- Duration
- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Difficulty
- Easy - Moderate
- Price per Person
- $495.00 USD
- 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 Choquequirao
A rugged, remote trek which leads you through a diversity of climates to reach the archaeological complex of Choquequirao - stronghold of Manco Inca. Legend has it that the Inca rebelled against the Spaniards and taking all the gold and treasure that he could lay his hands on, set off into the jungle to found a new nation. The rough terrain makes this a physically challenging but rewarding trek. When you reach the site of Choquequirao (3080m), with its impressive views of the Cordillera Vilcabamba, the recently discovered terraces, the depths of the Apurimac canyon you will feel that you have reached a land that has everything to offer…
Itinerary
Day 1 CUSCO - CACHORA - CHIQUISCA
We have an early start by bus to Cachora, passing by the towns of Izcuchaca and Limatambo. We cross the Apurimac River at Cunyac, the limit of the regions of Cusco and Apurimac. We stop for a short visit to the Stone of Saywite, then we continue to Cachora.
After meeting our horse and driver team, we start our hike towards Wayna Qalli (viewpoint) where we can spot Choquequirao in the distance, as well as the mountains of the Cordillera Vilcabamba. We then start a long descent to the valley to Capuliyoc. The terrain and vegetation changes dramatically as we reach our campsite.
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- L, D
Day 2 CHIQUISCA - MARANPATA
We have an early start today as well, especially to avoid the heat while climbing up to Santa Rosa. There we will meet a family who distills alcohol out of sugar canes. We continue climbing to Maranpata, and along the way we will see some orchids and, if we are lucky, we can spot some condors or foxes and surely many species of birds.
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- B, L, D
Day 3 MARANPATA - CHOQUEQUIRAO
After our breakfast we start the hike to the archaeological site, where we will arrive in about 45 minutes. Then we have all day to explore and visit the complex. Our camp will be set near the site.
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- B, L, D
Day 4 CHOQUEQUIRAO - CHIQUISCA
Today we leave the site by the same way we entered. We have a long descent to Santa Rosa, where we stop for lunch before we continue to the Apurimac River and our campsite in Chiquisca.
- Accommodation
- Tents
- Meals
- B, L, D
Day 5 CHIQUISCA - CACHORA - CUSCO
Our last day of hiking, we have a long climb to get back to Cachora, where our transportation awaits to take us back to Cusco.
- Meals
- B, L
What is Included:
- Private Transfer Cusco-Cachora -Cusco
2-Person Tents - Foam Mattresses
- Dining Tent
- Camp Tables & Chairs
- Cooking Tent
- Cooking & Eating Utensils
- Toilet Tent
Guide - Cook
- Assistants
- Horse Drivers
- Horses
- Emergency Horse with Saddle
All Food from Lunch on Day 1 to Lunch on Day 5
First Aid Kit
What is not Included:
- Medical Insurance
Entrances to sites
Sleeping Bag
Tips to Staff
Hotels & Food in Cusco
Alcoholic Drinks, Laundry and any other Personal Expenses
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