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Choquequirao

Choquequiro or the cradle of gold is known as the sister site of Machu Picchu. A 60km hike through the Andes with spectacular views and a fascinating history. Guides passionate about flora, fauna and history will help to unravel the mysteries surrounding the archaeological site.

Please note that our service is complete, you are not required to carry your equipment and will be provided with duffel bags to store clothing etc. You will be expected to carry your day pack with water, rain gear, camera etc.

Departures available daily. Prices available from $760US per person 4 people minimum. Please contact us for any further information.

Choquequirao

Day 1. Leaving Cuzco early in the morning for the five hour drive to Cachora (2,800ms) and the starting point of the trek. The equipment is organised and the horsemen will load up the mules. The first part of the trek is approx 2 hours to Capuliyoc (2,900ms) where the first views of the snow covered mountains of Wayna Cachora and Padrayoc are available.

The road begins to descend and the flora and fauna change arriving towards the campsite at Chiquisca. (1700ms). Walking approx 6 hours total.
B,L,D camping.

Choquequirao

Day 2. The hardest of the 5 days as the assent is some 1,500ms to the pass. The walk although rigorous is delightful; many orchids are in the area. Today we will visit the farm of Rosalina and see many varieties of cacti. We have our first view of Choquiquirao at our campsite. Evening free to relax.
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Day 3. A full day to discover the enormous ruins of Choquequirao. For the morning a full guided tour with your bilingual guide who will show the most recently discovered areas of the archaeological site, and the afternoon free to explore. The site is so vast that you will require most of the day to really discover it. Camping close to the archaeological site.
B,L,D, Camping.

Choquequirao

Day 4. Descending to the ever present Apurimac and the constant altitudinal changes allow sites of waterfalls, birds, butterflies and the ever changing flora and fauna. After passing the Apurimac we make our way back towards Chiquisca the descent somewhat easier than before. B,L,D, Camping

Day 5. The walking is vigorous today to return us to Cachora. Around 3 hours of ascent and 2 hours of undulating terrain to Cachora where we leave our horses and horsemen behind. After an early lunch our return trip to Cusco. The return to Cusco in private vehicle for 5 hours or public transport.
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Included: Meals as stated. Camping Equipment (based on 2 sharing) High quality English and Spanish speaking guides with Wilderness Medicine. First aid kit. Oxygen bottle. Chef. Horsemen. Pack horses and 1 spare horse. Inflatable mattress. Duffel bag. Entrance fees. Transport. Zip Lock Bags. Biodegradable soap.

Not included: Meals not stated. Tips and other gratuities. Flights. Sleeping bag – can be rented for $17US for the 5 days. Choquequirao