- Trek
- 4 days
- Year round
- Private
- English-speaking optional
Along the way......
Choquequirao, or "The Cradle of Gold" – could a more evocative name be found for this abandoned city, surely one of the last Inca sanctuaries? Its incredible location: nestled in the mountainside and overlooking the choppy waters of the Apurimac River make it a strategic link between the Sierra and the Jungle. Choquequirao is well worth visiting despite the trek being a little demanding. The hiker will be well rewarded by the beauty of the citadel, which was discovered by the Frenchman Eugène de Sartiges in 1934.
Day 1 :
Departure from Cuzco for Cachora by vehicle. On the way, we cross important granite deposits and pass near the Incan archaeological remains of Saywite. The departure point of the trek is Cachora, at an altitude of 2850 meters a.s.l. (el. 9,350 feet). After going over the Capuliyoc Pass, descend to Chiquisca Camp. All included. Hiking time: around 7 hours; Climate: subtropical.
Day 2 :
The ascent of the highest part of the region begins at the bridge of Choquequirao (at an altitude of 1500 meters a.s.l. / el. 4,920 feet). Crossing of the villages of Santa Rosa and Maranpata (at an altitude of 2850 meters / el. 9,350 feet). Arrival at the site of Choquequirao, bivouac. All included. Hiking time: around 7 hours; Climate: warm in the day and cold at night.
Day 3 :
After watching the sunrise from the citadel, departure for the exploration of the ruins. Walk along the surrounding trails, to appreciate the incredible panorama of the Apurimac Canyon. Arrival in Carmen, via Playa (beach) San Ignacio. Night in a camp at an altitude of 2000 meters a.s.l. (el. 5,661 feet). All included. Hiking time: around 5 hours; Climate: Subtropical with mosquitoes.
Day 4 :
Visit of the Hacienda Tambo Bamba, offering rich agricultural production. Continuation of the journey via the community of Pacobamba. Arrival in Huanipaca, at an altitude of 3150 meters a.s.l. (el. 10,334 feet). Return by road to Cuzco and arrival at the hotel. Lunch included. Dinner open. Hiking time: around 5 hours; Climate: moderate.