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Choquequirao Trek 5 Days

5 Days & 4 Nights
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Trip Length: 5 days and 4 nights
Departure: Cusco
Group Size: 12 PER GROUP
Availability: Daily Departures
Trip Styles: Hiking
Max Altitude: 3035 M. / 9957 FT.
Lodging Type: Camps
Difficulty: Vigorous
Overview

Choquequirao Trek 5 Days

Choquequirao 5 days trek is a more accommodating adventure, since you will have enough time to appreciate the wonderful landscape of beautiful snowy mountains and deep canyons, without a doubt the choquequirao 5 days package is the best option to learn more about the Inca culture.

The name Choquequirao means “Cradle of Gold” in the Quechua language. This spectacular archaeological site is located above the furious Apurímac River and is surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks. Very few tourists visit it because it’s not as well-known as Machu Picchu, but it’s 3 times bigger. It’s said to have been one of the last refuges of the Incas that tried to resist the Spanish invasion. Later, Choquequirao was abandoned, and the dense vegetation of the cloud forest ended up hiding it.

Choquequirao trek is an appealing alternative trek to the Inca Trail. The lesser-known ruins of Choquequirao feature similar architecture and layout to the more famous ruins of Machu Picchu.

On this adventurous trek into the world of the past, we will walk on Incan highways, hike through high Andean landscapes with majestic glaciers, descend into deep canyons where the condors fly, and pass through biologically diverse cloud forest ecosystems. You will also see native animals such as Andean Condors, other smaller local birds, and native flora and fauna, including orchids, and so much more!

Why Take the Choquequirao?

  • Far less crowded and more authentic trekking experience than the classic Inca Trail
  • Variation in sceneries due to ranges in altitudes
  • Get off the beaten path to discover Choquequirao.
  • Immerse yourself in history from the last days of the Inca Empire.
  • Hike into one of the deepest canyons of Peru, the Apurimac.
Itinerary

DAY 1A Day Full of Wonderful Landscapes and Fresh Andean Air

Places we will arrive
Cusco
Cachora
Capuliyoc
Chiquisca
La Playa
Santa Rosa Camp
We’ll start our adventure very early in the morning. We’ll pick you up at your hotel at 4:30 a.m. and will travel for 4 hours in our private mobility to Cachora. We will stop along the way to enjoy a nutritious and delicious breakfast (price not included) while we contemplate the impressive snow-capped mountains of Salkantay and Humantay in the distance. In Cachora we’ll meet the rest of the team of assistants as well as the animals who’ll carry our belongings and after defining some details we’ll begin the walk. 4 hours downhill awaits us to the lunch point in Chikiska, a beautiful town full of fruit fields. Along the route we’ll be able to contemplate the impressive landscape that the Apurímac Valley offers, as well as two other gigantic snow-capped mountains: Padreyoc and Wayna Cachora. We’ll continue the descent for 2 more hours until we reach the bottom of the valley where you’ll find the fast moving Apurímac river, whose name in Quechua means “speaking God”, which is ideal for canoeing thanks to its class 5 rapids. Then, we’ll make a 2-hour ascent until you reach the Santa Rosa camp (1,970 masl / 6,463 fasl) where a delicious dinner and an incredible night of rest await you.
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
  • Accommodation:Camps
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Walking Distance:16 km / 7.mi
  • Camp elevation:1,970 m / 6,970 ft
  • Climate:Hot during the day, cold at night.

DAY 2Enjoy Your First Glimpse of the Ruins

Places we will arrive
Santa Rosa
Marampata
Choquequirao Camp
After savoring a delicious breakfast, we’ll continue our journey and start the walk at 5:30 a.m. A 3-hour zig-zag climb awaits us, up to Marampata (3,100 masl / 10,170 fasl) where you can capture impressive photographs of the canyon and the snow-capped peaks. Then a gradual descent of 3.5 hours will begin that will take you to the very archaeological complex of Choquequirao where you’ll enjoy lunch. Our camp will be set up near there. Contemplate your surroundings, feel the energy that this place has stored for 5 centuries, and take advantage to stretch your muscles as we will briefly visit the most important places in Choquequirao. At sunset, enjoy a beautiful sunset that will flood the endless valleys and white glacial mountains with its orange light. When it begins to get dark we will return to the camp to enjoy a dinner that will comfort your stomach and restore your energy.
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
  • Accommodation:Camps
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Walking Distance:8 km / 4.30 m
  • Camp elevation:2900 m / 9,514 ft
  • Climate:Hot during the day, cold at night

DAY 3Explore the Ancient Wonder That is Choquequirao

Places we will arrive
Maranpata
Choquequirao Archaeological Complex
Choquequirao Camp
We’ll take the day to explore in great detail this incredible Inca site that’s located on the mountains and very close to the deepest canyon in the entire American continent. You can already imagine the incredible landscapes that surround this colossal Inca construction. A 14-minute walk will take us to the Main Square of Choquequirao and then we will visit the most impressive corners of this fascinating place. Much larger than Machu Picchu, Choquequirao shows squares, food stores, temples, and impressive platforms that will make you constantly ask yourself: how were the Incas able to build this on top of the mountains? Don’t miss the famous white stone flames that adorn the platforms practically built on the hillside and that are located in the direction of the mountain that protects that sector the Apu Qoriwayrachina. In many ways, Choquequirao remains a mystery. According to experts, for now, only about 50% is visible. At the end of the day, we will return to our camp and enjoy a delicious dinner.
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
  • Accommodation:Camps
  • Difficulty:Easy
  • Camp elevation:2900 m / 9,514 ft
  • Highest Elevation:3030 m / 9940 ft

