Tour Availability

Every Day

Arrival City

Cusco

Minimum Age

8

Maximum Age

60

Group Size

2 - 14

Difficulty

Extreme

OVERVIEW

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Choquequirao Wasi Camp, exploring one of the most remote corners of the Inca Empire. In this program, your visit to Choquequirao is scheduled for the third day.

Throughout the journey, you’ll enjoy meals and accommodations provided by the local community, contributing to the revitalization of their economy. The camp, led by an officially accredited tour guide, is situated along the route to Choquequirao.

We offer an organized tour to this impressive archaeological site. Our team is 100% local, based in the district of San Pedro de Cachora, which is the busiest and safest access point to Choquequirao.

This 4-day, 3-night experience allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty and history of the region, with the support and expertise of local guides.

Horse to Ride

If you want to rent a horse to ride, it is an extra 200 soles for the entire trip.
If you want a horse to ride for the last day of return, the price is only 100 soles per horse, plus another equal one per muleteer, which is coordinated with the group and the guide during the walk.

Entry Tickets

Entry ticket: 60 soles for adults (national or foreign), 30 soles for students with ID (national or foreign).
First Sunday of each month: Entry free for passengers identified with Peruvian national ID.

Additional Costs

You can buy water and rehydration in some camps, but the price will be a little more than normal because all stores are supplied only with horses.
If you want to save money, you can buy bottles with water filters or water purification tablets at pharmacies.
Hot shower and Wi-Fi have extra cost.

What to Bring

Bring only what is necessary for 4 days of personal clothing, very comfortable hiking shoes with a good sole so that you do not slip (cutting your toenails).
Extra light shoes in case the trekking shoes fail.
A pair of polo shirts, a pair of pants, a jacket for the cold, a hat or cap for warmth.
Bandanas that cover the face from wind, dust, and heat (we sell for 10 soles).
Swimwear in case we are going to enter the Cconoc thermal water, which is optional.
Personal towels since the camps do not have them.
Very important: rain poncho, mosquito repellent, sunscreen, fruits, cookies, water.
Personal medication, bandages, knee rubs since it is a very common problem due to the difficulty of the road.
Head or hand flashlights in case of emergency if we go walking at night.
Portable chargers recommended since the energy in each camp is limited with a solar panel and it is difficult to charge cell phones.
Wi-Fi is available in some camps for an extra cost (Chikiska, Marampata, and Capuliyoc).
Hot showers in each camp for an extra cost of approximately 10 soles depending on the camp.

Day 1 :

Cusco - Capuliyoc - Chikiska

This day the meeting point in the city of Cusco in group service is in the regocijo square that is next to the main square between 6:30 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. if is a private service the pick up is in the hotel .
Our transport will take us for about 3 hours and a half to the SAYWITE archaeological park where there is a stone carved by the Incas where they designed many miniature architectures as a model. Besides there are more ceremonial centers.
If you leave Abancay, the meeting point is coordinated internally at approximately 9 am to then go up to the Saywite stone and be able to visit that place.
After that we will continue in the car for 1 more hour to Cachora place Capuliyoc where we can enjoy our lunch with a view of the Apurimac Canyon and the snowy Padreyoc. Then we will begin our adventure, we start to descend for about 3 hours approx. Passing through the viewpoints of Cocamasana to Chikiska, where we will have our dinner and spend the night there in a rural lodging that has rooms with double or matrimonial beds.

Day 2 :

Chikiska - Marampata

We start the day early, after breakfast we will continue descending for 1 hour to the Apurímac River, a place called Playa Rosalina, crossing the river we start to climb to Santa Rosa for an hour and a half to 2 hours approx. This part the physical effort is strong and we try to climb when is still shadow without the sun.
After a short break we will continue climbing for another 3 hours and a half aprox. to the town of Marampata, where we have lunch and in the afternoon free time to rest. Marampata is a nice place town to see the sun set if we are luky.
After climbing 1500 masl we rest the rest of the day, in the same place is our dinner and hostal

Day 3 :

Marampata - Choquequirao - Santa Rosa baja

This day is one of the most important since we will visit the archaeological park of Choquequirao.
Very early after breakfast we will walk for approximately 2 hours (4km) to Choquequirao, we will arrive at the place between 7 to 8 am approximately. We will visit all the main places since the place is considered biger than Machupicchu.
Lunch will be brought by our muleteer, at noon we will have a box lunch. We will continue with the visit until approximately 2 pm and then return to Marampata and descend to the Santa Rosa Camp, dinner and lodging.

