Trek day 1 – Cachora->Chiquisca

Now at monochroma.eu is available a new gallery from Peru. Photos taken during the first day of trekking – route from the Cachora to the Chiquisca village. It was quite a nice day, especially as a start and for taking photos…

Now i’m going to select photos from the second day, trip to the Choquequirao – it might be a difficult task, because in the afternoon we were in the Choqueuquirao terraces where i took a lot of photos… maybe it would be good to make a separate gallery from those photos…
Here are some photos from the second day of the trekking as the incentive for waiting to see this gallery…

This part of the route wasn’t an easy one… however the most difficult day was going to come the next day…
Here is some info about that part of the route to Choquequirao – copied from the website: http://www.besthike.com/southamerica/peru/choquequirao.html
Maps of the area are copied (and linked to) from the website:
http://www.inkanatura.com/map_choquequirao_peru.asp

CONSIDERATIONS – Choquequirao trek

• this trek is rapidly gaining popularity
• basic supplies & treats are available at many points. This is not a wilderness area. Carry cash.
• biting insects, including ants, are a big concern
• trekking guidebook not available (as of the most recent date of publication of this page) — you need a guide or arriero (mule driver)
• evacuation is difficult in some sections
• no rescue service. You are on your own.
• sections are very steep and can be muddy
• did we mention it’s steep? This was an elevation gain record for this hiker (we climbed from the river to the ruins in one day)

elevation differences

Choquequirao – maps InkaNatura 

• some campsites, toilets, showers and food available en route
• ask permission of local people before camping near them. There is sometimes no camping fee, but it is courtesy to buy a soft drink, beer or snacks in lieu.
• best months the May through September dry season
• weather will be variable
• acclimatization in Cuzco 3326m (10,912ft) is advised though much of this trek is at lower elevation
• 13-hour long nights in the tent
• temperatures can fall below freezing at night near Salcantay
• be prepared for snow or sleet — and later humidity & rain
• though you can travel Peru for as little as US$20 / day, Machu Picchu is expensive! Check with travellers in Peru when you get there for up-to-date costs.
• entrance for Choquequirao is inexpensive (about US$3) but Machu Picchu costs about US$20

Map : Cachora-Choquequirao

Choquequirao – maps InkaNatura