This new and mysterious attraction, the Waqrapukara Hike, is undoubtedly a tourist destination that promises a lot. Visit the impressive Inca archaeological complex of Waqrapukara, surrounded by stunning views over the Apurimac Canyon.
Our tour to Waqrapukara Hike will take you to explore off-the-beaten-path trails, where you can connect with nature and discover the grandeur of this fortress in a journey full of mysticism and adventure. The hike, of moderate difficulty, will allow you to appreciate crystalline lagoons, agricultural terraces and ancient ceremonial temples used by the Incas. In addition, along the way, you will be able to observe typical flora and fauna of the Andes, such as llamas, condors and vizcachas.
This enigmatic fortress is located on top of a steep mountain and features eight Inca terraces with retaining walls and stone stairways. The hike to Waqrapukara is a new and alternative day trip in the Cusco area. and is ideal for those who love to hike and are looking for adventure. We recommend doing this tour if you would like to practice for the Inca Trail or Salkantay Trek. Getting there involves a 3 – 4 hour drive from Cusco, and then a 2 hour trek.
Do you have free days in Cusco and feel like you’ve seen it all? Waqrapukara Hike – a lesser known Incan sanctuary is gaining popularity as a hidden treasure among travellers seeking an alternative trekking and camping adventure. This newly discovered and impressive Incan archeological complex is located more remotely than the renowned monuments like Pisaq and Sacsayhuaman.
The Waqrapukara Hike is one of the new alternatives of a full day hike in Cusco, ideal for people who love walking and adventurous, it is also considered a good alternative of a training for people who have not yet done the Inca Trail, Salkantay Trek or Ausangate Trek.
Cusco to Cusipata
The adventure begins when our transfer picks you up at your accommodation at 04:00 am en route to the small town of Cusipata, located south of Cusco, where you will enjoy a delicious breakfast. Here you have the opportunity to shop for drinks, snacks, sunscreen, and even souvenirs.
After that, we’ll follow our route for one hour and a half along an unpaved road until the town of Santa Lucía, witnessing some amazing scenery all around and even looking at the lagoon in the distance. From the town, we’ll take a final 30-min drive to our hike’s starting point. There, you’ll have time to get your things together before we start. The first section is around 1.5 hours long, observing the magnificent Apurimac Canyon, one of the deepest in Peru, and the dramatic landscapes studded with cliffs along the way.
08:00 am approximate we are get to at the starting point you will receive instructions from our professional guide to begin the hike to Waqrapukara. This is a tour that lasts approximately 2 hours.
At this place you will learn about the history and mythology of the place; you will have enough time to explore the area, take photos and rest amidst the impressive views of the Waqrapukara Archaeological Park, as well as see the spectacular chasms and canyons that surround it.
After experiencing the Waqrapukara, we meet at a key point to enjoy a delicious lunch (box) in an unforgettable and special picnic.
Back to the transport, a walk of about 3 hours in which you can enjoy contact with nature, the impressive mountains and the greenery of the landscape.
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Can I store my luggage at your office?
Of course
During the trip, your main luggage can be stored at our office (you can organize it with us on the briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you won’t need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags; put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (in the unlikely case of theft, many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing everything). It’s best to put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
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Group Tours
Group tours are made up of different types of people, then physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route.
It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, the guide will be the one who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications are possible.
Strikes and demonstrations
Strikes and demonstrations are common in Peru, and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked, and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your trip as originally planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date.
Under these circumstances, tours may also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, everything will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority, and our decisions will be made to protect it.
Lost objects
Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our transport, tents or restaurants. You’re the only one responsible for your objects during the tour.
Remember to check this list before packing your bags to make sure you don’t forget anything important. Have a nice trip!
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The “Waqrapukara Hike Full Day” can leave any day of the week, the whole year.
Group Price: US$ 180.00 US$ 160.00 per person
Travel in a small group (2-12 people).
This small-group journey is guaranteed to operate with just two guests. Notice that PayPal charges a fee of 7 %, which we ask the client to cover since it’s due to the use of its service. This tax is just for online deposits.
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Once your booking has been confirmed, we guarantee the price won’t increase, whatever the circumstances. So please, before booking, ensure you’ve read all our important tour information.
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Free cancellation
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