Day 4 :

Santa Rosa - Chikiska - Capuliyoc

We start the day early after a snack we begin to descend for approximately 1 hour and a half to the Apurimac River, 1 hour up to Chikiska where we will have a short break for breakfast and then continue the climb for 3 and a half to 4 hours until Capuliyoc, arriving at the place for our Lunch, rest in the afternoon.
This day we started early to avoid the sun rising from the Apurimac River since this part receives the sun’s rays very early and walking under it is very exhausting.
Arriving at the camp we have a small campfire and we spend our last night in the mountain cabins with a view of the Apurímac canyon and the Padreyoc snow- capped mountain, a magical night.
This day sounds strong due to the demand of the walk. In the first two days of this trip the walk is not so demanding, there you can check your physical resistance, If you think it is too hard, the day before you can take the option of renting a horse to ride the entire climb, the price and the coordination can be done with the guide in charge of the group.

FAQs

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How difficult is the Choquequirao Trek?

Hard! This trek is not for the average hiker because you need to cross the Apurimac canyon on foot. It includes a steep ascent from the valley floor to the crest of the mountains and high cloud forests that hide the archeological site of Choquequirao. There are plenty of zigzag-turns to deal with the steep incline, but the final part towards the Choquequirao is luckily flat. Even though the Choquequirao trek is very challenging, it is definitely worth it! Besides, it is very likely that no other person will be around, and you will have the Choquequirao ruins just for yourself!

When is the best time to trek to Choquequirao?

We have two main seasons in the Andes Moutnains, the rainy season (November-March) and the dry season (April-October).

During the rainy, warmer season temperatures average around 15°C / 60°F during the day and 5°C / 40°F at night. However, these temperatures may feel a lot colder to you.

During the dry season the weather is sunny and clear, and on average 20° C / 70 °F during the day but much colder at night, around -3 °C / 26 °F.

What should I pack for the Choquequirao Trek?

One personal daypack (a 30 to 50 L backpack is sufficient). Before your trek we will give you one extra duffle bag from our office to carry your extra clothes and personal items (max. 5kg).
Reusable water bottle
Small coins in Peruvian Soles (Keep small change on hand too for water bottles, snacks, and toilet paper.)
Rain jacket or rain poncho
Strong footwear (Waterproof trekking boots recommended.)
Sleeping bag (also available for rent)
Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
Enough clothes for the whole period of the trek (long-sleeve trekking shirts, short-sleeve shirts, leggings or trekking pants, shorts, pairs of underwear, sweatpants for the night, pairs of hiking socks, a rain poncho, an insulated jacket, gloves, beanie, a hat with a brim, hiking boots, and sandals to rest your feet at the campsites.
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Additional snacks (remember that we supply you with plenty of food already.)
Original passport

How can I prepare for the hike and prevent altitude sickness?

The best way to prepare yourself for this trekking experiencee is easy: spend at least 2 to 3 days at a high-altitude place like Cusco, so your body gets used to the high altitude. If you have already been to a high altitude destination before arriving to Cusco, we still recommend you spend at least one full day in Cusco to rest, recuperate from your trip, and enjoy the beautiful views of the city before your trek.

Additionally, taking good care of your body helps deal with the extra pressures that altitude creates. We recommend you to eat healthy food, drink lots of water and stay away from alcohol. Chewing coca leaves, drinking coca tea helps to alleviate any discomfort associated with the altitude.

I’ve made my reservation, now what?

Congratulations, adventure awaits you! We sent you a confirmation e-mail with more details about your trekking adventure. The day before your departuer at 6:00 pm, please stop by our office located in Portal Espinar Nro 163 to receive the informative briefing. Our professional guide will tell you everything about your trek and clarify last questions you may have.

What type food is served on the trek?

We serve a variety of local superfoods and traditional Peruvian dishes with rice, chicken, beef, salad, potatoes, vegetables, delicious soups and fruits. Everything will be freshly prepared by our local chef.

We have a lot of vegetarian travellers and our cooks have some great options for them to enjoy their meals. We can cater for or all other types of dietary requests with adequate preparation and clear communication.

Can I leave extra luggage in your office?

Yes, you can leave extra luggage in our office free of charge.

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes?

The minimum group size for private tours is 2 people and the maximum group size is 15 people. There will be an assistant guide for groups over 12.

What are your cancellation and refund policies?

Please feel free to review our Terms & Conditions and let us know if you have any questions or requests regarding our cancellation policy, which is available on our website.