The Choquequirao trek begins in Capuliyoc (9,200 ft / 2,804 m) and ascends toward the archaeological site of Choquequirao (10,100 ft / 3,080 m), located deep in the Vilcabamba mountain range. Unlike the crowded Inca Trail, this route offers solitude, steep switchbacks, and expansive views of the Apurímac Canyon. The trail spans 60 km round-trip, typically completed in four to five days.
Trekkers descend nearly 1,500 m to the river before climbing again to the ruins. Campsites are basic, with tent platforms and limited water access. Muleteers carry gear, while guides manage logistics and altitude pacing. The site itself covers over 1,800 hectares, with terraces, ritual platforms, and partially excavated structures.
Weather varies: dry season (May–September) offers clear skies and cold nights, while wet season brings heavy rain and slippery trails. Temperatures range from 5 °C at night to 25 °C during the day.
This trek demands physical endurance and mental focus. It’s not a casual hike—it’s a high-altitude challenge with archaeological reward. For those seeking a quieter alternative to Machu Picchu, Choquequirao delivers technical terrain, cultural depth, and panoramic immersion.
The Choquequirao trek begins in Capuliyoc (9,200 ft / 2,804 m) and ascends toward the archaeological site of Choquequirao (10,100 ft / 3,080 m), located deep in the Vilcabamba mountain range. Unlike the crowded Inca Trail, this route offers solitude, steep switchbacks, and expansive views of the Apurímac Canyon. The trail spans 60 km round-trip, typically completed in four to five days.
Trekkers descend nearly 1,500 m to the river before climbing again to the ruins. Campsites are basic, with tent platforms and limited water access. Muleteers carry gear, while guides manage logistics and altitude pacing. The site itself covers over 1,800 hectares, with terraces, ritual platforms, and partially excavated structures.
Weather varies: dry season (May–September) offers clear skies and cold nights, while wet season brings heavy rain and slippery trails. Temperatures range from 5 °C at night to 25 °C during the day.
This trek demands physical endurance and mental focus. It’s not a casual hike—it’s a high-altitude challenge with archaeological reward. For those seeking a quieter alternative to Machu Picchu, Choquequirao delivers technical terrain, cultural depth, and panoramic immersion.
he Choquequirao trek begins in Capuliyoc (9,200 ft / 2,804 m) and ascends toward the archaeological site of Choquequirao (10,100 ft / 3,080 m), located deep in the Vilcabamba mountain range. Unlike the crowded Inca Trail, this route offers solitude, steep switchbacks, and expansive views of the Apurímac Canyon. The trail spans 60 km round-trip, typically completed in four to five days.
Trekkers descend nearly 1,500 m to the river before climbing again to the ruins. Campsites are basic, with tent platforms and limited water access. Muleteers carry gear, while guides manage logistics and altitude pacing. The site itself covers over 1,800 hectares, with terraces, ritual platforms, and partially excavated structures.
Weather varies: dry season (May–September) offers clear skies and cold nights, while wet season brings heavy rain and slippery trails. Temperatures range from 5 °C at night to 25 °C during the day.
This trek demands physical endurance and mental focus. It’s not a casual hike—it’s a high-altitude challenge with archaeological reward. For those seeking a quieter alternative to Machu Picchu, Choquequirao delivers technical terrain, cultural depth, and panoramic immersion.
he Choquequirao trek begins in Capuliyoc (9,200 ft / 2,804 m) and ascends toward the archaeological site of Choquequirao (10,100 ft / 3,080 m), located deep in the Vilcabamba mountain range. Unlike the crowded Inca Trail, this route offers solitude, steep switchbacks, and expansive views of the Apurímac Canyon. The trail spans 60 km round-trip, typically completed in four to five days.
Trekkers descend nearly 1,500 m to the river before climbing again to the ruins. Campsites are basic, with tent platforms and limited water access. Muleteers carry gear, while guides manage logistics and altitude pacing. The site itself covers over 1,800 hectares, with terraces, ritual platforms, and partially excavated structures.
Weather varies: dry season (May–September) offers clear skies and cold nights, while wet season brings heavy rain and slippery trails. Temperatures range from 5 °C at night to 25 °C during the day.
This trek demands physical endurance and mental focus. It’s not a casual hike—it’s a high-altitude challenge with archaeological reward. For those seeking a quieter alternative to Machu Picchu, Choquequirao delivers technical terrain, cultural depth, and panoramic immersion.
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1200x833Choquequirao was likely a ceremonial center and administrative hub during the late Inca period. Its location—10,100 ft / 3,080 m above the Apurímac River—suggests strategic importance.
The site includes ritual platforms, agricultural terraces, and water channels. Excavation continues, revealing new sectors annually.
Built with classic Inca masonry, Choquequirao features trapezoidal doorways, sun-aligned plazas, and llama-shaped terrace designs.
Its remote location protected it from Spanish conquest. Today, only 30% of the site is excavated.
Choquequirao served as a refuge during the Inca resistance. Its architecture mirrors Machu Picchu but remains less restored.
Visitors explore temples, storage rooms, and ceremonial baths. The site’s isolation adds to its mystique.
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