-
Bus, Airlines
-
3 Stars Hotels
-
5,416 metres
-
Kathmandu
-
Feb, Mar, Apr & May
-
Eco-Tour, Hiking
-
All meals during the trek
-
English, Spanish, French, Chinese
-
Easy to Moderate
-
2-15
-
12
-
65
Overview
The Choquequirao Trek is perfect for those looking to get away from the crowds or who are looking for something other than Machu Picchu during their trip. The trek takes you to the sister city of Machu Picchu, Choquequirao (The Cradle of Gold) which sits high above the Apurimac Valley.
With a wide variety of flora and fauna, beautiful scenery and a visit to a major Inca site, the Choquequirao Trek is the adventure of a lifetime.
Highlights
- It's a place where you can feel like a true explorer, especially since about 70% of the site is still unexcavated and reclaimed by jungle .
- The trek itself is a highlight, taking you through the dramatic landscapes of the Apurímac Canyon, one of the deepest in the Americas .
- A truly special feature found only at Choquequirao is the set of ceremonial llama terraces. White stones embedded in the retaining walls depict a herd of llamas in a procession, a one-of-a-kind artistic innovation in the Inca world .
- You'll have excellent opportunities to spot the majestic Andean condor soaring on the thermals above the canyon, along with other wildlife like spectacled bears, hummingbirds, and deer .
- The trail takes you through a variety of pristine environments, from sun-baked, dry cliffs to lush, subtropical cloud forests filled with orchids and waterfalls . The sense of being immersed in a wild, untouched landscape is a highlight in itself .
- After a long day of hiking, you'll camp in simple but stunningly located sites. The lack of light pollution allows for incredible stargazing, with the canyon walls glowing under the moonlight and an overwhelming silence that feels worlds away from modern life .