DAY 4Relax Today and Enjoy the Surrounding Natural Beauty

Places we will arrive

Return Hike

Choquequirao
La Playa
Chiquisca Camp
After the delicious breakfast, we’ll start our return. A 4-hour downhill walk to La Playa awaits us. Along the way you’ll have the opportunity to taste some delicious fruits. At La Playa, we’ll enjoy a nutritious lunch and then we’ll ascend for 2 hours to the Chiquisca camp located in the backyard of the house of one of the local families. Take this opportunity to make new friends and learn about the Andean lifestyle. You’ll be able to observe closely the deep relationship that the Andean settlers have with Pachamama or Mother Nature. After a delicious dinner you can rest peacefully.
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
  • Accommodation:Camps
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Camp elevation:1900 m / 6,234 ft
  • Highest Elevation:3030 m / 9940 ft

DAY 5Chill In Hot Springs Before Heading Back to Cusco

Places we will arrive

Return Hike

Chiquisca
Coca Masana
Capuliyoc
Conoc Hot Springs
Cusco Hotel
We’ll enjoy the last breakfast of the route while listening to the powerful roar of the river and then we will leave as early as possible to avoid the midday sun hindering our walk. Join forces, take a deep breath, and focus on the energy of nature as you hike 4 hours to Capuliyoc. There we’ll have our last lunch and then you’ll board our private mobility that will take you back to the city of Cusco. Take advantage of the last opportunity you’ll have to observe the immense snow-capped mountains that have embraced you with affection during the route and that have allowed you to arrive safely. Perhaps your body is very tired, but the joy and satisfaction that you’ll feel in your soul will be indescribable. We’ll arrive in the city of Cusco at approximately 8:00 p.m.
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Difficulty:Moderate
  • Walking Distance:4.9 miles
Trip Info
Inclusions
Packing List
Before You Go

High Quality Service & Safety

  • Pre-departure briefing
  • Experienced Guide speaks English and Spanish
  • Medical Kit – First Aid Kit
  • Private Camping Equipment
  • One duffle bag
  • Customer Service 24/7

Permits & Entrance Tickets

  • Entrance Ticket to Choquequirao Archaeological Site

Transportation

  • Private transportation from Cusco at the start of the trek
  • Horses, and muleteers horses carry your 8-kg / 16-pound personal items.
  • Return transportation from the end of the trek to Cusco to your Hotel.

Meals

  • Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, and 4 Dinners
  • Meals: vegetarian and vegan
  • Water
  • Wake up tea
  • Tea Time or Happy Hour
  • Snacks on the trail daily
  • Products for hygiene

Accommodation

  • Personal Accommodation in Private Campsites

Extra inclusions

  • PRO Air sleeping pad, Therma-Rest brand
  • Sleeping bag
  • trekking stick
  • Extra oxygen

What Is Not Included?

  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips for our staff
  • Additional costs or delays out of control of the management
  • Original Passport
  • Walking boots
  • Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
  • Warm jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Comfortable trousers
  • Sun hat
  • Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
  • Insect repellant
  • Toiletries and hand sanitiser
  • Personal medication
  • Camera and film with extra batteries
  • Torch with spare batteries
  • Daypack

Information Before leaving for the Choquequirao Trail Peru

We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as easy as possible. In this section, you will find speedy answers to all those questions you had about Choquequirao Trail  in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.

Has another question that we haven’t answered here? Drop us a line, and we will get back to you asap!

Briefing or informative meeting

All information meetings are held in your hotel at 6:00 p.m., one night before the tour begins. If you cannot attend, you must coordinate another time at the (Peru Hike) offices. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes and there you will be given a small duffel bag, in which you’ll put all the belongings you intend to bring on the trek that won’t be in your day pack.

Duffel bag or canvas case:

ou’ll receive a canvas case or duffel bag during your briefing. The porters will take them on the way and will deliver them to you when you get to each camp. They measure 66 cm / 2 ft. Long x 36 cm / 1 ft. Wide.

A maximum of 5 kg is allowed for each duffel bag that includes the weight of your sleeping bag, mat, clothes and other personal items.

Payment of Trek Balance (in Cusco)

The trek has to be paid for in full by at least 7.30 pm two days before departure. For example, if your tour departs on a Wednesday, then you must come to our office before 7.30 pm on Monday.

It would be much appreciated if you pay the trek balance in cash US dollars or local currency. You can withdraw some money from several ATMs along Avenida Sol (either in US dollars or local Peruvian Soles). You can pay by credit card or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay an 8% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. We do not accept bank checks or payment of the balance by traveler’s checks.

Storing your luggage at our Office.

Of course! During the travel, your main luggage can be stored at our office(you can organize briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.

Any equipment that you are not going to need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (In the unlikely case of theft many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing all the items). Best put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.

Pickups:

Peru Hike Company can pick you up from your hotel, as long as it’s in the Historic Center of Cusco. The pickup time will be coordinated with your guide in the briefing. The pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic. Cusco is a very old city, therefore, it has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs may be located on streets without access to cars or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. We strongly recommend that you book accommodation with good access.

Group tours:

Group tours are made up of different types of people. Physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if said modifications can be made.

Strikes and demonstrations:

Strikes and demonstrations are usually frequent in Peru and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your excursion as planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date. Under these circumstances, tours may also be cancelled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority and our decisions will be made to protect it.

Lost objects:

You’re responsible for your objects during the tour. Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our trucks, tents, or restaurants.

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This choquequirao trek was amazing from start to finish. My guide Zugar was fantastic and very knowledgeable. The cook whipped up really good meals. Lucked out with the weather too.
Had the site to ourselves for 2.5 hours what an incredible experience. Lunch was also planned and delivered to the site which was so atmospheric.
The trek is not easy but the rewards are well worth the effort.
If you fancy visiting a site away from the crowds to enjoy the beautiful archeological site with very few people this is the place for you.

15 April, 2021
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