- Duration
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy - Moderate
- Minimum
- 4 people
Client Reports
Arturo J. GómezAugust 2011
Muchas gracias a todo el equipo de Aventuraquechua por habernos ayudado a cumplir nuestro sueño.
Hemos pasado 11 días maravillosos recorriendo la cordillera Huayhuash, la atención recibida, el mimo con el que habéis cuidado todos los detalles han hecho que un trekking "duro" se nos hiciese un paseo.
Gracias por todo
Arturo J. y Maricruz Pellín
Howard ScotlandJuly 2011
Our group used Aventura Quechua for a custom climbing and trekking trip of 11 days through the Vilcanota Range. Carlos and his crew covered every detail without fail. He handled everything from airport pick-up and Machu Picchu tickets to all of the logistics or a trek from Tinqui through to Pitumarca. Our cook, Domingo, surpassed the skill of all prior cooks we've hired over the course of 6 prior trips to the Andes. Arrieros Leo and Rocque covered every pack train need and many more tasks that just made the trip come together. Driver and facilitator John covered road transportation and miscellaneous needs on time, on route, and without a hitch, every time.
Simply said, Carlos and his crew met every logistical need and constructed a smooth custom trip, from airport pick-up to airport drop-off. I recommend him without reservation. For additional details as to our experience with Aventura Quechua please see the peru 2011 narrative at www.climbingwithbob.com.
Marie-Aimée DurandJanuary 2011
Bonjour à toute l'équipe de Carlos (surtout sa maman adorable hôtesse de Mi Casa à Huaraz!)
Nous étions 4 pour ce séjour de 4 semaines au Pérou de juin à juillet 2010, 10 jours de tourisme ou de transfert de ville à ville et 18 jours de trekking. Le sud d'abord avec son surprenant et grandiose canyon de Colca avec ses ramasseurs de cochenille; une étape farniente sur le lac Titicaca avec l'hospitalité chaleureuse des habitants de l'Ile d'Aman Tani; puis le trek de Choquequiraw, véritable enchantement des yeux, visite d'un site Inca très peu connu des touristes car il n'est accessible qu'après 2 jours de marche et se situe à 3000 m d'altitude, dépaysement total dans ses immensités sauvages et les sommets majestueux de la cordillère Vilcabamba. Nous découvrons aussi le chaleureux accueil des péruviens qui sont prêts à tout pour nous satisfaire alors que leur vie est très rude. La fin du trek nous emmène dans la vallée de l'Urubamba qui a été dévastée par les pluies diluviennes du printemps; le Machu Pichu nous apparaît au lever du soleil pour nous dévoiler tous ses secrets. Retour à Cuzco, ville royale dont le rues ont conservés des murs incas et où l'architecture espagnole est dominante comme dans beaucoup de villes du Pérou. Départ pour Lima, puis Huaraz, départ de notre trek dans la cordillère blanche. Malgré la pluie, les magnifiques sommets glaciaires à 6000m comme l'Alpamayo nous ont émerveillés.
Grand bravo aux guides, à l'équipe des muletiers et des cuisiniers, à Suzanna et bien sûr à Carlos qui nous a accueilli dans ce pays magique. Je reviendrais et ne manquerais pas de faire appel à vous. Marie-Aimée
Trekking in Cusco Urubamba - Pumahuanca - Yanahuara Trek
This is a beautiful trek through the snowcapped mountains of the Andes, where many Quechua villages are situated. The Indians of these valleys, who still live in the traditional way, are known for their weaving skills, with each village incorporating its distinct motifs into their work.
Our hike starts in Urubambaand follows the path through the Pumahuanca valley, reaching passes above 4000m we arrive to Cuncani and following the trails we arrive to Yanahuara.
This easy trek allows us to interact with the local people.
Our camping equipment and backpacks are carried by horses
Itinerary
Day 1 URUBAMBA – PUMAHUANCA VALLEY PACHASCHIOK
The hike starts above the Urubamba city, you will also meet the local horse-drivers and they will take care of packing their horses while you start the hike with your guide. The valley is well populated and rich at the lower parts, but as soon as you get within the secondary narrow valley the exuberant vegetation, sort of rain forest humid area, you can enjoy seeing the abundant bird life. After a few kilometers you will be gaining altitude and the ambiance changes to Puna surroundings, less vegetation and some typical Andean shrubs called polylepis (quenuales), which grow comfortable above 12000ft. Camp at 13530ft, in comfortable tents. All meals included. Night in Tents. (5hr trek)
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- L, D
Day 2 PACHASCHIOK – SUTOC LAKE (12540ft)
Your breakfast will be ready and warm in the dining tent, after breaking camp, you will continue your ascend to the firts col, Paso Capacsaya, stunning views of the Cordillera Urubamba, Chico, Capacsaya, Pumahuancajasa and the lakes below, you will then continue the hike descending an easy path near the lake, our head cook is original from this area and he knows the legends and every stone around. (6hr trek)
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- B, L, D
Day 3 CUNCANI – MILLPO LAKE (138850ft)
After a good breakfast, you will quickly start ascending the mountains to reach the upper part of the valley, You will be reaching the upper part of the Huacawasi valley, you will be at today’s pass before noon, Paso Chapasojo, 15345ft, and again you will be facing the Sacred Valley of the Incas. A very well market path lead you to the lakes lower and soon you will be in the campsite nearby the Millpo Lake. Last night to enjoy in the campsite the silence and remoteness of the place, (7hr trek)
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- B, L, D
Day 4 MILLPO LAKE – YANAHUARA – OLLANTAYTAMBO – (6600ft)
Last day of hiking, after breaking the camp up, the path to follow is all the way downhill. you will be meeting certainly some farmers with their alpaca herds, and they will show you some of their handicrafts, alpaca wool blankets, and hats, it is ok to bargain, bring some Peruvian soles with you; always in small notes or many coins.You will have an easy day hike to the Yanahuara valley, a lot warmer as you descend towards the vehicle, then you will say good-bye to your horse drivers and will be transferred to Ollantaytambo, where you will have a guided tour of the archaeological site. (3hr trek)
- Meals
- B, L
What is Included:
- Private Transfer Cusco- Urubamba & Yanahuara Cusco
2-Person Tents - Foam Mattresses
- Dining Tent
- Camp Tables & Chairs
- Cooking Tent
- Cooking & Eating Utensils
- Toilet Tent
Guide, Cook - Horse Drivers
- Horses
- All Food from Lunch on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 4
First Aid Kit
What is not Included:
- Medical Insurance
Sleeping Bag
Hotels & Food in Cusco
Alcoholic Drinks, Laundry and any other Personal Expenses
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