Choquequirao Trek 5 days

Recommendations for Choquequirao Trek 5 days

What you have to take into account for the trip, remember that this trip is a mountaineering tour where we will be away from the city and most of the basic services:

• A light backpack with a change of clothes for the entire period of the hike – be prepared for a wide range of temperature changes.
• Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho. Plastic ponchos can be purchased for about $1 in Cusco.
• Sturdy footwear, waterproof hiking boots are recommended. Extra socks are a must.
• Plastic sandals or flip-flops are also good to allow your feet to breathe at night, if you wish to wear them.
• Warm clothing, including jacket, fleece, gloves and scarf.
• Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping.
• It is hot in the Apurímac Canyon, so you should also be prepared for hot conditions on this hike.
• Sleeping bag (we can rent it)
• Flashlight and spare battery
• Camera, film and batteries (batteries are consumed more quickly in cold conditions).
• Hat or cap to protect from the sun, rain and cold
• Sunscreen
• After sun cream or moisturizer for face and body
• Insect repellent – ​​a minimum of 20% DEET is recommended
• Toilet paper,
• Bring snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruit, muesli, etc.
• Non-disposable canteen (Nalgene type) and water for the first morning.
• We advise you to bring water sterilization tablets in case you collect water from streams.
• Your own first aid kit with special medications you may need, paracetamol, second skin for blisters and more
• small towel or sarong.
• Cash: Enough for tips and souvenirs, or any drinks or snacks you might want to buy along the way.
• Walking sticks or poles (we can rent them).
• Binoculars (if you have them)

The most outstanding

As adventure travel specialists, we have the best designed itinerary in which you will visit one of the most important Inca cities in the Cusco region: Choquequirao, just like Machu Picchu was one of the most important cities of the Inca Period.

Choquequirao Trek 5 days more information:

Inca Period (1438-1534)
It was considered a cultural and religious center of the region. It is presumed that this city was used as a control center to protect access to the Vilcabamba Valley, which connected with the main cities of the Sacred Valley of Cusco such as Pisaq, Ollantaytambo and Machu Picchu.

Transition Period (1534-1572)
Choquequirao is presumed to have been one of the last bastions of Inca resistance, where many of the Incas sought refuge, who by order of Manco Inca abandoned the city of Cusco for Vilcabamba. Around 1535 when Cusco was besieged by the Spanish, Manco Inca and the other Incas of Vilcabamba resisted the Spanish until the execution of Tupac Amaru I in 1572.

Colonial era
The Spaniard Juan Arias Dias Topete in the year 1710, was the one who gives news about the citadel called “Chuquiquirau”, the first review makes reference to the year 1768 written by Cosme Bueno. In 1790 Pablo Jose Origain mentions in his work “Compendium of Geographic News of Cuzco” a depopulated city.

Tour Details

Activities: Adventure Hike.
Transfer to Capulioc : 3½ hours by bus from Cusco
Difficulty Levels : 3 of 4
Maximum Altitude : 4350 masl. / 14271 empanadas.
Accommodation : 4 days of camping
Optional Activities : Horseback Riding.
Places : Choquequirao.
Departure Day : Daily departures Minimum 2 paxs in Private service, minimum group 6 passengers.
Start : Pick up at your accommodation in Cusco around 4:00 am

Tour Summary

Day 1 : Cusco – Cachora – Chiquisca
Day 2 : Chiquisca – Rosalina Beach – Santa Rosa – Marampata
Day 3 : Marampata – Choquequirao
Day 4 : Choquequirao – Rosalina Beach – Chiquisqa
Day 5 : Chiquisqa – Capuliyoc – Cachora – Cusco

Frequently Asked Questions: Choquequirao Trek 4 days

Why choose Aremika Travel for your next vacation?

We are a team specialized in providing Tourist Services, establishing our headquarters of operations in the Immortal City, Navel of the World CUSCO.
We have the experience and the professionals that are part of our team to meet the requirements of all the programs and activities that we put at your disposal, to provide you with the best moments and unforgettable trips during the time of your estimated trip.
Our company seeks more than just providing you with a service, since our goal marks the beginning of a friendship and good business relationships from today onwards.

How difficult is Choquequirao Trek?

Apparently  Choquequirao Trek  is one of the most difficult hikes to do, but when the trip ends you will say  Difficult, but worth it.  After the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu,  Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu  and the  Inca Jungle  , this is one of the hardest treks to do, due to the uneven terrain, here you will find various geographical floors from the mountain ranges to tropical valleys, and enjoy a great immensity of flora and fauna.

How long is the hike to Choquequirao Trek?

The shortest hike is recommended, 4 days 3 nights. If you want to take a more relaxed route and enjoy the whole journey better, we recommend  the Choquequirao Trek 5 days  , and if you are one of the most intrepid and adventurous, you can take  the Choquequirao trek to Machu Picchu 7 days 6 nights. In the end, you will say that it was worth taking this great trip.

Is the hike to Machu Picchu difficult?

The Inca Trail to Machu Picchu  is one of the most famous in the world. The journey could be considered a difficult hike, as we will begin with an ascent over 4,600 meters above sea level and camping for 3 nights.

How old is Choquequirao?

According to historians, the construction of  Choquequirao  dates back to 1536 and its discovery only began in 1970, when excavation work began. Currently, it is estimated that only 30% of the citadel has been excavated and shown to the public.