Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
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Acomodation
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Experience the enchanting Choquequirao Trek over 4 days with Terra Quechua Peru, In just 4 days, this journey will immerse you in the heart of the Andes, offering an authentic experience.
Visit Choquequirao Trek, you’ll witness the natural beauty of the Andean landscapes and delve into the rich history and traditions of this ancient land. Our commitment to responsible tourism ensures a minimal environmental footprint, preserving the pristine Andean beauty for future generations our small groups sizes provide an intimate experience, allowing you to connect more deeply with the stunning natural surroundings.
The Choquequirao Trek is a gateway to Machu Picchu, where you can engage with local communities and immerse yourself in their timeless traditions. Terra Quechua Peru prioritizes your safety and comfort, providing all the necessary equipment and support for a worry-free journey.
This 4-day Choquequirao trek offers a chance to escape the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in the tranquility and wonder of the Andes. Choquequirao, our final destination, awaits you at the end, its ancient ruins bearing witness to the enduring legacy of the Inca civilization.
Join us on this 4-day Choquequirao Trek and let Terra Quechua Peru be your guide on this unforgettable adventure. Book now and create lasting memories of this extraordinary journey throaugh the Andes.
Itinerary Choquequirao Trekking 4 Days / 3 Nights
DAY 1: CUSCO – CACHORA – CAPULIYOC – CHIQUISCA
We leave Cusco at 6.00 am in our private transport and drive towards Cachora, an Andean community located 4-5h from Cusco at 2800m/9184ft, the starting point of the trek where we meet our horsemen and horses. We start our hike climbing for two and a half hours towards the Abra Capuliyoc at 2750m/9020ft, where may we enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the Apurimac River Canyon. We then continue descending for two more hours towards Chiquisca, where we set our camp and spend the night. Meals L, D
DAY 2: CHIQUISCA –ROSALINA BEACH – SANTA ROSA – MARAMPATA
We leave Chiquisca as early as 6.00am to go down to Rosalina Beach, which will take about one hour. We then cross the Apurimac River and start climbing towards Santa Rosa, zigzagging up a steep slope. This climb will take an approximated 2h, and it is important that we leave early so that the heat does not make it more difficult than it has to be. In Santa Rosa, we make a half an hour break, where those who wish may try Cambray, a local sugar cane extract. Afterwards, we continue our hike slowly climbing for two and a half hours until we reach our lunch spot in Marampata. From here we walk another two hours until we reach the archaeological complex of Choquequirao, located at 3103m/10178ft, where we will set up camp and enjoy some free time to explore the terraces and buildings. When the sun starts to set, you might want to sit and contemplate the canyon, where condors are sometimes spotted. Meals B, L, D
DAY 3: MARAMPATA – CHOQUEQUIRAO – MARAMPATA
This morning we enjoy a complete guided tour of the Choquequirao complex: we will visit the high parts (Hanan), and the lower parts (Urin), and some areas that are still covered in wild foliage and ready to be restored into the way it was when the Incas owned it. After the tour, we start our walk back towards Santa Rosa, where we have lunch. We then continue descending for another 2 hours until we reach Rosalina Beach at 1450m/4756ft, where we might have time to take a refreshing dip in the waters of the Apurimac River. We camp and diner here. Meals B, L, D
DAY 4: MARAMPATA – ROSALINA BEACH – CHIQUISKA – CAPULIYOC – CUSCO
We leave camp after breakfast to start the two to three hour climb to Chiquisca, to then make our way back to the Abra Capuliyoc, close to which we have our lunch. Where a private transport will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. Estimated arrival time around 4.00pm. Meals : B, L
Includes
- Pre-departure briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transport to Cachora, starting point of the trek
- Choquequirao entrance fee for visitors and agency staff
- 3 nights in hostels (bed, pillows, blanquets)
- English speaking professional and official tourist guide (2 guides for groups of over 10 people)
- Chef and cooking equipment
- Pack animals (to carry food and cooking equipment)
- Pack animals to carry personal gear up to a maximum of 7kg per person (we will provide you a duffle bag for your clothes)
- 1 emergency horse every 6 person
- Accommodation for all our staff
- Meals (03B, 04L, 03D + daily morning snack + daily tea service except last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost
- Filtered boiled water from lunch time on 1st day onwards
- Bio-degradable personal hand soaps
- Bio-degradable dishwashing detergents used by our kitchen staff
- Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night, and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead
- Private transport from Cusco – Cachora – Cusco, including transfer to your hotel in Cusco
- 24-h guest service: please ask for the emergency number available during your time of visit
No Incluye
- Breakfast on the first day (stop in Cachora town)
- Dinner on the last day Cusco.
