Overview
Waqrapukara Trek Cusco – Overview
- Day 1: Cusco – Wayke – Campsite – Waqrapukara
- Day 2: Waqrapukara – Wayke – Cusco.
Waqrapukara Peru Useful Information
- Starting Altitude: 3,296 m. / 10,813 ft.
- Highest Altitude: 4,087 m. / 13,408 ft.
- Walking Distance: 15.60 km. / 9,68 miles
Itinerary
Waqrapukara Trek Peru – Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco – Wayke – INC Campsite – Waqrapukara
We leave the city of Cusco early in our private transport and drive towards the south of the valley, following the path of the Watanay and Vilcanota rivers. On our way to Waqrapukara, we will pass Pomacocha, a beautiful sparkling Andean lake where we will see the vibrant flora and fauna specific to this habitat.
We then continue to the town of Acomayo and take a break, buying any last snacks that we will want. We then arrive at the very small village of Wayke (3,296 masl), where we will begin the Waqrapukara Trek.
Right at the beginning our uphill climb begins. However, the hard work is well worth it with views of gigantic pinnacles which come up from the Apurimac River. Spectacular.
Then, we will stop in the Llamapinta sector, where there are millennial old cave paintings, evidence of man’s use and domestication of camelids (a relative to the camel). These paintings display how camelids were used for transport, food, clothing, and much more. Also, according to Andean cosmology, camelids are representational of a constellation in the Milky Way.
We continue on to our home for the night at INC campsite, where we will settle in and enjoy a deliciously prepared lunch by our trekking chef.
After a siesta, we will have the afternoon to tour the archaeological site. In the evening, we will share a lovely dinner and rest under the stars.
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner
- Max. Altitude: 4,087 m. / 13,408 ft.
- Min. Altitude: 3,296 m. / 10,813 ft.
- Distance: 7.80 km. / 4.84 miles
- Estimated Walking Time: 5-6 hrs
Day 2: Waqrapukara Tour – Wayke – Cusco.
We start with a nourishing breakfast and hot cup of tea, while surrounded by views of the beautiful mountains. We then begin with a guided tour of the archaeological site of Waqrapukara, which awaits us in an impressive location. The spectacular surroundings provide a for a magnificent backdrop to appreciate the ingenuity of this Inca architecture. Here we will be able to see with our very own eyes the architecturally advanced triple jamb vaulted niches.
Then we return to the Llamapinta sector to take photos of the paintings representing the Andean Cosmovision.
After hiking further, we will have a moment to rest and appreciate the vast Apurimac river valley below. Then, we will arrive at the town of Wayke where we will enjoy lunch. Here, our private transport will pick us up and we will drive back to Cusco.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Maximum Altitude: 4,087 m. / 13,408 ft.
- Minimum Altitude: 3296 m. / 10,813 ft.
- Walking Distance: 7.80 km. / 4.84 miles
- Approximate Walking Time: 5 – 6 hours
Inclusions
Waqrapukara Trek Includes.
- Professional English Speaking tour Guide
- Transfer upon arrival from airport or bus station in Cusco to your Hotel
- Pre trek briefing 1 or 2 days before your Waqrapukara Trek
- Assistant Tour Guide for groups of 9+
- Chef
- Box Breakfast on Day 1
- Mules to carry cooking and camping equipment and 7kg. of your personal items.
- Pick-up from your hotel
- Transportation by bus from Cusco to Wayke.
- Water (excluding the first 4 hours of the tour when you need to bring your own)
- 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Afternoon Snacks and 1 Dinners. If you have adietary 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
Waqrapukara Trek Does 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 waqrapukara tour.
What you need to take for Waqrapukara Trek
- Original Passport
- Valid 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
Waqrapukara Trek – Prices
Group service prices.
- 2 people US$500 per person
- 3 people US$450 per person
- 4 people US$400 per person
- 5+ people US$350 per person
Discounts for this Waqrapukara tour in Peru.
- 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 for Waqrapukara
- Hiking Poles US$6
- Sleeping Bag US$10
- Single Tent Supplement US$10
FAQs
Additional
SPECIAL ADDITIONALS IN OUR WAQRAPUKARA TOUR IN CUSCO:
- 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 Waqrapukara tour. This duffel can not exceed 7 kg/14 lbs, and must include your sleeping bag and an air mattress.
