Choquequirao Trek 4 Days and 3 Nights

Day 01: Cusco – Capuliyoc – Playa Rosalina – Santa Rosa

Descent into the Apurimac Canyon and the first ascent.

05:30 AM – The Adventure Begins: We leave Cusco early in the morning by private transport. After a 2-hour drive, we reach the town of Curahuasi, where you can order breakfast (not included) to fuel up for the day.

Arrival at Capuliyoc: We continue for 2 more hours to Capuliyoc (3,200 masl / 10,498 ft). This is the trailhead where we meet our horsemen and horses. Prepare your camera for the first breathtaking views of the Apurimac Valley and the snow-capped Padrayoc peak.

Descent to the River: We begin our descent through the eastern slopes of the Andes. You will notice the temperature rising as the flora changes from high-altitude vegetation to dry forest. We pass Coca Masana and continue downhill to Chiquiska (1,750 masl).

Crossing the Apurimac: We hike down to Playa Rosalina (1,550 masl) for a delicious lunch by the river. Afterwards, we cross the Apurimac River and begin the uphill hike to our first campsite at Santa Rosa (1,800 masl).

KEY DATA – DAY 1

• Distance Traveled: 12 km (7.4 miles).
• Walking Time: 8 to 9 hours.
• Camp Altitude: 1,800 masl (5,905 ft).
• Highlight: Views of the Apurimac Canyon.

Day 02: Santa Rosa – Choquequirao – Marampata

Conquering the Citadel and watching the Condors.

The Great Ascent: We wake up very early for breakfast and begin the steep climb towards Marampata. From here, the path smooths out as we approach the archaeological complex.

Exploring Choquequirao: We arrive at the site around midday. You will have time to explore Choquequirao step by step, admiring the intelligence of the Inca architects who built this masterpiece on a mountain ridge. It is a glorious journey back in time.

Flight of the Condor: Around 3:00 PM, keep your eyes on the sky. This is the best time to observe the majestic Andean condors flying from the canyon to higher zones.

Camping in Marampata: After exploring, we head to the Marampata campsite for dinner and a well-deserved rest under the stars.

KEY DATA – DAY 2

• Distance Traveled: 9 km (5.5 miles).
• Walking Time: 8 to 9 hours.
• Highlight: Guided tour of Choquequirao & Condors.
• Activity: Trek a Choquequirao exploration.

Day 03: Marampata – Playa Rosalina – Chiquiska – Cocamasana

The return journey through the canyon.

Descent to the River: After breakfast, we bid farewell to the citadel and begin our return. We descend along the same path, passing Santa Rosa, until we reach the beaches of the Apurimac River at Playa Rosalina.

Climb to Chiquiska: We arrive at Chiquiska for a revitalizing lunch. The heat of the canyon accompanies us as we continue our journey.

Final Ascent: After lunch, we tackle the uphill hike to reach Cocamasana, where we will spend our last night camping with panoramic views of the valley.

KEY DATA – DAY 3

• Distance Traveled: 17 km (10.5 feet).
• Walking Time: 9 hours.
• Camp Altitude: Cocamasana.

Day 04: Cocamasana – Capuliyoc – Cusco

Farewell to the Apus and return to civilization.

The Last Push: Early in the morning, after breakfast, we climb for about 3 hours to reach the Mirador Capuliyoq.

Scenic Lunch: Here, we take a final look at the majestic Apurimac Canyon and the Padrayoc snow-capped mountain decorating the landscape. We will enjoy our last lunch together at the lookout.

Return to Cusco: Our private transport will be waiting to take us back to the city. We will arrive in Cusco between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM, ending this incredible adventure.

KEY DATA – DAY 4

• Distance Traveled: 4 km (2.4 miles).
• Walking Time: 3 hours.
• End of Service: Hotel in Cusco.

Why Choose the Choquequirao Trek?

While many look for a choquequirao trek to machu picchu, this 4-day version allows you to fully experience the solitude and grandeur of the “Cradle of Gold” without the extended duration. It is a challenging but rewarding choquequirao trek tour that connects you deeply with the Andean spirit.

Includes:

• Bilingual and certified Tour Guide
• A briefing about the trek with your guide the day before
• Pick up from your accommodation in Cusco
• Private transportation to go to the Trail Head
• Entrance fees to Choquequirao
• A duffel bag where you can put inside 08 kilos from your personal stuff (it will be carry by the horses or mules)
• Horses or mules and muleteer to carry camping equipments and cooking stuff
• Transportation, Cusco to Cachora
• Four season tents (2 trekkers in each one) you will have enough space to put things inside
• Camping equipment (Kitchen tent, portable chairs and table)
• Mattresses
• 3 Meals per day during the trek (food served in a buffet style)
• Professional Cook
• Snack for each day of trekking
• Boiled water to drink during the trail
• Availability of meals to your preference (vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, pesquetarian, etc)
• Transportation, Cachora to Cusco
• First Aid Kit, with Oxigen ballon.
• A Survivor T – shirt, for each member of the group

Doesn’t includes:

• Breakfast on the first day and lunch on the last day
• Extra expense if you want to buy things along the trail
• Entrance fees to Waynapicchu Mountain or Mountain Machu Picchu. (it has an extra cost of 70 dollars per person)
• Sleeping bags (you can rent from us which cost 20 dollars for a professional one, which can support until -15 degrees celcius or 5 degrees farenheit)
• Walking sticks (you can rent from us which cost 15 dollars for a professional black diamond pair)
• Mineral water (you can buy bottle of mineral water in Ollantaytambo)
• Tips for the team (Is not obligatory but if you wish to do it, it will be welcome)

• Original Passport
• Travel Insurance card (you have to le tus know the name of your Travel Insurance company and you travel Insurance Number)
• Day Pack
• Rain coat or Rain Poncho
• Cold Clothes (For the first and Second day)
• Trekking shirts and trekking pants
• Waterproof hiking shoes
• Warm jacket
• Bottle of Water
• Flash Light
• Toilet Paper
• Sun Block
• Sun Glasses
• Caps or Hats
• Gloves (for the first and second day)
• Insect Repellent (30% DEET Recommended)
• Sleeping Bags
• Walking sticks
• Camera with extra batteries
• Extra money especially in soles to buy thing along the trek

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