- Sleeping-mat
- Accommodation for the staff
- Meals (7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners)(vegetarian option available), snacks, clean water & tea
- Mules with wranglers / arrieros (to carry the equipment and food)(and People, in case of emergency)
- First-aid kit
- Transport Cachora - Cusco
- Pre-trek briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning of departure, in private car
Not Included
- Breakfast on the first morning, last lunch
- Sleeping-bag (please bring your own, or we could rent you at $5 per day)
- Additional Horses for passengers’ luggage. If there are any substantial items or backpacks,
passengers will need to hire an additional Mule
- Tips for guide, cook and porters.
Partial packing-list Choquequirao trek
- A light day-pack, with a change of clothes, for the whole period of the trek:
prepare for a vast range of changes in temperature
- Rain-gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain-poncho
- Strong, but comfortable, lightweight footwear. Waterproof would be best
- Extra socks are a must
- Sandals could help your feet to feel comfortable at night, if you wish to carry them.
By the way, there are basic cold showers at most campsites on the Choquequirao-route
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces, gloves, scarf and woolen hat.
Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping
- Sleeping-bag (or we could rent you, at $5 per day)
- Flash-light and spare batteries
- Camera with full battery (batteries consume more, in cold conditions)
- Sun-block
- After-Sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect-repellent
- Toilet-paper
- Some snacks: biscuits, energy-bars, chocolate, dried fruits, muesli, etc.
- Bottle of water for the first morning
- We advise you to bring Dragon’s Blood (Cusco-market), in case you collect water from streams
- Your own medical kit with any special medications that you might require, paracetamol, second skin for blisters etc.
- Small towel or sarong
- Bathing-suit (if you intend on swimming in the hot springs)
- Cash: sufficient for your final lunch in Aguas Calientes, tips and souvenirs
- Original passport & ISIC (International Student Identity Card: if you have one)
- A walking-stick
- Binoculars (if you have them)
