Andean Lodge to Lodge Trekking Itinerary (3 days)
"SHORT ESCAPADE"
A 3 day breathtaking trek in the Cordillera Vilcanota, on a route we call the “Camino del Apu Ausangate” (Road of the Apu Ausangate) located in close proximity to the highest, sacred mountain in the Cusco region. The “APUS” is the bearer of life and the guardian of one of the most pristine mountain ecosystems in the world. Our treks will be accompanied by llamas and horses that carry our gear, which that are owned by the shepherds of the Chillca community whom are proud to share with us their land and the spirit of this inspiring world. On our hikes and in our unique “Tambos” or Andean Lodges, daily meals will be prepared by experienced chefs, introducing you to a great variety of delicious Peruvian cuisine and produce. As for entertainment, authentic, vernacular music from members of the communities will accompany some of our nights in the "Tambos"
Price per passenger: US$ 610
Single Supplement: US$ 228
Note: Prices are commissionable 15%
Prices Do Not Include sales Tax IGV.
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Location: Ausangate, located 3:00 hrs south from Cusco
Season: From April to December
Trekking Level: Moderate. High altitude Trek
Maximum: 14 passengers
Itinerary
Day 01: Cusco / Chillca L/D
Early morning departure from Cusco (8:30 am) along the fertile Vilcanota Valley to the town of Checacupe (1 hour and a half, 100 km). After a visit to the colonial temple of the Immaculate, we start ascending the Pitumarca valley, along the spectacular Japura gorge that leads to Chillca, where we will be greeted by the community. ( 1 hour and a half, 42 km) From there it is a short and easy walk to the first “Tambo”(45 minutes). Once at the lodge there will be time to relax and enjoy the music provided by the locals of Chillca.
Day 02: Chillca / Machuracay B/L/D
Our hike begins at 08.30 in the wide valley of Upis where impressive glaciated mountains loom above the valley offering majestic views. The trail narrows as we make our way towards the waterfalls descending from the Santa Catalina Mountain. This path is mostly used by the wandering llamas of the area and once we reach the small Paloma lagoon the countryside will be dotted with these animals, and also a large number of alpacas. After hiking along a second lagoon and crossing a long series of moraines, we will reach the Machuracay Tambo, located right at the bottom of the Apu Ausangate.
Day 03: Machurcay / Anantapata B/L
After a demanding ascent to the Palomani pass at an elevation of 5,200 m. / 17,000 ft., we will descend to Ausangatecocha. Fantastic views of the glaciated south face of the “APU” will inspire us as we continue along the red sandstone formations to the community of Ausangate By the time we get down the valley, our bus will be waiting for the return trip to Cusco.
Prices Include:
- All organization.
- Expert leadership on the whole trip. Professional Bilingual Guide
- Private transport as mentioned in itinerary
- Lodging with double occupancy rooms.
- Private bathrooms for each room (running cold and hot water).
- Duffle bag (for the luggage carried by horse).
- Walking sticks.
- All meals on the trek, including a hearty breakfast, picnic style lunch and 3-course dinners served with wine. B= Breakfast, PL= Picnic, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
- First Aid
- Oxygen
Does Not Include:
- Tips for trekking staff
- Personal equipment and items of a personal nature.
- Insurance
- Laundry
- Tips
- Extras not mentioned in Itinerary
You should bring:
- Backpack / daypack.
- Comfortable hiking boots and good socks.
- Tennis shoes or sandals to wear around town and in the lodges.
- Gore-Tex jacket and pants / Rain gear.
- Long underwear / Gloves
- Sun glasses, sunscreen,
- Lip balm,
- Hats (for sun protection and against the cold).
- Water bottle (or alternate personal hydration system).
- Camera equipment (they might last less in low temperature and there . are no possibilities to recharge them) memory cards and/or film
- Binoculars.
- Extra batteries
- (Small) flashlight / head lamp.
- Pocket knife/Energy bars
- Toiletries