Choquequirao Trek – 5 Days
CHOQUEQUIRAO TREK
5-DAYS/4-NIGHTS
The Choquequirao trek is perfect for those who would like to experience high mountain routes with great diversity and spectacular rock formations, deep and colorful canyons, and the cloud forests. This captivating 5-day adventure will take you through the Apurimac Canyon to the remote and lesser-known lost Inca citadel of Choquequirao. You’ll witness stunning panoramic views and appreciate the architectural wonders of Choquequirao itself, which features impressive terraces, ceremonial plazas, and intricate stone structures. This trek is an off-the-beaten-path experience that rewards adventurers with a profound sense of discovery and a deep connection to Peru’s rich history and natural landscapes.
Trip Details
ITINERARY
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
PRICE
ITINERARY
DAY 1: CUSCO – CACHORA – CHIKISCA
- Early Morning: Depart Cusco towards Curawasi town.
- Breakfast: In Curawasi.
- Continue: Drive to trek starting point, meet horsemen and horses.
- Hike: 8.5 km / 5.4 miles along mountain edge, descend to Chikiska (1,850 meters / 6,069 feet).
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 1,850 meters / 6,069 feet
- Driving Distance: 165 km / 102.5 miles
DAY 2: CHIKISKA – MARANPATA
- Early Morning: Breakfast and start hike.
- Hike: 11 km / 6.8 miles, cross Apurimac River, uphill to Marampata.
- Lunch: At Marampata, rest for the day.
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Hard/Challenging
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 3,000 meters / 9,690 feet
DAY 3: FULL DAY TO EXPLORE CHOQUEQUIRAO
- Morning: Breakfast, hike 2 hours to Choquequirao.
- Tour: Guided tour of Choquequirao’s main sectors.
- Return: To campsite for relaxation.
- Walking Distance: 10 km / 6.2 miles
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 3,000 meters / 9,690 feet
DAY 4: MARAMPATA – LA PLAYA – CHIQUISKA
- Early Morning: Breakfast, pack gear.
- Hike: 11 km / 6.8 miles downhill to La Playa, then uphill to Chikiska.
- Enjoy: Views of Apurimac Canyon, flora, fauna, and Andes Mountains.
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Accommodation: Camping
- Camp Altitude: 1,850 meters / 6,069 feet
DAY 5: CHIQUISKA – CAPULIYOC – CUSCO
- Early Morning: Breakfast, start last uphill hike.
- Hike: 8 km / 4.9 miles to end of trail.
- Farewell: Lunch and ceremony with crew.
- Return: Private transport to Cusco, drop-off at hotel around 15:00.
- Meals: Breakfast/Lunch
- Difficulty: Moderate/Challengin
INCLUDED
- Professional bilingual English/Spanish guide
- Assistant guide for groups of 6+ people
- Private roundtrip transportation Cusco-Cachora
- Entrance fee to Choquequirao
- Private professional chef
- Horses for cooking/camping equipment and to carry 10 kg of your personal belongings
- Horsemen
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours on Day 1)
- Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 3 dinners
- Vegetarian meals available upon request in advance
- Dining tent, tables, chairs
- 4-man tent for every 2 people.
- Inflatable air mattress and pillow
- Oxygen tank
- First aid kit
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast on day 1
- Dinner on day 5
- Gratuities for drivers, porters, and cook
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING
- Passport
- Student card for discount (if you let us know in advance when booking)
- Sleeping bag (available for rent)
- Walking sticks (available for rent)
- Hiking boots
- Waterproof jacket and /or rain poncho.
- Hat
- Gloves
- Long and short sleeve T-shirts
- Comfortable pants
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen (35 SPF or higher)
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
- Camera
- Headlamp
PRICE
Price per person:
- 1 person 1,800 USD
- 2 people 975 USD per person
- 3 people 885 USD per person
- 4 people 775 USD per person
- 5 people 685 USD per person
- 6 or more people 630 per person