Name of your website?Peru Treks - Abroad Trekkers .com
Your name?
ABROAD TREKKERS .COM
Your Location (city, etc)
Cusco
Please give us a short summary of your website?
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu - Official Tour Operator offering tours and excursions in Peru
What inspired you to launch your own website?
With years of passionate, personal, non-stop, hands-on, guest-focused leadership, Abroad Trekkers set out to provide the best possible active vacation. Why? The trips wouldn’t be as good—we’re sure of it—and that’s what matters!
When did you launch your first website, and what was it?
January 1, 2008
How did you decide on a name for your website?
Carefully collaborating with everyone's thoughts/ideas.
What makes it different from other, similar offerings?
With over 5 years experience Abroad Trekkers is a young and dynamic company. Abroad Trekkers was created by a team from Canada, Australia & Peru whose aim is to provide a true level of satisfaction.
Abroad Trekkers specialize in Adventure and Cultural Trekking and tours in and around Cusco and I would like to point out that we hope to be fortunate enough to continue for years to come. No consolidations or mergers for Abroad Trekkers!
What Peru Treks do you offer :
- Machu Picchu (2d/1n) - Inca Trail (4d/3n) - Choquequirao (4d/3n) - Lares (4d/3n) - Ausangate (6d/5n) - Salkantay (4d/3n) - Salkantay (5d/4n) - Salkantay Expedition (7d/6n) (Salkantay & Machu Picchu)
- The Combo Expedition (9d/8n) (Machu Picchu & Choquequirao)
Peru Trip Preparation:
Important trip preparation when visitng Cusco, Peru.
If you are planning to book a tour in Cusco, Peru or if you have already booked please read the following important information:
Our classic 4-day Inca tour runs from March through to January. Please note that the Inca trail is closed for the month of February.
Due to new regulations the Inca Trail is only limited to 500 trekkers a day, including tour guides, porters and cooks. For this reason we highly recommend you book the Inca trail at least 3-4 months in advance, especially during the peak season (May to September).
Fortunately for those who have missed out on the Inca trail option, we do have a number of alternative routes to offer that can be booked even days ahead in Cusco. These are the Salkantay, Lares, Ausangate and 2 Day Macchu Picchu treks.
If you are booking the Inca trail or already have, please don't forget that if you want a porter to organize it at least 3 months in advance. As mentioned earlier, there are restrictions of 500 persons per day on the Inca trail and this includes porters.
Porters are supplied with safety back straps
Porters are only allowed to carry up to 25kg
Porters have the hardest job of anyone who work on these trails. They unfortunately also have the lowest wage. Luckily to them, in 2003 a new Porters Law was implemented whereby they have a minimum wage of $15US a day. Even then, please note also that porters also pay an entry fee of $13US each time they enter the park. In consideration to this, we ask that when tipping, please don't forget those porters who carry you tents, sleeping mats, kitchen furniture and food.
If you are planning on doing strenuous activity in Cusco like hiking, always arrive at least 2-3 days earlier to acclimatize to the altitude of Cusco and its surrounding areas. Its also good to purchase some altitude sickness tablets before you arrive in case you struggle with the altitude. Other ways to prevent altitude sickness is to eat light meals, drink lots of coca tea and water. If you are suffering from headaches or nausea you should rest.
Machu Picchu (2d/1n)
2 DAY INCA TRAIL TO MACHU PICCHU
This short trail to Macchu Picchu was designed for people that have less time and/or energy for the 4 day Inca trail but don't want to miss this unique trek entirely.
Of course Macchu Picchu!! The trek starts at kilometer 104 and involves a few hours hiking so that those who have missed the Inca Trail still get to experience the last leg of it.
Difficulty of trek: Moderate Length of trek: 2 Days / 1 Nights Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Ecological, Hiking
ITINERARY
Day 1 We will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 5.45 and transfer you to San Pedro train station for your 4 hour journey to KM 104, where you will begin the trail. After registering with the Chachabamba park at the checkpoint, we will take the trail that heads to the Chachabamba ruins, then walking for another 2 1/2 hours where the path descends into a forest and also soon to pass a waterfall where you can refreshen yourself. After leaving the forest we will arrive at the foot of Wiñay Wayna ruins (2700m). Finally after what almost seems like vertical steps, it was our last pass - Intipunku (Sun Gate). From here its now not long until you will be astonished with the city of Macchu Picchu. We will enter from the top at around 4.00pm , then the trail descends down into the ruins. You will have a short amount of free time, tomorrow we will have much more!
