Travel Style
Trekking
Group Size
2 – 8 paxs
Difficulty
Moderate
Max. Altitude
— msnm
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Was it a fortress? A sanctuary? A astronomic observatory? Theories abound about the purpose of Wakra Pukara, a massive, horn-shaped Inca site standing above the Apurimac Canyon, three hours south of Cusco, Peru. Discover its enigmatic ruins for yourself on this unique day hike, which will take you far out of the city and off the beaten path!
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Terms and Conditions
In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel or hostel at approximately 3:00 – 3:30 am. If your hotel or hostel is not located in the city center, we will pick you up from the doorway of our office building. We will begin the two and a half hour drive towards Marcaconga village, then continue into the district of Pitumarca, where we will eat breakfast.
After breakfast, we will return to the car for thirty more minutes of driving along a zig-zagging, unpaved road, until we reach Punta Carretera. Here, we will have ten minutes to stretch, organize our things, and make any final preparations for our trek. We will walk across gently rolling terrain for about two hours, observing gorgeous landscapes studded with small glacial lakes along the way.
Once we arrive at the Wakra Pukara Overlook, we will pause briefly to take our first photos of this incredible fortress perched on the edge of a canyon. We will then descend for about forty minutes along a steep, cliffside path into the site itself, while the Apurimac River runs swiftly below.
We will explore the ruins for approximately an hour and a half, climbing through the remains of the temple complex, taking photos against the incredible canyon scenery, and resting on clifftops in the shadows of the stone walls. When the group is ready, we will begin the ascent back the way we came. We will reach the car after about three hours of trekking, and return to Cusco at approximately 6:00 pm.
Includes
- Pick up from you hotel.
- Round trip transportation in our bus (bed sit).
- Breakfast
- 1 Buffet lunch (eat as much as you like!)
- Hot drinks.
- Snacks.
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Assistant tour Guide (only for 9 people or more)
- First Aid kit and Oxygen bottle.
- Entrance fee.
Does Not Include
- Walking stick USD 5.00 (each).
- Dinner.
- Rain poncho (can be bought anywhere in the city or along the trail).
What you need to take
- Daypack, warm clothes (scarf, sweaters, rainjacket, gloves)
- Walking boots.
- Walking sticks
- Rain poncho
- Sun hat + sunglasses.
- Toilet paper and hand sanitizer.
- Suncream
- Extra money, minimum 250.00 soles (USD $80.00)
Group Service Prices 2024
2 pax min, max 10 pax
Price per person US$119.00
Equipment Rental:
Walking Pole US$5 (pair)
INFORMATION FROM OUR TRAVEL AGENCY
- Email: info@quinoaexpeditions.com
- Website: www.quinoaexpeditions.com
- Phone/WhatsApp: +51910827647
- Address: Calle Jose Maria Arguedas B-10, Urb. Cruzpata – Cusco
- RUC: 20602792391
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Wenster Union
Money Transfer Company (Fastest and safest method of sending money in Peru. It takes Minutes and pick the money inmediately and we can confirm in minutes)
- Receiver’s Name: Alex
- Receiver’s Surname: Huanca Hancco
- Receiver’s Country: Peru
Bank Transfers
PERUVIAN BANKING:
- Account in Dollars: 4263113160397
- Account in Soles: 4263113160932
- Cancellations:
- Deposit sent for is Non-Refundable nor transferable to any other date, person or tour (According to Inca Trail and Machu Picchu Regulations).
- Quinoa expeditions must be notified of any changes or cancellations to your trip as soon as you are aware of them, via e-mail or fax so that we do not incur expenses not covered by deposit.
- Once final balance has been paid, we will not be able to refund your trek payment in the case of cancellations. There will, however, be parts of your trip that you are able to use (Machu Picchu entrance fee, 1 train ticket, 1 bus ticket).
- A claim letter for your insurance company can also be provided by us upon request.
- Porter service hired can Not be cancelled (a fee is paid for booking this service).
BOOKING:
To book your Quinoa Expeditions of a lifetime please visit info@quinoaexpeditionsperu.com or call our team on + 51 910827647.
DEPOSIT:
In order to make a reservation with Quinoa Expeditions you are required to make a $200 deposit for each trek and a $ 50 deposit for Day Tours. The deposit should be paid via PayPal. . All deposits are unfortunately non-refundable as they are used to secure your reservation (by purchasing permits, entrance tickets, etc.).
REMAINING BALANCE:
The remaining balance can be paid upon your arrival to Cusco and we ask that this be paid at least 36 hours prior to your tour. If you are not able to arrive in Cusco this far in advance of your trek, we ask that you notify your travel agent in advance to make arrangements. You can pay the remaining balance with Peruvian Soles, Dollars (or a combination).
CANCELLATIONS:
All primary deposits are unfortunately 100% non-refundable. However, the earlier you notify us of a cancellation, the better we can assist you. Please send all cancellation notifications to info@quinoaexpeditionsperu.com.
If you cancel 8 weeks or more days before departure: Cancellation fees equal the amount of your deposit.
8 weeks to 4 weeks before departure: 60% of the total tour price is due.
4 weeks to 5 days before departure: 80% of the total tour price is due.
5 days to 36 hours: 90% of the total tour price is due.
36 hours or less before departure: 100% of the total price is due.
PASSPORTS AND VISAS:
Visitors are responsible for ensuring that they have valid visas and / or passports. Passports are required to be valid for at least 6 months beyond the dates of travel.
CHILDREN:
All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Discounts may apply for children under the age of 12.
PRICES:
Prices are per person.
REFUNDS:
Refunds are processed to the credit card(s) used for the original payment.
TRANSFERS:
For your safety, comfort and convenience, we are the only company in Cusco that offers free transfers to and from the airport to your hotel on arrival and departure. Please send us your exact arrival time in advance. (ONLY FOR TREKS & PACKAGES)
TIPS:
Tipping in Peru is completely voluntary. Tipping guidelines are provided with your final travel documents that are provided during your tour briefing, held the day before your tour.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK:
Embarking on an adventure, such as the tours we offer, may involve risk of illness or injury caused by forces of nature, animals, insects, and flora. By booking your trip, you acknowledge these risks and are applying to participate voluntarily.
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