4 days

About this activity

Choquequirao is situated in the vast landscape of the Vilcabamba Range above the Apurimac River Canyon. Thick forest has covered this Inca site for many years and it has only recently been discovered. Choquequirao was the dwelling of the last rebel Incas of Vilcabamba and similar to Machu Picchu, it is thought that the Spanish never discovered it. This is a challenging trek traversing different ecosystems. There are amazing views of the Vilcabamba Range and the trail descends deep into the Apurimac Canyon, a truly magnificent hike. See itinerary for full details.

Included

Briefing one day before the trek.
Hotel pickup and drop-off
3 nutritious meals per day (vegetarian options available)
Drinking water along the trek.
Bilingual guide (Assistant Guide for groups over 6 passengers)
Chef (assistant chef for larger groups)
Quadruple tents to be used by two people, allowing more comfort and more space to store backpacks.
Mules (for equipment and personal items) and muleteers.
Inflatable mattresses.
Sleeping liner and pillow.
Saddled horse in case of emergencies or if you are making very little progress (this horse is with the group at all time)
First aid kit and oxygen bottle.
Kitchen tent and dining tent with camp tables and chairs.
Toilet tent.
Duffel bags (up to 7Kg/15lbs per person). This will be provided by your guide at your briefing.

Not included

Breakfast on the first morning
Dinner on the last night
Sleeping bag. If you don’t want to bring your own, we can hire this for you
Gratuities

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Minimum age is 18 years
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
What you should bring
Sleeping bag. (We can hire this for you)
Small and light weight backpack with a change of clothes for when you are hiking during the day, remember to bring all kind of clothes for a vast changes in temperature.
Warm clothes; remember that the temperature can reach below zero during the nights of the winter months. Feather jackets, fleeces, scarf, beanie and wooly gloves.
Rain gear (trousers and jackets is possible) plastic ponchos can be bought in Cusco for about USD1.
Thermal clothing. Especially for the night.
Trekking boots, preferably waterproof.
Sandals to let breathe your feet at the camp, a swimsuit and a towel
Flashlight with extra batteries.
Walking sticks (if desired). We can hire these to you.
Camera (NB: batteries are consumed faster in cold climates).
Special medication you may need. (Second skin for blister highly recommended)
Snacks like energy bars, chocolates, dry fruits, etc.
Binoculars (if you have them)
Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
Mosquito repellent. (20% deet minimum recommended)
Non-disposable canteen.
Toilet paper, pack in & pack out.
Cash for Snacks, tips and souvenirs.
Original passport and ISIC (International Student Identity Card) if you have it.

Features

Tourism

95% Cultural

60% Aquatic

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4-Day Tour: Choquequirao Trek from Cusco