Day 2 Nice and early we get the bus to IntiPunco (the entrance of the old Inca town of Machu Picchu) at 6.30am, leaving you enough time to explore the ruins. You will see clouds fly past and Macchu Picchu will disappear with in them, so make sure you take pictures whilst the ruins is visible. We will have a two hour guided tour around the ruins, then afterwards you will have free time to explore the mountain of Wiñay Wayna overlooking all of Macchu Picchu - by far the best view! Wiñay Wayna will take approximately 2 hours to the top and back. Its now your choice to enjoy lunch just out side the ruins or take the bus back to Aguas Calientes to explore this small and quaint village. The train back to Cusco departs late afternoon so your estimated time of arrival is approximately 9pm.
INCLUDED:
Transfers to and From Cusco Entrance fees Two lunches One breakfast One dinner Snacks Bilingual guide Transfer from Aguas Calientes to Cusco (round trip) Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calienties (round trip) Bus from Macchu to Aguas Calienties (round trip) Oxygen Hostel NOT INCLUDED:
Flashlight WHAT TO BRING:
Hiking shoes Backpack and/or Day pack Flashlight Camera and film Batteries Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses) Insect repellent Rain jacket or Poncho Water bottle Personal medical kit Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips Snacks Warm clothes Toilet Paper
Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (4 days/3 nights)
Inca Trail Trek
Machu Picchu is situated in the region know as the Vilcabamba. This area extends between the Apurimac and Urubamba rivers where the 45km Inca trail lies within.
Visitors from all around the world come to Peru, not only to see Machu Picchu, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, but also to hike the Inca trail. The Inca Trail links a range of stunningly preserved Inca ruins. Along the way the natural scenery is breath-taking, with views of snow capped mountains and the lush cloud forest vegetation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Our classic 4-day Inca tour runs from March through to January. Please note that the Inca trail is closed for the month of February. Due to recent regulations the Inca Trail is only limited to 500 trekkers a day, including tour guides, porters and cooks. For this reason we highly recommend you book the Inca trail at least 3 months in advance, especially during the peak season (May to September). The trek permits are issued on a first-come-first served basis until the permits have all been sold out. Fortunately for those who have missed out on the Inca trail option, we do have a number of alternative routes to offer that can be booked even days ahead in Cusco.
Difficulty of trek: Moderate Length of trek: 4 Days / 3 Nights (optional 2 days/1 night) Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
ITINERARY
Day 1 Cusco - Huallabamba
Starts with a nice and early pick-up at 6am from your hotel and a 3 1/2 hour bus journey to kilometre 82, where we will begin the trail. On the way we will stop at the town of Urubamba where you can buy walking sticks and perhaps anything you have forgotten. Once we arrive to KM82 we will prepare for you a hot breakfast. To begin the trail we first cross the river Vilcanota and follow the trail along, passing through a little village then to the ruins of the Inca hill fort of Huillca Raccay. After 7 hours (13km) of hiking, tonight we spend the night in Huallabamba.
Day 2 Huallabamba - Pacamayo
What is going to be a phisically tough day of accent, we hike 11km. Climbing up from Wayllabamba for a few hours through the beautiful forest, until we reach the meadow of Llulluchapampa (3680m). A quick tea break and we are heading up again to Abra de Huarmihuañusca (meaning 'Dead Woman's Pass'), our highest (not to mention the hardest) point of the trail at 4200m. After celebration of having completed this section, the decent from the pass is steep but not difficult, so be careful! Once we reach the valley floor we set up our second nights camp in Pacamayo.
Day 3 Pacamayo - Wiñay Wayna
Today is an easier but longer hike of 16km. From Pacamayo it takes 1 1/2 hours to climb to the ruins of Runkuracay. From the ruins the view of Pacamayo valley is all worth it once the hard part is over. From here we continue our trek to the second pass of Abra de Runkuracay (4000m). Now walking along a cobbled path we again begin a deep decent until we reach Sayacmarca (meaning Inaccessible Town). Before reaching the 3rd pass we walk through astonishing cloud forest full of orchids, hanging mosses, tree ferns, flowers and not to mention the Inca tunnel. The 3rd pass is at 3700m, then soon to be at the most spectacular ruin so far; Phuyupatamarca (meaning Town in the Clouds). Following this its time to descend thousands of stairs - again be careful, espicially of your knees! After this long day we camp the night in Wiñay Wayna, here you will have the pleasure of a hot shower and a restaurant/ bar.
