- Rosalina Beach
- Choquequirao
- Cocamasana
- Conoc
You will experience different microclimates, ecosystems, and biodiversity of flora and fauna. It is currently a hidden gem that is not easily accessible to visitors but not impossible either
Highlights
05 Day Choquequirao Trek – Private Service
This Tour 05 Day Choquequirao Trek – Choquequirao trekking is a fascinating walk which goes into the Apurimac canyon. It is the distant and little-visited “Lost City of the Incas.” The meaning of the name in Quechua is “the Golden Cradle” and is considered as the place where the last Inca rulers went after losing the city of Cusco during the Spanish conquest. This Inca archaeological site is considered as “The Sister of Machu Picchu.”
During the tour, you will appreciate beautiful landscapes and mountain, remote ancient villages celebrated in the last century by the ranchers, an exceptional Inca town built on the top of the hills by the Mitimaes of Chachapoyas to honor the great Pachacutec.
Overview Choquequirao Trek Difficulty
DAY 1: CUSCO – CACHORA – CHIQUISKA (L)(D)
- Walking Distance – 6km / 3.73 miles
- Starting Elevation – 3350 m. / 10990 feet.
- Highest Elevation – 3350 m. / 10990 feet.
- Campsite Elevation – 1900 m. / 6270 feet.
- Difficulty: Moderate
DAY 2: CHIQUISKA – ROSALINAS BEACH – CHOQUEQUIRAO (B)(L)(D)
- Walking Distance – 19km / 11.81 miles
- Starting Elevation – 1900 m. / 6270 feet.
- Highest Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet.
- Campsite Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet.
- Difficulty: Formidable
DAY 3: CHOQUEQUIRAO (B)(L)(D)
- Starting Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet.
- Highest Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet.
- Campsite Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet.
- Difficulty: Easy
DAY 4: CHOQUEQUIRAO – COCAMASANA (B)(L)(D)
- Walking Distance – 25km / 16.54 miles
- Starting Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet..
- Highest Elevation – 3150 m. / 10397 feet.
- Campsite Elevation –
- Difficulty: Formidable
DAY 5: COCAMASANA – CONOC – CUSCO (B)
- Walking Distance – 2km / 1.24 miles
- Starting Elevation – 1900 m. / 6270 feet.
- Difficulty: Easy
Itinerary
DAY 1: CUSCO – CACHORA – CHIQUISKA
Firstly, we will leave the hotel in Cusco early at 05:30 a.m. Consequently, we will travel around 4 hours to reach the town of San Pedro de Cachora, the place where we’ll have our breakfast. As well we will meet our muleteers who will take the mules. So, in the zone called Capuliyoc, we will begin our two-hour walk to the “Abra of Capuliyoc” (2894 masl / 9,495 ft.) where we will have lunch. As a result, we will continue with the descent of approximately 3 hours towards Chiquiska (1,900 masl), the place of our first camp where we will enjoy our dinner.
- Lodging: Campsite in Chiquiska
DAY 2: CHIQUISKA – ROSALINAS BEACH – CHOQUEQUIRAO
After taking our nutritious breakfast, we will hike for 5 hours towards Maranpata to have lunch and enjoy the beautiful view of Choquequirao. After that, we will walk two more hours to reach the archaeological complex of Choquequirao and spend the night near it. Certainly, in the afternoon, we will have tea time, then dinner.
- Lodging: Campsite in Choquequirao
DAY 3: CHOQUEQUIRAO
Most importantly, this day is essential as we will tour the entire archaeological complex of Choquequirao and explore some places that are covered by the lush vegetation of the cloud forest. Then, our guide will be responsible for providing you all the relevant information about the site, its history, and the importance it had in the past. After that, you will have free time to explore the complex on your own. Therefore, lunch and dinner will be served in our camp, after nightfall, we will rest in the same place as the night before.
- Lodging: Campsite in Choquequirao
DAY 4: CHOQUEQUIRAO – COCAMASANA
Certainly, we will start the long descent towards the Apurimac River, where we will stop for lunch. After that, we will begin to ascend gradually around 3 to 4 hours towards our last camp that is Cocamasana (2300 m.s.m.) to have our dinner. Here we will have spectacular views of the Choquequirao route.
- Lodging: Campsite in Cocamasana
DAY 5: COCAMASANA – CONOC – CUSCO
After having obtained a delicious breakfast, we will walk around two hours to reach the Apurimac canyon and get amazing photos. Certainly, here ends our trek, which we will continue our trip by bus back to Cusco. Consequently, on the way, we will stop to observe the enormous stone of Saywite, carved by the Incas in the representation of their empire. Subsequently, after 2 hours, we can enjoy the thermal waters of Conoc to relax and have a delicious lunch. Finally, we will arrive in Cusco.
What´s Included
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK INCLUDED:
- A briefing at your hotel (6 p.m.) the night before you depart
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
- Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+.
- Chef.
- Mules carry cooking and camping equipment and 7kg of your items.
- Pick-up and transportation from your hotel to the start of the trail.
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the trek when you need to bring your own).
- 4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Afternoon Snacks, and 4 Dinners. If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian food, please let us know.
- Dining tent with tables and chairs.
- Four-person tent for every two trekkers.
- Foam mats.
- Oxygen bottle.
- First aid kit.
- Entrance to Choquequirao.
NOT INCLUDED:
- Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from us).
- Breakfast on Day 1
- Lunch on Day 5.
- Tips.
- Entrance to Conoc
- Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your trip.
WHAT TO BRING FOR CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK
- Original Passport
- Current University Card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
- Walking boots
- Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Hat and gloves
- T-shirts
- Swimwear and slippers (for showers and hot springs).
- Comfortable Trousers
- Sun hat
- Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
- Insect repellant
- Toiletries and hand sanitizer
- Personal medication
- Camera and film
- Torch with spare batteries or Headlamps.
Prices
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK 5 DAYS RUNS AS A PRIVATE SERVICE
****Daily Departure with at least 02 people****
| NUMBER OF PAXS | PRICE PER PERSON | ACTION |
|---|---|---|
| *02 people | US$ 639.00 | Book Now |
| *03 people | US$ 619.00 | |
| *04 people | US$ 599.00 | Book Now |
| *05 people | US$ 579.00 | Book Now |
| *06- 08 people | US$ 539.00 | Book Now |
Discounts for Choquequirao trek 5 days:
- Under 18 years old: US$ 25:00 Please send us a copy of the passport at the booking time.
- Student Discount (Maximum Age 25 years old): US$ 25:00 Student discounts apply to anyone who has a valid UNIVERSITY STUDENT CARD at the time of the trek or who is 17-years-old or younger. Likewise, For those using a university student card to receive the discount, we need to see a copy of the card at booking. Similarly, For those booking children 17-years-old or younger, we need a copy of their passport at booking time. So, Please send all to info@inkayniperutours.com. More Information about STUDENT CARD.
Extra Services?
| SERVICE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Hire of sleeping bag 5 season | $30.00 |
| Walking stick highly recommended! | $15.00 |
| Single supplement | $70.00 |
| Additional night at 3-star hotel | $85.00 |
FAQS?
Why take this tour with us?
Inkayni Peru Tours is continually working to become one of the most responsible tour operators in Peru. We ideally try to keep our groups to a limit of 10 persons. Therefore, since we fully operate all of our treks, we have complete control over the quality of our service. Therefore, we want to make sure that you have a great experience on all our treks and tours.
Above all, it is also crucial that all the people involved in the operation of our services are treated and taken care of properly, and that the benefits brought by tourism are shared throughout the Peruvian communities.