- extra money in cash soles 350 PEN
- Walking sticks US$15 pair
- Saddle Horse US$75 uphill only
- Drinks, cookies, candies, water, soda, energy drink.
Packing list Choquequirao Trekking 4 Days / 3 Nights
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection
- Water container and water for the first morning
- Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
- Small towel
- Swimsuit (if you wish to take a bath in the river)
- Cash in soles and/or US$
- Original passport
- Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
- Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage archaeological sites)
Prices Choquequirao Trekking 4 Days / 3 Nights
Price information:Price per person 2024 – 2025
Prices per person depend on the group size, the larger the group the lower the price per person.
Available discounts (these discounts are not cumulative)
Students: US$ 6.00 (students require a valid International Student Identity Card. Please note that Youth Travel Cards are not valid)Teenagers: US$ 6.00 (up to 15 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)Children: US$ 12.00 (up to 7 years of age, passport copy required for all bookings)Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Experience the enchanting Choquequirao Trek over 4 days with Terra Quechua Peru, In just 4 days, this journey will immerse you in the heart of the Andes, offering an authentic experience.
Visit Choquequirao Trek, you’ll witness the natural beauty of the Andean landscapes and delve into the rich history and traditions of this ancient land. Our commitment to responsible tourism ensures a minimal environmental footprint, preserving the pristine Andean beauty for future generations our small groups sizes provide an intimate experience, allowing you to connect more deeply with the stunning natural surroundings.
The Choquequirao Trek is a gateway to Machu Picchu, where you can engage with local communities and immerse yourself in their timeless traditions. Terra Quechua Peru prioritizes your safety and comfort, providing all the necessary equipment and support for a worry-free journey.
This 4-day Choquequirao trek offers a chance to escape the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in the tranquility and wonder of the Andes. Choquequirao, our final destination, awaits you at the end, its ancient ruins bearing witness to the enduring legacy of the Inca civilization.
Join us on this 4-day Choquequirao Trek and let Terra Quechua Peru be your guide on this unforgettable adventure. Book now and create lasting memories of this extraordinary journey throaugh the Andes.
DAY 1: CUSCO – CACHORA – CAPULIYOC – CHIQUISCA
We leave Cusco at 6.00 am in our private transport and drive towards Cachora, an Andean community located 4-5h from Cusco at 2800m/9184ft, the starting point of the trek where we meet our horsemen and horses. We start our hike climbing for two and a half hours towards the Abra Capuliyoc at 2750m/9020ft, where may we enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and the Apurimac River Canyon. We then continue descending for two more hours towards Chiquisca, where we set our camp and spend the night. Meals L, D
DAY 2: CHIQUISCA –ROSALINA BEACH – SANTA ROSA – MARAMPATA
We leave Chiquisca as early as 6.00am to go down to Rosalina Beach, which will take about one hour. We then cross the Apurimac River and start climbing towards Santa Rosa, zigzagging up a steep slope. This climb will take an approximated 2h, and it is important that we leave early so that the heat does not make it more difficult than it has to be. In Santa Rosa, we make a half an hour break, where those who wish may try Cambray, a local sugar cane extract. Afterwards, we continue our hike slowly climbing for two and a half hours until we reach our lunch spot in Marampata. From here we walk another two hours until we reach the archaeological complex of Choquequirao, located at 3103m/10178ft, where we will set up camp and enjoy some free time to explore the terraces and buildings. When the sun starts to set, you might want to sit and contemplate the canyon, where condors are sometimes spotted. Meals B, L, D
DAY 3: MARAMPATA – CHOQUEQUIRAO – MARAMPATA