Day 4 Wiñay Wayna - Cusco
Leaving nice and early on our last day, we are hiking while its still dark so don't forget your flashlight. The trail today contours a mountainside and into the could forest. We stop for a short time hopefully to see the sun rise at our final pass, the Intipunku (meaning 'Sun Gate'). Afterwards, get ready for the unforgettable experience observing Machu Picchu. We will enjoy a guided tour of the ruins, then its your choice to climb Wuaynapicchu which will take about 2 hours to the top and and back down again. Please also note that there is a limit of 400 persons per day to climb Wuaynapicchu. Finally, if your not staying in Aguas Calianties tonight then you will prepare for your train journey back to Cusco.
INCLUDED:
Transfers to and From Cusco Entrance fees Porters (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment) Cooks for: 4 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, 3 Lunch Snacks, coffee/ tea Bilingual guide Tents, sleeping matts, table(s) and chairs Short bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Oxygen
NOT INCLUDED:
Sleeping bag Flashlight WHAT TO BRING:
Passport Hiking shoes Backpack and/or Day pack Sleeping bag for up to -8 degrees Celsius Warm clothing (layers recommended) Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended) Toilet paper Flashlight Camera and film Batteries Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses) Insect repellent Rain jacket or Poncho Water proof back pack cover Water bottle Water purifying tablets Personal medical kit Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required) Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips
Salkantay Trek (5 days/4 nights)
SALKANTAY TREK
This newly discovered route to Santa Teresa and thence to Machu Picchu is another stretch of the Inca roads. This tour leaves from Mollepata and is vastly becoming popular with the tourists.
This route offers everything there is to offer on a hike; from amazing views of the Andean mountain chains, to waterfalls, flora and fauna, and last but not least, now one of the wonders of the world - Machu Picchu.
Difficulty of trek: Moderate Length of trek: 5 Days / 4 Nights (Optional Salkantay 4 Days/3 nights which excludes Machu Picchu) Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
DAY 1 – Cusco to Soraypampa
Departing Cusco at 5am in private bus we have a 3 hour journey to Mollepata. In Mollepata we will eat a breakfast and gear up our horses with the equipment (horses can carry 6kg per person). Afterwards we set off by foot towards CruzPata where we will see the Apurimac river canyon (the deepest in Peru). Here we will eat lunch! We then continue our hike in the direction of Soraypampa where we will soon see the magical view of the Humantay snow peak (5902m). Another 4 hours of walking and we will arrive at our campsite in Soraypampa (3900m) where we will observe the magical Apu Salkantay (6271m) while the sun goes down. Be prepared for a cold first night of camping!
DAY 2 - Soraypampa to Collpapampa Wake up call is at 5.30, breakfast at 6am and off on foot by 6.30am. We start our hardest ascent to of the Apacheta pass (4590m). After the breathtaking view of the snow capped Mountain Salkantay (6264m), which is the second highest peak in the Cusco region, we can also observe the mountains Humantay and Huayanay, white river, small lakes and moraines. After 5 hours of hiking in the morning, after lunch we only have a 2-3 hour walk down hill to Camp in Chaullay (2920m).
DAY 3 - Collpapampa - Santa Teresa Another early morning we start with an easier 3 hours hiking to Uscamayuc, where we will enter to a high jungle niche called "Ceja de Selva". Its time to take pictures of the beautiful flora and fauna (including banana crops and coca trees), bird watch and even shower in the waterfall. Lunch is at Wiòaypoq'o, then its a 3 hour walk to our last campsite in La Playa (2400m). To your surprise there is a small village with electricity and shop located here.
DAY 4 - La Playa to Aguas Calienes At 07:00 A.M. we will have breakfast and we begin our hike in the direction of Colpani. We will ascend up this trail through the beautiful vegitation and with an amazing view of the Santa Teresa Valley. We continue our hike for a further 4 hours until we get to Llactapata 2700m. From here, we can see Machupicchu and enjoy some free time to rest with some snacks, and take photos. We now go down hill to the hydroelectric plant 1870m to take the 45minute train to Aguas Calientes 2000m where we will enjoy a nice last dinner together.
Day 5 - Aguas Calientes - Machu Picchu Finally, at 7.30 we take a bus to the Incan City of Machu Picchu. We will have a guuided tour for 2 hours, then with your free time you can enjoy the Incan city and its surroundings, or choose to hike up Huaynapicchu Mountain that has the best view of the city to offer. This hike up and back will take 2 hours and please also note that only 400 people per day can hike this, so don't wait till the end of the day to decide! In the afternoon we will meet at Aguas Calienties where if you like, you can visit the hot springs before we take the train back to Cusco (arriving around 9pm).
