Waqrapukara Full Day Experience

  • 1 Day
  • Guests: Group
  • Difficulty : 7/10
  • Available: Mar-Oct
  • From: Cusco

Overview

Waqrapukara Tour: Embark on a journey to uncover one of Cusco’s newest secrets, Waqrapukara, also known as, The Horn Fortress. Immerse yourself in a captivating hike through the stunning Andes, offering breathtaking canyon views. Delve into the history of this Sacred Inca Temple and its ancient ancestors, ensuring a memorable and enlightening experience.

What to Expect
  • Embark on a full-day excursion to the awe-inspiring Waqrapukara.
  • Trek through the dizzying beauty of Andean landscapes, offering unique vistas of the Apurimac River Canyon.
  • Discover enigmatic constructions and hidden corners with your knowledgeable guide

Tour Details

Departure & Return Location

Your Hotel in Cusco Centro Histórico (Google Map)

Plaza San Francisco (Google Map)

Departure Time & Duration

4:30 am

1 Day

Include / Exclude

Price Includes

  • Tour in a Group
  • Hotel pick-up
  • Transportation
  • Experienced Tour Guide
  • Breakfast, Lunch

Price Excludes

  • Walking sticks
  • Horse Rental
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • income
  • Entrance Fees

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Additional Information

  • This tour requires at least 2 travelers and is subject to availability
  • We recommended to spend at least 1 day prior the tour as the hike is done at high altitude.
  • What to bring: comfortable clothes and hiking shoes, a small daypack, rain protection and some cash

Itinerary

Full Day

Cusco to Waqrapukara

Start your day with an early departure from your Cusco hotel, embarking on a journey towards Pitumarca. After a casual breakfast, continue driving for 30 minutes, traversing an unpaved path that leads to the picturesque Qenterococha lagoon. This marks the beginning of your hike to the captivating Waqrapukara site.

The initial two-hour hike takes you along a flat, winding trail, offering stunning vistas of the Andean landscape and pristine lagoons. Reach the first lookout point, then begin your 30-minute descent to the Waqrapukara archaeological site. As you approach, be awed by the breathtaking Apurimac Canyon, with its depth and unique rock formations.

Explore the site with your expert guide, who will provide insights into the fascinating architecture and ceremonial significance of Waqrapukara for about an hour.

On your return journey, take a different path, allowing you to discover cave paintings, impressive geological features, and the region’s remarkable flora and fauna.Arrive back in Cusco at approximately 7:00 PM, having uncovered the secrets of this captivating archaeological gem.

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