This morning we enjoy a complete guided tour of the Choquequirao complex: we will visit the high parts (Hanan), and the lower parts (Urin), and some areas that are still covered in wild foliage and ready to be restored into the way it was when the Incas owned it. After the tour, we start our walk back towards Santa Rosa, where we have lunch. We then continue descending for another 2 hours until we reach Rosalina Beach at 1450m/4756ft, where we might have time to take a refreshing dip in the waters of the Apurimac River. We camp and diner here. Meals B, L, D
DAY 4: MARAMPATA – ROSALINA BEACH – CHIQUISKA – CAPULIYOC – CUSCO
We leave camp after breakfast to start the two to three hour climb to Chiquisca, to then make our way back to the Abra Capuliyoc, close to which we have our lunch. Where a private transport will be waiting to take us back to Cusco. Estimated arrival time around 4.00pm. Meals : B, L
Includes
- Pre-departure briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transport to Cachora, starting point of the trek
- Choquequirao entrance fee for visitors and agency staff
- 3 nights in hostels (bed, pillows, blanquets)
- English speaking professional and official tourist guide (2 guides for groups of over 10 people)
- Chef and cooking equipment
- Pack animals (to carry food and cooking equipment)
- Pack animals to carry personal gear up to a maximum of 7kg per person (we will provide you a duffle bag for your clothes)
- 1 emergency horse every 6 person
- Accommodation for all our staff
- Meals (03B, 04L, 03D + daily morning snack + daily tea service except last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost
- Filtered boiled water from lunch time on 1st day onwards
- Bio-degradable personal hand soaps
- Bio-degradable dishwashing detergents used by our kitchen staff
- Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night, and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead
- Private transport from Cusco – Cachora – Cusco, including transfer to your hotel in Cusco
- 24-h guest service: please ask for the emergency number available during your time of visit
- Breakfast on the first day (stop in Cachora town)
- Dinner on the last day Cusco.
- extra money in cash soles 350 PEN
- Walking sticks US$15 pair
- Saddle Horse US$75 uphill only
- Drinks, cookies, candies, water, soda, energy drink.
TERRA QUECHUA INFO: WHAT TYPE OF CLOTHING SHOULD I WEAR FOR THIS HIKE?
Hiking pants and T-shirts are recommended during the day, eventually complemented by sweaters, fleeces and jackets in the evening. We recommend convertible hiking pants and / or shorts as some parts of the route run at low altitude and warm weather. It is also very convenient to have light raingear available in the daypack (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes easily and rains can suddenly occur. At night, warm clothing is required along the route.
TERRA QUECHUA INFO: HOW IS THE CLIMATE?
Cusco’s climate is divided into two differentiated seasons: the rainy season, from November to April (the heaviest rainfalls occurring usually between January – March); and the dry season, from May to October. The dry season is colder, so temperatures can drop to below 0 degrees at night.
Along the route to Choquequirao, temperatures range from 15-25ºC during the day if it’s sunny, to 10-20ºC during the day if not sunny. Temperatures drop in the evening and at night, especially in Choquequirao, at a higher elevation, reaching 5ºC although rarely below. Warm clothes are hence however necessary for this hike.
TERRA QUECHUA INFO: HOW IS THE DIFFICULTY?
Very Challenging: The route has steep ups and downs, with changes of altitude in one day of over 1600m/5200ft and usually warm weather during the day due to the lower altitude vs Cusco. We recommend allowing one-day acclimatization in Cusco prior to the trek departure.
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera, films and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 20% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection
- Water container and water for the first morning
- Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
- Small towel
- Swimsuit (if you wish to take a bath in the river)
- Cash in soles and/or US$
- Original passport
- Original International Student Identity Card (in case you have applied for a student discount)
- Optional: walking sticks or poles (rubber covers required in order not to damage archaeological sites)
