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Choquequirao Trek 4 Days

Choquequirao trek 4 days

Choquequirao trek from Cusco Known as the “Sister Machu Picchu,” the Choquequirao is preferred by serious hikers who enjoy an off-beaten track adventure

choquequirao trek 4 days, is an incredible and tiring hike that will take you to the last refuges of the Quechuas or Incas. Choquequirao (3.303m/10,168ft) is a great archaeological center that is still under bushes and in full restoration, located in one of the sacred mountains of the APU Salkantay (6.272m/20679ft) and the talking river APURIMAC. You will have the opportunity to observe the landscapes and also the flora and fauna of this magical place.

The “Archeological Site of Choquequirao trek 4 days”, is now becoming a more recognized trekking route compared to the “Machu Picchu Trek” because it hasn’t been excessively marketed, yet it’s larger and some even say that it’s superior to the Archeological site of Machu Picchu.

This incredible trek to Choquequirao Trek 4 days is indeed for the more fit and experienced hikers since it’s harder to reach compared to Machu Picchu.  However, it’s worth every penny because you’ll experience a whole package of microclimates and extraordinary sceneries Peru has to offer.

CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK 4 DAYS ITINERARY

  • Day 1: CUSCO – CAPULIYOQ– LA PLAYA
  • Day 2: LA PLAYA – MARAMPATA– BASE CAMP
  • Day 3: CHOQUEQUIRAO – MARAMPATA – LA PLAYA – CHIKISKA
  • Day 4: CHIKISKA – CAPULIYOQ – CUSCO

CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK 4 DAYS HIGHLIGHTS

  • Hike to Machu Picchu’s “sister city”, Choquequirao which means the Cradle of Gold
  • Enjoy a serious physical challenge – steep uphills and downhills through the amazing Apurimac Canyon
  • Enjoy the dramatic landscapes and a variety of flora and Fauna.
  • You will see Condor flying over you in the afternoon at Choquequirao
  • Choquequirao is a far less crowded and a more authentic trekking experience than the classic Inca Trail.
  • Hike through small villages on the way and see how Peruvian people live in remote áreas.
  • Soak in views of snow-capped Mountains and awe-inspiring incan ruins.

 

 

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Trip Itinerary

Customize this itinerary by adding extra days to any location. Please contact one of our expert travel advisors for advice.

Day 1: Day 1: CUSCO – CAPULIYOQ– LA PLAYA

Choquequirao Trek 4 Days

Choquequirao trek 4 days, Our transportation will pick you up at your hotel (4:00 a.m.- approx.).  Then drive northbound through different herding and farming villages (3 hrs.) to reach the trailhead of our trekking adventure “Capuliyoc” (3,200 m).  Here, you’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast.

Afterward, well do a brief presentation of our staff and you’ll have an opportunity to take a group photo of your newly acquired Peruvian Family.

We’ll begin our trek descending to the “Condor Lookout” point and if we’re lucky will be able to see Condors soaring.  Also, at this same Lookout, we’ll see, from afar, the archeological site of Choquequirau.

After trekking for 3 hours, we’ll reach our lunch spot, where our experienced chef will have prepared a delicious meal.  After resting for a bit, we’ll continue our hike to reach a small hunting community called “Chikiska”.  You can buy drinks and snacks here.  You’ll also have time to take in the different flora and fauna.

Finally, after trekking for about an hour and a half, we’ll arrive at our first campsite called “La Playa” (Alt 1,800 m).  You’ll have time to organize your sleeping area, while our staff prepares hot drinks and snacks.  At dawn, we’ll have dinner and tuck in for the night.

DETAILS:

  • Accommodations:       Campsite “La Playa”
  • Level of Difficulty:        Arduous
  • Trail conditions:            Rocky, dusty, and some slippery spots. Trekking shoes are definitely required.

Day 1: Day 2: LA PLAYA – MARAMPATA– BASE CAMP

We recommend an early start (wake-up call at 4:45 a.m.) and breakfast at 5:15.  We’re only 30 minutes away from the Archeological Site of Choquequirao.  Our trek leader will provide you with the ancestral Incan history of the entire citadel.

We’ll also visit “Usno”, where you can enjoy the sunset over the mountains. We will then return to their camp, where we’ll have hot fusion drinks and a delicious meal for dinner.

