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Choquequirao Imperial Trek is designed for you to enjoy more comfortably the landscapes of the apurimac valley, the diversity of plants and orchids, the animals that exist within the whole tour as the famous Andean Condor, the Andean bear (Tremarctos ornatus), etc.
This is a spectacular hike through the Andes of Peru. You can visit the architectural complex of Choquequirao, which is situated in Vilcabamba at 3100 meters, and is considered the last Inka refuge and place of resistance from the invaders. When doing this trek you will enjoy hiking in beautiful scenery, you'll see the impressive Apurimac Canyon, you’ll see flora and wildlife in the path. This route offers a strenuous but formidable journey due to the various existing ecosystems.
Starting Altitude – 2900m / 9515ft.
Highest Altitude – 3050m / 10,005ft
Walking Distance – 64 km / 40 miles
- Longest Day - Day 1, approximately 25 km/15.5 miles
- Overall Difficulty - Difficult
Aclimatization is highly Recommended.
Important: Campsites may vary depending on booking time, weather conditions or on restrictions undertaken for safety reasons by the Peruvian Goverment.
Because of its altitude, Choquequirao has a temperate climate. However, it should be noted that the road to Choquequirao is warm because of the Apurimac canyon.
Choquequirao was presumably used as a control site to ensure access to areas of Vilcabamba, connecting the jungle with other major centers like Pisac and Machu Picchu. The archaeological remains of Choquequirao are comprised of buildings and terraces on different levels, in which their terraces stand out due to 22 carvings on stone with figures known as "Llamas del Sol" arranged in 15 platforms towards the snowy Qori Hauyrachina. Choquequirao features a large system of platforms/terraces.
- DAY 1: Cusco – Cachora – Chiquiska.
- DAY 2: Chiquiska – Choquequirao.
- DAY 3: Choquequirao.
- DAY 4: Choquequirao – Coca Masana.
- DAY 4: Coca Masana - Cachora – Cusco.
we will pick you up at your hotel in a private bus. We start from Cusco, then we go to the town of Cachora (3100 masl), here we find the carriers and support staff, in Cachora we’ll start our walk, after 2 hours of walking we reach Capuliyoc (2915 m) from there we’ll have a beautiful view of the snowy peaks Padrayoc, Wayna Cachora and the Apurimac valley. Then we’ll descend toward Coca Masana (2330m) where the climate becomes warmer and the flora and fauna begin to change. Finally we will reach our first camp at the Chiquiska oasis (1950 meters / 6000 feet).
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Acomodación: Camp, Chiquiska 1950 msnm
- Climate : warm and sunny
- Distance Travelled: Approximately 10km
- Hiking time : 6 hour
This day is the hardest of the five days, we will get up very early. After breakfast, we will continue our descent to Playa Rosalinda, where we will cross the Apurimac River (1495 meters / 5000 feet). From here we will start our trek by a steep road for about 5 hours until we reach Raqaypata where we will have lunch. Throughout the walk we will observe many orchids and wild flowers, many birds. From Raqaypata we’ll walk for about two hours to the archaeological site of Choquequirao and there we will observe the sunset and the flight of the condor. Our campsite will be installed outside the ruins.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Acomodación: Camp, Choquekiraw 3100 msnm
- Climate : warm and windy
- Distance Travelled: Approximately 13km
- Hiking time : 7 hour
We dedicate this day to explore the ruins of Choquequirao. Our guide will explain the history and importance of this archaeological complex. You will then have free time to visit different areas of the archaeological complex. Much work has been done in recent years to excavate, clear and restore the site. After lunch, those who choose to can visit the Cascade House(restored buildings and terraces some 300 meters (1000 feet) below the main structures of Choquequirao). Later, our evening meal will consist of a typical Peruvian “pachamanca” (traditional Andean ingredients cooked in the earth). Volunteers to help with the preparation will be welcome! From the highest point of the archaeological site (the “usno”, or ceremonial platform) there are fine views of the Apurimac canyonfar below, and if we are fortunate we may even see a great Andean condor soar above us.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Acomodación: Camp, Choquekiraw 3100 msnm
- Climate : warm and sunny
- Distance Travelled: Approximately 10km
- Hiking time : 7 hour
After breakfast we continue our strenuous trek back down a steep path toward the Apurimac River where we will stop and have lunch. In the afternoon we will climb about 4 hours to reach Coca Masana. There we will have dinner and camp.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Climate: warm and sunny
- Acomodación: Camp, Cocamazana 2300msnm.
- Distance Travelled: Approximately 14km
- Hiking time : 8 hour
After breakfast, we return by the same path until the Capuliyoc Pass and from here it’s two more hours to the town of Cachora. Then we get the bus which will take us to Cusco
- Meals: Breakfast
- Climate: warm and sunny
- Distance Travelled: Approximately 9km
- Hiking time : 6 hour
Remember that!!! This walk leaves every day of the year.
“This trek is available every day provided we have a minimum of 2 hikers”
We know that time is very important for you and you want to make the most of it. That is why punctuality is one of our most important values.
From the moment you have contact with us, we will try to provide a personalized service according to your travel requirements.
It is our priority to have the very best guides with a wide knowledge of the history and culture of our destinations and of the wild activities we offer.
The food is one of the most important things on the trek, we bring balance and nutritive food along the trail, all our presentations are buffet.
Our transportation is private for all our treks and tours, and our camps are strategically located so you can enjoy your hikes.
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