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CHOQUEQUIRAO "THE LAST INCA OUTPOST" , 4
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Choquequirao, "the Cradle of Gold", is probably the last Inca outpost in the
province of La Convención, Cusco. At 3085m, it is on a promontory on the western
flanks of the Vilcabamba range, nearly 2000 meters above the raging Apurimac
River. The Apurimac is responsible for carving one of the world's deepest
canyons. Wedged in dense cloud forest, it is comparable in size to Machu Picchu.
It is accessible only by a tough and demanding trail, which ascends and descends
almost 1500m twice, in a zig-zag pattern. Within just a few kilometers it offers
the extremes of glaciers at over 6000m to steamy tropical valleys at 1800m. It
is believed that around 1200 people lived there among Kings, Queens and High
priests adorned in gold and feathers and necklaces. Choquequirao has sweeping
staircases, ritual baths, temples and squares where ceremonies were held must
have made for a very elegant life. Only 30 percent of the ruins have been
uncovered and there are more in the area still covered by thick jungle. Locals
believe that when the final blanket has been lifted, Choquequirao will outshine
its more famous neighbor, Machu Picchu. Money from tourism is important to
continue the arduous jungle clearing.
CHOQUEQUIRAO IS PURE MAGIC. TOUCH ITS STONES, CONTACT NATURE.
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1 PERSON |
2 PEOPLE |
3 PEOPLE |
4 PEOPLE |
5 - 6 PEOPLE |
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US $1898 |
US $1109 |
US $855 |
US $755 |
US $670 |
DURATION: 4 days / 3 nights.
SEASON: From January / to December 2015
DEPARTURE: Daily
GUIDE SERVICE: Private
This is certainly the easiest way to visit Choquequirao in terms of pace and
access. Don’t get it wrong though, adventure is GUARANTEED trekking up and down
the Apurimac Canyon. This journey has been thought and planned to give the
traveler proper acclimatization time before and an adequate rest after exploring
the site. It is a 20.6 mile trek in and out the same trail (10.3 miles each way).
The journey includes a visit to the mysterious Saywite Monolith.
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FIRST DAY. - CUSCO - SAYWITE - "VILLA LOS LOROS" LODGE
After picking up passengers from their hotel, we leave Cusco at 7:00
a.m. in a private bus, arriving at the Archeological Park of Saywite,
where we will know the mysterious monolith and other nearby ruins. After
having a box lunch, we continue the trip, descending in the Huanipaca
valley until we reach "Villa Los Loros" Choquequirao lodge. After
settling into our rooms and a little relax, we’ll have a briefing on the
next day's trek. (Box Lunch,D)
SECOND DAY. - "VILLA LOS LOROS" LODGE - PLAYA SAN IGNACIO -
CHOQUEQUIRAO
We leave after breakfast, at 5:30 am, and walk until we reach the
riverbank of the noisy river Apurimac (in the native Quechua language,
Apu Rimac means “God that speaks”). Crossing the hanging San Ignacio
Bridge, we’ll begin the ascent from the river (4.750 feet) until we
reach the Choquequirao campsite at 9.410 feet above sea level. Along the
route you can soak in the beauty of the natural surroundings, especially
the great variety of flora and fauna. After lunch, we will visit the
Cultivated Terraces of Phaqchayoq and the House of Waterfalls. Finally,
we return to the campsite where we have dinner and spend the night. (B,L,D)
THIRD DAY. - CHOQUEQUIRAO ALL DAY
Today we have the entire day to visit the best sectors
of the Archeological Park of Choquequirao. We will have
lunch near the collection, as not to interrupt such a
nice view, and with any luck we will be able to witness
the flight of the majestic Andean Condor over the deep
canyon of Apurimac. Finally, we will return to our
campsite where dinner will be served and we will spend
the night. (B,L,D)
Choquequirao
FOURTH DAY.-CHOQUEQUIRAO - "VILLA LOS LOROS" LODGE - CUSCO
After breakfast, we will begin the return, descending into the imposing
canyon of the Apurimac River until we reach San Ignacio Beach, and from
there we will continue on horses until we reach "Villa Los Loros" lodge.
After a shower and lunch we'll take a ride on the bus back to Cusco,
arriving in approximately 5 hours, at 9:00 pm. (B,L)
THE HIKER'S BACKPACK
Each hiker will carry on his backpack only necessary items for the trek
(water, snacks, insect repellent, camera, etc.).
All other items will be carried directly to the campsite by our porters.
THINGS THAT YOU SHOULD BRING
Hiking shoes
T-shirts and long-sleeve shirts
Short pants or sports wear
A cap for the sun and a hat for the cold
A sweater and a jacket
Insect repellent
Sun block
Personal care items
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES
Round-trip transportation from Cusco to "Villa Los Loros" lodge and back
to Cusco
A bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
One nights lodging at "Villa Los Loros”
Two nights camping in the Archeological Park of Choqekiraw (Choquequirao)
High quality camping equipment (tents, sleeping bags, mattress, cooking
tent, dining tent, camping tables and chairs, cooking equipment and
dining items, lighting, etc.)
Radio communication throughout the trek
First-aid kit
All the meals and drinks
Muleteers, mules or llamas to carry equipment and supplies, a camp chef,
porters
Entrance fees to the archeological sites of Saywite and Choqekiraw
Saddled horse from Playa San Ignacio to "Villa Los Loros" lodge
If you will take any trek with us. we ask you to fill the customer chart
regarding the commentaries or otherwise you can inform to the Operations
Department.
This is a very important requirement and necessary to do after take the
tour to avoid problems regarding the quality of the service and help you
to resolve it before you leave to your country otherwise our agency is
assuming that all your services was ok therefore we are not going to
accept any claims.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
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Lima: 998181709 (+51 Calling from abroad)
Fax Number +51 1 2421273
Cusco: 998182455 (+51 Calling from abroad)
946320668 (+51 Calling from abroad) |
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NORTH AMERICA TOLL FREE
Monday - Friday
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1 888 671 2852 voice
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1 480 247 4242 Fax
United Kingdom - TOLL FREE (Freephone)
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Australian Customers TOLL FREE
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Rest of the world
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