Waqrapukara Trek 1 Day

Duration 1 Day
Group Size Max 12 People
Activity Level Easy
Max. Altitude 4,215 m / 13,829 ft
Destinations Machu Picchu, Cusco

The Waqrapukara Full Day Hike  is an adventure day trip that takes you to explore the stunning archaeological site . This beautiful sacred place combines architecture and impressive natural  formations in a wonderful landscape, It is a memorable hike to the majestic pre-inca construction of Waqrapukara.

Overview

Duration : Full Day Tour

Trip type: Adventure
Tour Destinations :

  • Waqrapukara site
  • Cusipata
  • Apurimac River Canyon

Daily Outline

Day 1

Cusco – Cusipata – Santa Lucia – Waqrapukara

Itinerary

Day 1 Cusco – Cusipata – Santa Lucia – Waqrapukara

Early in the morning at 5:00 am we will pick you up from your hotel to start our adventure to Wakra Pukara. Then we will go on a two-hour drive to the town of Cusipata , where we will have breakfast.

Next , we will continue our journey for one hour and half of driving along an unpaved road to the trailhead in Santa Lucia town. From here we will start walking across a flat road with slight descents and ascents for about two hours toward the Waqrapukara fortress (4,300 m /14,107 ft) Observing the stunning canyon landscape and the beautiful Pomacanchi Lagoon along the way.

Once we arrive at the Waqrapukara archaeological complex , you will have time to explore the temple remains and taking photos with background of the canyon scenery. Wakra Pukara involves enigmatic pre-Inca and Inca structures, terraces, and a fascinating history.

After the guided tour of the archaeological site , we’ll enjoy a box lunch before returning to Santa Lucía.
Finally, we will begin the hike back the same way we came . We will reach the trailhead after about one hour and a half of walking. Then we will return to Cusco, arriving around 6:00 pm.

END OFOUR SERVICES…!!

What's Included

  • Pick-up from your hotel in Cusco
  • Round-trip Private transportation to the trail-head
  • English-Spanish tour guide
  • Entrance fee to Wakrapukara
  • Drop-off at your hotel in Cusco
  • Breakfast
  • Box Lunch
  • First Aid Kit

What's Not Included

  • Travel Insurance
  • Dinner
  • Extra Expenses
  • Tips

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