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.
CAUTION: Please allow a minimum of two (02) days to acclimate before considering to begin your adventure package to Ausangate.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Your hotel |
DEPARTURE TIME | Early in the morning. |
Choquequirau still preserves many traditions of the Inca time. Taking an amazing 4 days and 3 nights that will surprise you.
Trip Details of 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:
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:
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:
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:
Bilingual English speaking tour guide (additional tour guide for groups of nine people or more)
As a Professional Direct Local Tour operator, we provide you with a duffle bag at your briefing and INCLUDE an extra porter who will carry up to 7 kgs or 14 pounds including your 2.5kg sleeping bag, mattress, and extra clothing.
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
Important: Price includes up to 7 kilos of your personal belongings to be carried by the mules (NO need of extra Porter hire!).
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