Included:
Transfers to and From Cusco
Entrance fees
Horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
One spare horse
Cooks for: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, 4 Lunches
Snacks, coffee/ tea
Bilingual guide
Tents, sleeping matts, table(s) and chairs
Short bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
Oxygen
3 nights in a trench, 1 night in a Hostel (private room)
Not Included:
Sleeping bag (see our rentals for hire)
Flashlight
What to bring:
Passport
Hiking shoes
Backpack and/or Daypack
Sleeping bag for up to -8 degrees Celsius
Warm clothing (layers recommended)
Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended)
Flashlight Camera and film
Batteries Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses)
Insect repellent Rain jacket or Poncho
Water proof back pack cover
Water bottle
Water purifying tablets
Personal medical kit Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required)
Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips
Toilet paper
Salkantay Trek (7 days/ 6 nights)
SALKANTAY TO MACHU PICCHU EXPEDITION
our aim is Machu Picchu and you want to reach it along the famous Inca Trail path but you also want to explore the area while meeting your goals well we propose you an unforgettable experience, the Salkantay-Machu Picchu Expedition. This trekking expedition will take you at the base of the sacred Salkantay snow peak (6,271 meters; 20,700 feet), considered by the local natives to be the "Guardian Spirit of the Jungle" and will provide you with the opportunity to experience remote native communities before joining the famous Inca Trail path to Machu Picchu. This is one of the most picturesque trip offered in the Cusco area, so bring your camera to snap the landscape changes as you hike along. The trip is supported with horses for part of the journey. We provide you with top quality camping equipment and a very balanced and energetic diet. This is a trip that you will never forget!!!
Difficulty of trek: Moderate to difficult Length of trek: 7 Days / 6 Nights Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
Day 1: Cusco - Sayllapata (3200 m.). We will pick you at 6: 00 AM in your hotel drive to Mollepata in a private bus and stop in Limatambo town, here we visit Tarawasi very important religious Inca remains. After four -and - a -half hours drive we rich to Mollepata (2800 m.), from this point we start the ascent on foot towards Tillka. Then we take a wide gradually rising, the trail goes through the native forests and andina pampas in difference levels which takes us to Marcocasa. Moving on, we come to Sayllapata and we can observe the progressive change of the flora and fauna. Here we will set up our first campsite.
Day 2: Sayllapata - Salkantaypampa (six hours hike). After an early breakfast, we start the walk in the direction of Salkantay pampa, which has a great view of the ice caped Humantay Mountain (5902 m.) and later on a spectacular view of Apu Salkantay at dawn to appreciate it. The mountain range is crossed to the right of Salkantay; walking up to the pass we have Humantay on the left, Rayusca on the right and in front the imposing Salkantay. The day ends in Sisaypampa.
Day 3: Salkantaypampa Pampacahurina. The third day we begin the descent, entering a gulley, where an old Inca channel can be appreciated, then we pass by the indigenous community of Qhesqa and continue until Paucarcancha. The trek then approaches Huayllabamba where we camp for the night.
Day 4: Pampacahurina to Llulluchapampa. The fourth day is a day of hard trekking. The distances are great and we climb 1200 m. to the top of the first pass, descend and then ascend the second pass before we camp. The fourth day is a day of pure trekking we start early to make it to a designated campsite. From the moment we start walking in the morning we are climbing. We ascend through cloud forest still following the river. The path is steep and relentless and as you gets nearer the top the vegetation changes to barren grassland. The main problem with this day is the lack of oxygen as you near the pass (Warmiwanusca) and also the path towards the end gets increasingly steeper. However once at the top, if it is clear, you are rewarded by beautiful views. Then the descent; this is very steep and the differences in temperature are noticeable as the altitude gets lower. We stay fairly high as we make our way to Runcuracay. These are the first ruins that we actually encounter on the trail. The name means "Egg-shaped building" due to its form. It was probably a guard post or lodge (Tambo in Quechua) for the trail but it also could have had other uses. From the ruins it is a short climb up and over the second pass. There are three beautiful black lakes here and magnificent views. We descend along the first section of the original Inca Trail using huge steps that can be quite slippery when wet. The major ruins along the Trail are here. Firstly we come to Sayacmarca or "dominant town". This is situated on a spur jutting out into a valley. It has magnificent views but due to its altitude these are often obscured by the presence of clouds. We descend slightly and approach our second campsite at Chakicocha a flat plain looking over the same valley. The total time for this day is about seven hours and we walk a total of 19 kilometers.
