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CHOQUEKIRAO TREK 4D/3N
Chokequirao, considered the second Machu Picchu, is one of Peru’s recently-discovered archaeological and cultural treasures currently being prepared to opened to tourists from all over the world. To date, only 30% of the complex has been cleared for visits by Peruvians and foreigners alike, due to the fact the site has yet to undergo a rigorous scientific investigation.
Choquekirao is a enigmatic ruined Inca city even less accessible than Machu Picchu. One day it will draw hordes of tourists but for now it is still little visited. The ultimate itinerary is to hike to Chokequirao and continue to Machu Picchu via Aguas Calientes.
Chokequirau is a magic Inca city located South West from Cusco, between Cusco Department and Apurimac Department in Peru, if you are searching other option instead of the Inca Trail to Machupicchu, this is a place to go. You have several exciting trekking days, combining the different altitudes of the Peruvian Highlands with variety of Flora and Fauna.
CONSIDERATIONS
Inevitably this trek will be made official. Regulations and restrictions imposed. Get there soon. It will change for the worse.
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this trek is rapidly gaining popularity
- basic supplies & treats are available at many points. This is not a wilderness area. Carry cash.
- biting insects, including ants, are a big concern
- trekking guidebook not available (as of the most recent date of publication of this page) — you need a guide or arriero (mule driver)
- evacuation is difficult in some sections
- no rescue service. You are on your own.
- sections are very steep and can be muddy
- did we mention it's steep? This was an elevation gain record for this hiker (we climbed from the river to the ruins in one day)
Choquekirao Trek,Trip Itinerary
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DAY 1: CUSCO / CACHORA / CHIQUISCA:
Early morning departure from Cusco . Our private transportation will take us to the town of Cachora where our mule wanglers , mules and horses are wayting. We hike down into the Apurimac canyon camping at Chiquisca (1800 mts) (L,D). -
DAY 2:CHIQUISCA / MARANPATA /CHOQUEKIRAU:
After a good breakfast we start our strenuous hike up hill for about 5 hours to our lunch spot at Maranpata, and then to Choquequirau, where we camp. Choquequirau ( Golden Cradle ) is considered the Sister city of MachuPicchu, because of several similarities, it hangs 1,500 meters above the Apurimac Canyon , MachuPïcchu hangs above the Urubamba canyon.
It is at the same latitude and it is a large citadel with more of 8 hectares , only one third has been uncovered and every day the archeologist find something more. (B,L,D) -
DAY 3: CHOKEQUIRAU / CHIQUISCA :
At dawn we can see the Sun rise over the ruins and after a good breakfast we will visit the archeological compound and then start our way back down the same way we came in, until we reach our camp at Chiquisca. (B,L,D) -
DAY 4: CHIQUISCA / CACHORA / CUSCO:
Today we start our trek back to Cachora , where our private transportation will be wayting to take us back to Cusco.(B, L)
INCLUDES :
- Private transportation to the head of the trail
- Mules for our luggage, plus one or two saddle horses for emergencies
- English speaking guide , cook
- All the meal while on the trek
- Double occupancy tents , dinning tent, latrine tent, and all camping equipment
- Transfer form the head of the trail
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Extra Horse if you want to ride, the cost is US $ 15.00 per day
NOTE: Since this is considered a strenuous hike , we strongly recommend the use of horses
COST 2010:
From 2 participants U.S.$ 557.00 each
From 3 to 6 participants U.S.$ 397.00 each
From 7 to 16 participants U.S.$ 347.00 each