Choquequirao trekking

DESCRIPTION

The 04 day Choquequirao tour is an exciting adventure for travelers who wish to explore one of the ancient wonders of the world: the Inca citadel of Choquequirao. This tour offers a unique experience of trekking and discovery in the impressive landscapes of the Cusco region, here travelers can explore the temples, plazas and terraces that make up this Inca citadel and discover the secrets of its history and culture. In addition, they enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Peruvian Andes and the rainforest.

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WHY BOOK?

• Discover the Inca citadel similar to Machupicchu.
  
• Experience the nature that surrounds this archaeological center.
  
• Enjoy a space free of crowds.

TREK TO CHOQUEQUIRAO 04 DAYS – 03 NIGHTS

DIA 01: CUSCO – CAPULIYOC – SANTA ROSA

We will start early passing through the hotels around 05:00 am with our tourist transport and then continue the journey towards Cachora where we will enjoy our breakfast. Then we go to the town of Capuliyoc where we begin our descent to the sector of Chikisca to have lunch and regain energy. 

In the afternoon we continue our journey and arrive first to Playa Rosalinas and finally to our first camp which is Santa Rosa.

• Night in camp

DIA 02: SANTA ROSA – CHOQUEQUIRAO – MARAMPATA

We start our day with breakfast and then we resume our hike again to reach Marampata from where we can already observe the archaeological center of Choquequirao in the distance, at this point for a matter of recommendation we will leave the luggage and resume the ascent to finally reach Choquequirao where we will have a guided tour of the main sites and surroundings. 

In the afternoon we will take a road that will take us to the waterfalls of Pajchayoc where we will enjoy some free time, then we return to the road to get back to Marampata where we have our camp ready.

• Night in camp

DIA 03: MARAMPATA – PLAYA ROSALINAS – CHIQUISCA

Our day will be the most relaxed because we start the hike after breakfast with descent to Chiquisca, on the way we can observe more flora and fauna of the place, upon arrival we enjoy free time and see that the team has ready our lunch.

We take the afternoon to have a sharing with the guide and the team since it is our last night together and at dinner we take some time to enjoy the last space.

• Hotel night in Aguas Calientes

DIA 04: CHIQUISCA – CAPULIYOC – CUSCO

After our last breakfast we embark on the last stretch and head to the Capuliyoc sector, where we finally say goodbye to the team and take our transport that will finally bring us to the city of Cusco, arriving on average at 14:00 pm.

• The transport leaves us near the Temple of the Sun where we can choose to take a cab or go to the main square to walk.

INCLUDES – DOES NOT INCLUDE

OUR PROGRAM INCLUDES:

• Informative talk: A day before the service, a meeting is held at the hotel where we will have a complete orientation about the experience.
  
• Personalized groups: The groups are small and personalized to provide a better shared experience.
  
• Initial transportation: Tourist service from Cusco – Capuliyoc.
  
• Professional guide: A professional tour guide specialized in trekking and experiential tourism, with English and Spanish skills.
  
• Communication equipment: A pair of radio transmitters for frequent communication between the team of porters and the guide.
  
• Safety equipment: Includes an oxygen balloon and a first aid kit.
  
• Tent equipment: Comfortable tents for the comfort of the client, in a 4-person tent 2 travelers can be accommodated and in the double tent only 1 traveler.
  
• Camping equipment: We provide comfortable inflatable mattresses suitable for all climates, they are waterproof for safety.
  
• Dining equipment: A complete set of tables, chairs, tablecloths, tableware (plates, cups, glasses, cutlery and others) necessary for comfort.
  
• Courtesy: Upon waking up and arriving at each camp, the team provides us with coca tea and other infusions to be able to rest.
  
• Food: Within the experience we have included 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners throughout the trip.
  
• Variety of diet: In case a gluten free, corn free or vegetarian diet is required, it is requested in advance.
  
• Professional staff: We permanently train the team of muleteers and the cook to provide an adequate service.
  
• Muleteers and muleteers: Personnel from the nearby communities who help us carry the camping equipment and food.
  
• Water refill: At each rest and food point our cook provides us with boiled water that we can carry in our canteen.
  
• Cleaning supplies: The team provides us with a small bathtub and a towel to clean ourselves every day in the morning.
  
• Entrance ticket: Entrance ticket to Choquequirao.
  
• Final transportation: Tourist service from Capuliyoc – Cusco.

OUR PROGRAM DOES NOT INCLUDE:

• Flights: Domestic or international air service.
  
• Meals: Everything not mentioned in the itinerary. Breakfast on the first day, lunch and dinner on the last day.
  
• Extra expenses: Some expenses such as purchase of handicrafts, clothes or drinks, are also not included in the tour. Tips are also not included and are voluntary.
  
• Travel insurance: This is extremely important to enjoy a safe trip.

RECOMMENDATION

• Travel documents (Passport, Income and others provided).
  
• Backpack of 30 to 50 liters.
  
• Light clothing (polo shirts, shorts, sandals).
  
• Warm clothes (recommended for the night).
  
• Bathing clothes.
  
• Personal water bottle.
  
• Sun protection: Hat, sun block and sunglasses.
  
• Mosquito repellent.
  
• Cash in soles or dollars.
  
• Snacks.
  
• Personal towel.
  
• Rain poncho.
  
• Camera.
  
• Personal medication.