Day 5: Llulluchapampa to Chaquicocha. The fifth day is arguably the most beautiful with the vegetation changing from high altitude stunted bushes and grasses to thick rich cloud forest. Also on this day we encounter the most beautiful ruins on the trail. Thus the long second day enables us to enjoy the third day at a more leisurely pace. On the morning of the fifth day we start ascending again for the third pass. This is a long pass but is not as steep as the first one. We make our way around the valley through a tunnel cut by the Incas; all the time on the original paving slabs of the Incas. When the third pass is reached we can see the next ruins on the Trail, those of Phuyupatamarca (town in the clouds). This is perched on the side of a valley with typical terraces trailing down the hillside. This was probably a religious site as there are numerous water fountains. However it was almost certainly agricultural as well. The trekking from here is probably the most beautiful part of the trail. We descend all the way from here to Wiñay Wayna. We go through cloud forest that is humid and fairly warm. It is here that the majority of the 3000 steps down are - so watch your knees! Eventually we reach the ruins of Wiñay Wayna (forever young). Again this beautiful ruin complex probably had religious and agricultural significance.
Day 6: Chaquicocha to Wiñaywayna. The six day is a short walk to Machu Picchu . The six day starts early so that we can arrive at Inti Punku (sun gate) above Machu Picchu as day breaks. This is a short undulating walk for 5 kilometers. From Inti Punku it a short walk down to the ruins of Machu Picchu . There the guide will give you a few minutes to rest after the walk and soak up the view after which he will give you a guided tour of the ruins. The trains leave from Aguas Calientes at 4.30 pm and 5.00 pm.
Day 7: Wiñaywayna to Machupicchu.
Included:
Transfers to and From Cusco
Entrance fees
Horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
One spare horse
Cooks for: 6 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners, 7 Lunch Snacks, coffee/ tea
Bilingual guide
Tents, sleeping matts, table(s) and chairs
Short bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
Oxygen
Not Included:
Sleeping bag (see our rentals for hire)
Flashlight
What to bring:
Passport
Hiking shoes
Backpack and/or Daypack
Sleeping bag for up to -8 degrees Celsius
Warm clothing (layers recommended)
Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended)
Flashlight Camera and film
Batteries Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses)
Insect repellent Rain jacket or Poncho
Water proof back pack cover
Water bottle
Water purifying tablets
Personal medical kit Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required)
Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips
Toilet paper
Choquequirao Trek (4 days/3 nights)
Choquequirao
This is an increasingly popular alternative to the Inca Trail, the hike to Choquequirao.
Meaning 'Cradle of Gold' can be made via trekking over 3 days, and the trek can pretty much leave ever other day, especially during peak season.
Choquequirao is situated in the spurs of the mountain range of Salkantay (3035m) and the edge of the jungle, located in the canyon of the Apurimac River. Above all this trek is a challenge and an exciting experience for those who enjoy adventure.
Difficulty of trek: Moderate to difficult Length of trek: 4 Days / 3 Nights Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
Day 1 Cusco - Chikikska Leaving Cusco at 5.00am arriving at Cachora town at 8am where we will prepare ourselves for the walking tour by putting our backpacks and all equipment on horses or mules. Afterwards, we have a 7 hour hike ahead of us, stopping for lunch in a place called Capulioc. During today's walk we will observe Apurimac canyon with its impressive depth, amazing views of mountains and peaks and the other of the beautiful semi-tropical valley. We will set up campsite today in Chikiska.
Day 2 Chikiska - Choquequirao Another early morning we are up at 5am! After breakfast our trek will lead us to the great treasure Choquequirao (3,577m) where the view itself justifies the great effort of today. Here you will see 3 levels of excavated ruins, where we will have some time to explore parts of this late magical Inca town, sacred fountains, and 'torreones'. If we are lucky, we might even spot "the flight of the condors".
Day 3 Choquequirao - Cocamazana After breakfast we again visit the Choquequirao site or the Agriculture terrace where you can see the Lama sculptures. We'll trek in front of the amazing Salkantay and pass by Capuliyoc viewpoint. Afterwards we will return by the same way descending to the Apurimac river, and then to Santa Rosa where they will be waiting for us with a delicious lunch. After we will get ready to continue walking to Cocamazana where we will spend the night. Today we have a total of 7 hours walking. *Depending on the speed of the walking and fitness levels of the group, we have the choice to camp in alternative places on this night.
Day 4 Cocamazana - Cusco Waking up at 5am we soon depart for a 5 hour walk to Cachora where we will have our last lunch for the trip, and catch our bus back to Cusco. We will arrive late in the evening.
