Choquequirao Wasi Camp offers a visit to a remote Inca site, focused on personal challenge, with the Choquequirao visit on Day 3. All meals and accommodation are provided by local communities, supporting the local economy.
Operated by a licensed local guide from San Pedro de Cachora, this 5-day / 4-night program follows a similar structure to the 4-day trek but includes an extra night in mountain cabins at Capuliyoc, with stunning views of the Apurímac Canyon and Padreyoc Mountain.
Group departures are usually scheduled on Mondays due to lower trekking traffic. For other dates, a minimum number of participants or private service is required.
Early departure from Cusco in tourist transport to Cachora and Capuliyoc, the starting point of the Choquequirao trek 5 days. In Capuliyoc, you will enjoy a breakfast with views of the Apurímac Canyon, perfect to start this Peru trekking adventure.
We begin the hike descending to Chiquisca, passing through stunning landscapes of trekking in Cusco. Upon arrival, lunch is served and you will have time to relax in comfortable cabins in Chiquisca, surrounded by nature.
🔹 Distance: 10 km
🔹 Hiking time: 4–5 hours
🔹 Starting/ending altitude: 2,900 m / 1,900 m
🔹 Difficulty: Moderate
🔹 Accommodation: Cabins in Chiquisca
🔹 Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast, we descend to Playa Rosalina and cross the Apurímac River. Then we begin a challenging ascent to Santa Rosa and continue up to Marampata, a natural viewpoint with spectacular views.
From here, we continue to the Choquequirao archaeological complex, a hidden gem of tourism in Peru. Arrival in the afternoon and accommodation in cabins near Choquequirao, where you will enjoy a hot dinner.
🔹 Distance: 16 km
🔹 Hiking time: 7–8 hours
🔹 Maximum altitude: 3,050 m
🔹 Difficulty: Challenging
🔹 Accommodation: Cabins in Choquequirao
🔹 Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
This day is dedicated to the full exploration of Choquequirao, considered one of the best trekking destinations in Peru and the sacred sister of Machu Picchu.
Together with your guide, you will explore agricultural terraces, Inca temples, ceremonial plazas, and special areas like the famous llama terraces, in a unique and less crowded experience.
In the afternoon, return to the cabins in Choquequirao to relax and enjoy a comforting dinner.
🔹 Distance: 6 km (exploration)
🔹 Hiking time: 3–4 hours
🔹 Altitude: 3,050 m
🔹 Difficulty: Moderate
🔹 Accommodation: Cabins in Choquequirao
🔹 Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast, we begin the return journey descending from Choquequirao to Marampata and continuing toward Santa Rosa.
We then descend to Playa Rosalina, cross the Apurímac River again, and finally hike up to Chiquisca, where we spend the night in comfortable cabins.
🔹 Distance: 16 km
🔹 Hiking time: 6–7 hours
🔹 Altitude: 3,050 m → 1,900 m
🔹 Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
🔹 Accommodation: Cabins in Chiquisca
🔹 Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast, we begin the final ascent to Capuliyoc, enjoying the last views of the Apurímac Canyon.
Upon arrival, we take transport back to Cachora and then return to Cusco, ending this unforgettable Choquequirao trek, perfect for travelers seeking adventure, nature, and culture in Peru.
🔹 Distance: 8 km
🔹 Hiking time: 3–4 hours
🔹 Final altitude: 2,900 m
🔹 Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
🔹 Meals: Breakfast and lunch
🚐 Transportation: Round trip Cusco – Cachora or Abancay – Cachora
🍽️ Meals: As specified (excluding first breakfast & last lunch)
🧑🏫 Professional tour guide (English – Spanish)
🏨 Accommodation: 3 nights in local hostels & 1 night in mountain cabins
🐴 Logistics: Horse & muleteer for luggage (up to 5 kg per person)
🩺 Safety: First aid kit
🎒 Equipment: Duffel bag
🍳 First Breakfast & Last Lunch: Not covered
🐎 Riding Horse: Available at extra cost
🍺 Alcoholic Beverages: Not included
🎟️ Entrance Ticket: Choquequirao (60/30 soles)
💧 Drinking Water: Purchase or bring purification/filter
🚿 Internet & Showers: Available at camps (approx. 10 soles each)
💰 Tips: Optional
🛡️ Travel Insurance: Not included
NOTE:
⚠️ Itinerary subject to change
⬆️ Riding horses are for uphill sections only
💪 Good physical condition required (Difficulty level: 4)
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