Overview
Condor Sighting Cusco – Overview
- First day: Cusco – Chonta – Moonstone – Apurimac Canyon
- Second day: Chonta-Apurimac Canyon – Cusco
condor sightseeing chonta tour – Useful Information
- Highest Altitude: 3,900 m / 12,795 ft.
- Waking Distance: 8 km / 4.971 miles
Itinerary
Condor Sighting Cusco – Itinerary
Day 1: Chonta – Moonstone – Tarawasi – Apurimac Canyon
We will begin our adventure early, picking you up at 5:00 a.m. from your hotel in Cusco. We will then drive through the breathtaking mountains until we reach Chonta, where our hike begins.
We start by descending to the amazing Inca ruin site of Quillarumiyoc – the Temple of the Moon. This was an Inca ceremonial site dedicated to worshipping water and the moon goddess Quilla. This fascinating site is approximately 1 km off the highway along a dirt road.
The complex is comprised of a series of water channels following the course of a narrow gully which runs down from the Sombre Mountain. These water channels flow past sacred rocks, one including the Great Stone which is carved with incredible geometric designs of the moon herself, hence the sites name.
Then we continue onward to Tarawasi, another impressive Inca site. This was a ceremonial site as well as a resting place for the Inca chasquis. Chasquis were runners who delivered messages over long distances.
One of the most outstanding aspects of this site, is the polygonal retaining wall, noteworthy for its’ 28 human-sized niches. Solely this incredible architectural ingenuity makes the trip from Cusco worth it. Also, your guide will show you on the wall below the flower shapes and nine-sided hearts amid the perfectly interlocked stones.
After, it will be time to head back up to Chonta, where we have time to explore the village before lunch.
After a lovely rest and delicious lunch we will have walk for approximately an hour and a half until we reach the best condor viewpoint towering over the valley. Here, we will spend the afternoon, patiently waiting to capture perfect condor photos Chonta and enjoy dinner and camp under the stars.
- Meals:Breakfast/Lunch/Afternoon Snacks/Dinner
- Accommodations: Camping
- Maximum Altitude: 3,900 m / 12,795 ft.
Day 2: Chonta – Apurimac Canyon – Cusco
On our condor sighting cusco second day, you will have the option of rising early to photograph the breathtaking sunrise over the Andean mountains or you can sleep in until breakfast time.
After breakfast, we head back to the condor viewpoint for one last chance to see these massive birds swoop and soar through the canyon. It is truly an impressive site, as the condor’s wingspan can reach up to 10 feet long.
After, we will return to Chonta for lunch and then our private transport will pick us up and take you back to your hotel in Cusco.
- Meals:Breakfast/Lunch
Inclusions
Condor Sighting Cusco included:
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
- Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+
- Pre trek briefing 1 or 2 days before your trek
- Transfer upon arrival from airport or bus station in Cusco to your Hotel
- Chef
- Camping equipment plus 5kg of your personal items.
- Pick-up from your Hotel
- Transportation by bus to Condor Canyon Chonta
- Water
- 1 Beakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Afternoon Snacks and 1 Dinner. If you have a dietary such as vegetarian food please let us know and request with no cost at all.
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- a 4-men tent for every 2 trekkers
- Sleeping mattress
- Oxygen bottle
- First aid kit
- Entrance to Condor Canyon
condor sighting cusco Not Include:
- Sleeping Bag (Can be hired from us)
- Dinner on Day 2
- Tips for the crew
- Travel Insurance – you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance for the duration of your Condor Sighting Cusco at chonta.
What you need to take for this Condor Sighting Cusco in Chonta.
- Original Passport
- STUDENT CARD (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
- Walking boots
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
- Warm jacket
- Hat and gloves
- T-shirts
- Comfortable Trousers
- Sun hat
- Sun cream
- Insect repellant
- Toiletries and hand sanitiser
- Personal medication
- Camera and film
- Torch
- Spare batteries
Price
Price for our Condor Sighting Cusco:
Group Service:
- Price:US$390 per person
Condor watching tour in cusco discounts:
- Student Discount: US$20 (Requires Valid STUDENT CARD to qualify)
- Under 15 years Discount: US$30 Please send us a copy of your passport at the time of booking.
Optional Extras:
- Hiking Poles US$5
- Sleeping Bag US$10
- Single Tent Supplement US$10
Additional
SPECIAL ADDITIONALS IN OUR CHONTA CONDOR SIGHTING TOUR:
- Inflatable Mattress (Included)
- Pillow (Included)
- Blanket (Included)
- Extra 7 kg of personal items (Included). All of our treks include porters, who are responsible for carrying and setting up all equipment. They will also carry your personal duffel, which you will receive at your briefing the night before your trek. This duffel can not exceed 7 kg/14 lbs, and must include your sleeping bag and an air mattres.