INCLUDED:
Transfers to and From Cusco
Ticket of entrance to Choquequirao
Cooks for: 4 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, 4 Lunch
Snacks, coffee/ tea
Bilingual guide
Tents, sleeping matts, table(s) and chairs
Oxygen
Horses (to carry the equipment and food )
Sleeping mat
NOT INCLUDED:
Sleeping bag
Flashlight
WHAT TO BRING:
Hiking shoes
Backpack and/or Day pack (2 small recommended so the horse can carry one bag, max 6kg)
Sleeping bag for up to -20 degrees Celsius
Warm clothing (layers recommended)
Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended)
Toilet paper
Flashlight
Camera and film
Batteries
Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses)
Insect repellent
Rain jacket or Poncho
Water proof back pack cover
Water bottle
Water purifying tablets
Personal medical kit
Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required)
Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips
Lares to Machu Picchu Trek (4 days/3 nights)
LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU
This trek is for for those who want to get out off the beaten track but still want to see Macchu Picchu.
This trek will give you an insite into the authentic communities whilst being surrounded by stunning mountains, lakes and valley landscapes. It begins from a small village in the Sacred Valley and ascends over two major passes (over 4,000 meters / 13,234 feet)
Difficulty of trek: Moderate Length of trek: 4 Days / 3 Nights Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
DAY 1 - Cusco to Quiswuarani Our guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 6am in order to take a bus through Pisac then onto Quiswuarani, located 3 hours from Cusco. After we will meet our horseman and mules here we begin the beautiful hike through the lush valley, following the gentle uphill route of the Cancha Cancha River. It will take about 5 hours to reach the picturesque village of Cuncani (3700m/1____ft) where we will set up camp for the night.
DAY 2 - Cuncani to Huacahuasi After breakfast at we will leave the campsite and begin a steep ascent to Pachacutec Pass (4458m/14625ft), the highest point of our adventure. From here we observe the incredible view of the snow-capped mountain Pitusiray, Pachacutec Lake and the surrounding valleys. After the pass we continue to descend into the next valley to reach Quiswarani village (3700m / 12138ft) where we will set up camp once again. Along today's trek we see typical Andean scenery with lakes, snowy mountains, grazing alpaca and have lunch by a waterfall. Hopefully we are also lucky in that we will spot some Andean Ibis, Andean geese and flamingoes.
DAY 3 - Quiswarani to Cuncani Breakfast at 7am then we get ready for our 3 hour descent to reach the second highest pass - Huillquijasa Pass (4200m/13779ft). Today's climb is definitely worth it once you get to see the view at the top then along our descent towards a village called Cuncani, we will hopefully get an opportunity to see and hear humming birds, flickers and falcons among others. Tonight's surprise is that camp (3860m/ 12663ft) is nearby Lares 'hot springs !
DAY 4 - Cuncani to Aguas Calienties After a hot breakfast the morning will be spent enjoying the natural hot springs - a well deserved reward for the end of the trek. From Lares we will take a bus to the Sacred Valley (Ollantaytambo) where you will either return to Cusco (ending your trip) or continue to catch the train to Aguas Calientes, where we will stay the night.
DAY 5 - Aguas Calienties to Cusco Up early, breakfast, then we will visit Machu Picchu. You will have free time to explore, take photos and of course if you have the energy, choose to hike up Huaynapicchu Mountain that has the best view of the city to offer. This will take approxamitely 2 hours up and back, also you must get in early as there are only 400 people a day allowd to hike up. After free time you will have a 2 hour guided tour, then its time to head by bus back to Aguas Calienties by 3.30pm to take the trail back to Cusco at 3.55pm.
Included:
Transfers to and From Cusco Entrance fees Horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment) One spare horse Cooks for: 4 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners, 3 Lunch Snacks, coffee/ tea Bilingual guide Tents, sleeping matts, table(s) and chairs Short bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes Oxyogen 3 nights in a tent, 1 night in a Hostel (private room) Not Included: Sleeping bag (see our rentals for hire) Flashlight What to bring:
Hiking shoes Backpack and/or Daypack Sleeping bag for up to -8 degrees celcious Warm clothing (layers recommended) Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended) Flashlight Camera and film Battries Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses) Insect repellent Rain jacket or Poncho Water proof back pack cover Water bottle Water purifying tablets Personal medical kit Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required) Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips Toilet paper
Ausangate Trek (6 days/5 nights)
Ausangate Trek
Ausangate is one of the most exciting and challenging trails in Southern Peru, also an important mountain god for the Incas, and is still revered daily by local people.
Seeing very few people on this hike, except for the occasional animal, you will experience something like no other. The Ausangate circuit explores the Cordillera Vilcanota, weaving around many peaks over 6000m. (Ausangate being the highest at 6,372 meters, 20,905 feet ).
Difficulty of trek: Difficult Length of trek: 6 Days / 5 Nights Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
Day 1 Cusco to Tinqui Leaving Cusco at 8am we then have a 3 hour bus journey to a small village called Tinqui. Passing through beautiful country side and several traditional villages including Urcos, Cattca and Oxangate, where we will have the opportunity to take some photos.
