Choquequirao Trek 4 days

Pick up in Cusco

The Choquequirao Trek 4 days will start with the pick up at your accommodation in Cusco at 4:30 in the morning. Once the whole group is there, we will embark on a 4.5 hour trek to Capuliyoc (9,564 ft - 2,915 m). Here we will enjoy an energetic breakfast with panoramic views of the Apurimac Canyon.

Capuliyoc viewpoint

After breakfast, we will receive a brief safety briefing before starting the gradual ascent hike to the Capuliyoc viewpoint. From here you will have the most spectacular views of the trip: the snow-capped Padreyoc and the depth of the Apurimac Canyon .

Later, we will begin the three-hour descent through trails that cross varied terrain until we reach Chiquisqa. We will continue to Playa Rosalinas, where we will have a freshly prepared lunch by the chef.

Santa Rosa Camp

In the afternoon, we will resume our hike to the camp at Santa Rosa Baja (6,234 ft - 1,900 m). Upon arrival, we will be welcomed with hot drinks and snacks before enjoying our first Andean dinner under the starry sky. It's time to rest and recharge energy for the second day!

Choquequirao

Upon arrival at Choquequirao camp, we will enjoy a traditional lunch before the guided tour of the archaeological complex. Once inside, we will explore sectors such as Pikawasi, the main square, ceremonial temples and the Casa del Sacedorte. After exploring every corner, we will enjoy the sunset before returning to camp for a comforting dinner and rest for the next day.

Ascent to Marampata

It's time to get up! We will have a cup of freshly brewed Peruvian coffee and an Andean breakfast to recharge our batteries and begin a hike uphill through Santa Rosa Alta until we reach Marampata (9,597 ft - 2,925 m). From here we will have our first glimpse of the Choquequirao citadel

We will enter the tropical jungle, where the guide will explain the characteristics of the Andean flora and fauna. Along the way, we will be able to see alpacas and llamas in their natural habitat.

Descent to Marampata

Today we are awakened by birdsong and the first rays of sunshine! We will enjoy a cup of hot coffee and a comforting breakfast to start the day with enthusiasm. After breakfast, we will start our descent to Cocamasana passing by Marampata again.

Santa Rosa - Rosalinas Beach

Continuing our descent, we will arrive in Santa Rosa, famous for its avocado plantations. Here you will have the opportunity to taste chicha de Cambray, a traditional fermented drink of the region.

After a well-deserved rest, we will continue to Playa Rosalinas where a freshly prepared lunch awaits us. In the afternoon we will resume hiking through a dense tropical region to Chiquisqa camp, where we will spend the third and last night under the stars.

Hike to Capuliyoc

The day begins! After an early breakfast, we will start the last trek of the Choquequirao trek ascending for approximately 4 hours to Capuliyoc. On the way you will enjoy the last panoramic views of the Apurimac Canyon and the surrounding mountains.

Return to Cusco

Upon arrival at Capuliyoc, we will say goodbye to the team and board the vehicle that will take us back to Cusco. During the trip we will make some stops and enjoy a traditional lunch before arriving in the city around 5:00 pm.