DETAILS:

  • Meals:                              Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Accommodations:        Choquequirao campsite
  • Approx. Hike Time:      50 minutes
  • Level of Difficulty:        Easy to Moderate

Day 1: Day 3: CHOQUEQUIRAO – MARAMPATA – LA PLAYA – CHIKISKA

Early breakfast and off to our hike to return to Cusco.  First, trekking for about two hours to Marampata. You will appreciate breathtaking views of the Apurimac Canyon along the way.

Your trek leader will highlight the beautiful flora and fauna while you’re descending. You will appreciate breathtaking waterfalls in the distance as well as clouds lifting from the bottom of the canyon.

In addition, depending on the weather conditions we can enjoy the incredible passages of the Andes. From Marampata, we will start our 4-hour hike downhill to the “La Playa” and depending on the weather we’ll view the incredible passages of the Andes. This section requires trekking poles. Halfway, we will have time for a break to enjoy some fruits grown in the vicinity.  Cactus fruits are the main attraction.

Finally, we will arrive at “La Playa” for lunch. Then we will have another two hours, uphill to “Chikiska Camp”, which is in the courtyard of a family house.

DETAILS:

  • Meals:                                 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • Accommodations:          Camping
  • Lowest Elevation:           1,550 m/ 5,117 ft.
  • Highest Elevation:          3,150 m/ 10,397 ft.
  • Distance to walk:            14 km / 8 ¾ miles
  • Approx. Hike Time: 6 hours
  • Level of Difficulty: Moderate

Day 1: Day 4: CHIKISKA – CAPULIYOQ – CUSCO

Once again, we’ll start off with an early breakfast and prepare our gear to return to Cusco. We will have a walk of 4 hours, uphill to reach the end of our hike.

This will be the last day to say your farewells to our staff, who have accompanied you throughout this hiking experience.

You’ll have a 3+ hour drive passing “Curawasi”, where the famous Anise (local tea) is grown. We will arrive in Cusco around 6:00 p.m.

DETAILS:

  • Meals:                              Breakfast & Lunch
  • Lowest elevation:        1,900 m / 6,270 ft
  • Highest Elevation:        2,850 m/ 9,407 ft
  • Hiking Distance:            8 km / 5 miles
  • Approx. Hike time:       3 to 4 hours
  • Level of Difficulty:        Moderate

What's Included

Included of Choquequirao Trek 4 Days

Bilingual English-speaking tour guide (additional tour guide for groups of nine people or more)

  • Pre-Departure Briefing at your hotel 1 or 2 days before your trek.
  • TRANSFER FROM AIRPORT TO HOTEL
  • SLEEPING BAG
  • HIKING POOLS
  • BLANKET
  • TRANSFER FROM HOTEL TO AIRPORT
  • EMERGENCY HORSE
  • Four-person tent for every 2 people.
  • Chef
  • Excellent meals:
  • Food includes pancakes, omelets, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, and rice, foods that are rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking. (Vegetarian, vegan or special diet meals upon request)
  • Tea time before dinner (tea, coffee, coca, biscuits, popcorn).
  • Boiled water provided from 2nd day (for drinking)
  • Wake up to coca tea in your tent
  • Buckets of hot water for washing in your tent every day
  • Biodegradable soap and hand cleansing gel
  • Oxygen Tank & First aid kit
  • Wranglers and horses to carry all the equipment (food, tents, chairs, table, etc)
  • Horse to transport 8 kg of your gear
  • Duffle bag for your gear
  • Four breakfasts, four lunches, and four dinners
  • Emergency oxygen bottle and medical kit.
  • snacks
  • water
  • Tips: Guide, Cook, Horseman.
  • Water on Day 1
  • First breakfast and last lunch
  • extra horse

Choquequirao trek  4 days packing list

  • 2 t-shirts
  • 2 hiking pants at least
  • 4 sets of undergarments
  • 3 sets of hiking socks
  • Bathing Suit for the thermal waters
  • Couple Fleece/ Thermals
  • Warm clothes, down jacket — 2nd campsite temp around 3º Celcius.
  • Waterproof gloves (even if they are ski gloves, take them)
  • Comfortable shoes for camp
  • Quickdry towel. We provide small ones, you might prefer something larger.
  • A small bottle of soap: we provide warm water each day to wash.
  •  Battery Charger: No electricity along the trek

Permits are needed for your chosen start date. Tour prices are based on the number of people in a group. Prices are valid from March 2022 through January 2023. All prices quoted are $USD

  • 1 Trekker:  $400 per person

Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!).

Discounts:

  • Student Discount 20$ dollars

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