Day 2 From Tinqui to Upis We will start trekking at around 9am today. In the first 3 hours the trail starts crossing the highland meadow approaching the base of Ausangate. We will have also seen magnificent scenery of the Cordillera Vilcanota, then after lunch it is only another 2 hours trek until we reach the hot springs where we will set up camp in Upis.
Day 3 From Urpis to Lake Jatun Puga Q'ocha After breakfast at 8am we will hike the Aruba Pass (4850m) which will take 3 hours. From this pass we will continue 3 1/2 hours down the valley until we reach the Lake Jatun Paqa Q'ocha on the way. Here we will set up camp and you will have the opportunity to climb the small ridge north of the camp to see Lake Vin Q'ocha. You will see the surpurbe view of Ausangate, feeling so close up and dominating! While camping beside the Jatun Puqa Q'ocha, you wont miss the sound of the falling ice bergs into the lake!
Day 4 From Lake Jatun Puqa Q'ocha to Pampacancha In the morning we will ascend the second pass of Apuchata (4900m) with the turquoise Laguna Ausangate Q'ocha below. The melting ice from Ausangate is what forms this lake. From the lake we cross Palomani pass (5200m) - the highesst pass for the trek. We continue down into the valley where we will eat lunch then head onto our campsite at at Pampacancha.
Day 5 From Pampacancha to Q'omer Q'ocha During the morning you will see the snowy peaks of Tres Picos and Puca Punta. Continuing through the valley of Pampa Jutunpata and up the Rio Q;ampa valley. After passing through a small village of Q'ampa we will head to the last pass of this hike, the Q'ampa pass (5000m). We will see seaveral different coloured lakes, the final lake being Q'oma Q'ocha. We will camp beside this beautiful green turquoise lake.
Day 6 From Qomer Q'ocha to Cusco Breakfast at 6.30 this morning, then after 2 1/2 hours of hiking we will arrive at the small village of Pacchanta. You will finally have the opportunity to have a drink and relax in the hot thermal springs. Afterwards its another 3 hour trek back to Tinqui where we'll say goodbye to our horsemen and take the bus back to Cusco, arriving late evening.
INCLUDED:
Transfers to and From Cusco Entrance fees Cooks for: 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, 6 Lunch Snacks, coffee/ tea Bilingual guide Tents, sleeping matts, table(s) and chairs Oxygen NOT INCLUDED:
Sleeping bag Flashlight WHAT TO BRING:
Hiking shoes Backpack and/or Day pack Sleeping bag for up to -20 degrees Celsius Warm clothing (layers recommended) Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended) Toilet paper Flashlight Camera and film Batteries Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses) Insect repellent Rain jacket or Poncho Water proof back pack cover Water bottle Water purifying tablets Personal medical kit Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required) Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips
Machu Picchu & Choquequirao (9 days/8 nights)
THE COMBO EXPEDITION - MACHU PICCHU & CHOQUEQUIRAO
Give yourself a splurge of Andean and natural history and visit the best two archeological Inca sites near Cusco !!!
The Combo Expedition will take you to the Citadel of Choquequirao, and to the world famous Inca Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. We are giving you the opportunity to enjoy a 9-day expedition in the midst of time, vegetation, imposing snow-peaks and deep valleys. You will also have the opportunity to experience remote native communities before reaching the Sanctuary of Machu Picchu. Bring your photographic equipment along, as this journey is the most picturesque trip offered in the Cusco area. The trip is supported with horses for your convenience and we provide you with top quality camping equipment and a very balanced and energetic diet. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure -the Combo Expedition will go beyond your dreams!!!!!
Difficulty of trek: Moderate to difficult Length of trek: 9 Days / 8 Nights Start point: Cusco End point: Cusco Type of trek: Archaeological, Cultural, Camping, Ecological, Hiking
Day 1: Cusco-Cachora- Playa Rosalinas. Descent to Apurimac River. Early departure from Cusco and transfer by private transportation to the starting point of our journey located at Cachora.
Day 2: Playa Rosalinas- Maranpata.-Choquequirao. After a consistent breakfast, we start a gradual ascend to Marampata , and the trail gets harder but the views are spectacular. We see the natural wonders of the Apurimac river deepest canyon and of the most tributaries of the Amazon river and may have the chance of spotting a condor. We have lunch at Marampata. Early afternoon we arrive at the Enigmatic and Mystical lost inca site of Choquequirao (3000 metres), time to visit and explore Choquequirao considered bigger in extension than the sanctuary of Machupicchu surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery in the midst of the cloud forest.
