Chinchero Inca Trail & Poc Poc Waterfall hike

Poc Poc Waterfall hike and Inca trail in Chinchero

You can not miss this beautiful adventure to the sacred valley of the incas that connect to Machupicchu with a very pleasant and not challenging option journey that combines, original Inca Trail in Chinchero Cusco, nature, flora and fauna, sacred mountains and water falls with great views of the mountains and valleys.

Taking you off the beaten path and all the crowds of the more popular treks, yet still immersing fully into all the amazing things Peru has to offer. So this Poc poc Waterfall hike is perfect for those with a short time frame, an alternative non-commercial option, or who are just looking for an easier trekking route.

Price from 70 USD$ per person

DISTANCE

8 km / 4.97 miles

MAX ALTITUDE

3,800 m / 12,467 ft

PHISICAL LEVEL

moderate

GROUP SIZE

Up to 16

Overview

Poc poc waterfall hike Overview

Day 1: Cusco – Chinchero, PocPoc Waterfall – Urquillos

Itinerary

Poc Poc Waterfall hike Itinerary

Day: 1 Cusco – Chinchero, PocPoc Waterfall – Urquillos

Today begins your adventure of a lifetime! You will be collected from your hotel by your expert, local guide and private vehicle to be driven firstly to Chinchero, on this site we will appreciate the Inka walls that are very well preserved in the main square as well as many altars directed to the four cardinal points.

You’ll get up close to ancient cultures and awe-inspiring natural wonders in the company of local guides whose passion for their culture is contagious.

Also,we will participate in a wonderful exposition of Andean weaving art; During the weaving we will become familiar with the wisdom of Andean weavings, such and as they are maintained long before Inka times.

Throughout the day hike in Poc Poc waterfall you will enjoy the spectacular view of the Vilcanota ridge on the opposite side of the Urubamba (small village in the heart of the Sacred Valley) where the impressive Veronica peak reigns at 5832 meters above sea level. Not to mention the diversity of wild flora and fauna that can be found all along the valley.

Descend down an original, stone-paved Inca trail with the snow-capped Chicon and Pitusaray Mountains in the background. A small detour will take you to the Poc Poc waterfall, a perfect place to take a break and refresh. Today will also be the most impressive and the most interesting as you journey from the heights and descend to the heart of the Sacred Valley of the incas enjoying and getting a deep experience of hiking the classic inca trail.

Finally you will approach Urquillos, flora scenery transforms into vast green agricultural fields. In urquillos we have a delicious buffet lunch prepared by our chef. Then we are on our way back to your hotel in Cusco.

Maximum elevation: Chinchero 3,800 m / 12,467 ft.
Minimum height: 2,850 m / 9,350 ft
Walking Distance: 8 km / 4.97 miles.
Estimated duration: 3 hours.
Difficulty: Moderate

Inclusions

Our poc poc waterfall hike in the town of chinchero includes:

Pick-up from your hotel.
Private transportation.
English-speaking Tour Guide.
Andean village visit.
Entrance to the Pot Poc waterfalls
Entrance to the Inca Trail.
Hiking poles
01 traditional buffet lunch, If you have a dietary request such as vegetarian, please let us know.
Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+.
Oxygen botle.
First aid kit

Does Not Include:

Tourist Ticket for archeological site (70 soles/US$25 per person).
Tips for the crew
Water
Snack
Travel Insurance

What you need to take for the chinchero Inca trail hike and poc poc waterfall.

Original passport
Small Backpack
Rain gear or rain poncho
Warm jacket.
Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses.
Comfortable hiking shoes
Trekking pants
Shirts or t-shirts we recommend long sleeved preferably quick-dry or regular cotton
Insect repellent
Quick-Drying Travel Towel
Personal medication
Walking stick with rubber bands on the tip
Reusable water bottle or CamelBak water bladder
Hand sanitizer
Toilet paper
Reusable trash bag to recycle the garbage collected
Extra money

Price

Poc Poc Waterfall hike Prices

2 people US$130 per person
3 people US$100 per person
4 people US$80 per person
5+ people US$70 per person

Discounts for our Poc poc waterfall hike in Chinchero:

Student Discount: US$20 (Requires Student Card to qualify)
Under 18’s Discount: US$20

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