Day 3: Choquequirao-Maizal. After breakfast we will hike up a short ascent to Choquequirao pass (3300 mt) then before descending to our lunch place in Rio Blanco (1909 mt), we stop in Pinchiunuyoc where we can appreciate the Inca farming terraces, part of them still covered by the cloud forest vegetation, water fountains, on the way down to the lunch place the landscape changes gradually into a dry Andean forest then after lunch we hike up for three hours to Maizal (3000mt) where we set up our campsite.
Day 4: Maizal-Minas Victoria- Yanama. From Maizal camp site, we make an early morning start up to Victoria pass (4200 mt), from where we can have a breathtaking view of the snow peaked mountains of Humantay (5700 mt) and Salkantay (6271 mt), considered by the local natives to be the "Guardian spirit of the jungle". Half way going to the top, we start stepping over the original inca trail still such incredible well preserved. Continuing our hike along the way we appreciate several abandoned quarries of silver and lead mines in ancient times. And finally we descend to our campsite at Yanama (3800 mt).
Day 5: Yanama-Totora. We will hike right up to the last highest passes of the journey Yanama Pass (4668 mt), this is a challenging day, as we ascend to the pass the walking gets harder but the views get spectacular, from where we can have a stunning view of the snow-peaked mountains of Sacrachayoc, and Padreyoc surrounding us and we might be able to view the majestic condors flying above the cliffs and passing by waterfalls on both sides of the valley and lush greenery where you can refresh yourself. When getting to the pass we will observe a pile of stones which are added to thank the apus (mountainspirits) for a safe trip and good luck. Campsite at totora.
Day 6: Totora-Wiñaypoco. After a gradual descent into the rain forest, where the vegetation change very quickly. Just in time arriving at Collpapampa our body will appreciate the beneficial natural hot springs, afterwards we continue to our campsite at Wiñaypoco.
Day 7: Wiñaypoco- Lucmabamba. After a healthy breakfast, the trail continues down the valley into the forest, from increasingly tall trees, and groves of bamboos, providing some birdwatching opportunities. You will be going across some amazing untouched path where strawberries grow at your feet and passion fruit are above your head in décor of begonias and purple orchids! After 2 hours and a half we will arrive to a tiny place called la playa where we wil enjoy a small break enjoying fresh fruits. We set up our camp site on a school field in Lucmabamba. This is an easy hiking day where we will enjoy the lush vegetation of the cloud forest and its many species of Orchids. Also we will get familiar with the various crops produced in the area such as: coffee, coca leaves, exotic fruits, etc. Campsite at Lucmabamba.
Day 8: Lucmabamba-Hydroelectric-Puente Ruinas. We wake up early this day to start a nice walk up hill, which will give us some amazing views on the valley After 3hours, we will enjoy a break at llactapata overlooking one of the main highlights in South America Machupicchu. It is a magical view given to us that most of tourist will never see! A 3 hour going down the path easily leads the hikers to the bamboos groves and into a forest of increasingly thick vegetation and tall trees. Some excellent bird watching opportunities! Reachjng the hydroelectric townwe follow the trail tracks heading up the Urubamba valley to our last camp site Puentes Ruinas (Aguas Calientes).
Day 9. After an early morning breakfast we will take a bus right up to Machupicchu sanctuary and enter early for the best photos opportunities and then spend the rest of the morning visiting and exploring the ruins. Before leaving, let us take the time to climb up to Huaynapicchu (45minutes before heading down to Aguas Calientes to aboard the train back to Cusco.
Included:
Transfers to and From Cusco
Entrance fees
Horses (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
One spare horse
Cooks for: 8 Breakfast, 8 dinners, 9 lunch, Snacks, coffee/ tea
Bilingual guide Tents
Sleeping matts
Table(s) and chairs
Short bus from Machu Picchu to Aguas Calientes
Oxygen
3 nights in a trench
1 night in a Hostel (private room)
Not Included:
Sleeping bag (see our rentals for hire)
Flashlight
What to bring:
Passport
Hiking shoes
Backpack and/or Daypack
Sleeping bag for up to -8 degrees Celsius
Warm clothing (layers recommended)
Thermals (woolen hat, socks and scarf are recommended)
Flashlight
Camera and film
Batteries
Sun protection (hat, sun screen, sun glasses)
Insect repellent
Rain jacket or Poncho
Water proof back pack cover
Water bottle
Water purifying tablets
Personal medical kit Passport and ISIC card if you are a student (originals required)
Money for souvenirs, drinks and tips
Toilet paper
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