TREK QUELCAYA ICE CAP ROUND TRIP 2 DAYS / 1 NIGHT
Quelccaya Marcapata is the habitat of some communities whose inhabitants are dedicated to raising and grazing llamas and alpacas, having these places the perfect place to develop. The trek is 4 days, very close to the Glacier and on the last day we have enough time to make a complete visit to the Quelccaya Glacier.
ITINERARIO
Day 1: Cusco – Marcapata – Condor Ikina – Chimpakucho
Early morning at 06:30 we leave the city of Cusco in a private transportation, and drive 4 hrs. along the Cusco – Puerto Maldonado highway on the way we pass through some Andean villages after an approximated 4 hours drive, we arrive in Phinaya, (3900m/12664ft). then We continue 1 hr. to Pascata where we meet our wranglers and horses here. After the lunch We start our trek of 4 hrs. to appreciate the black lagoon near the ice cap from here we already have beautiful views of the glacier, after half hour We return to camp site.. (A,C)
Day 2: Chimpakucho – Rumi wasi
After the breakfast We hike 4 hrs. to reach the Quelccaya ice cap and the We will be able to enjoy the view of the landscape, then We will trek for about 1 more hours until we get to the stunning ice caves, the lagoon and the ice wall,here we will have enough time to visit and explorer the ice cap and take amazi, We then hike 4 hrs.to camp site. (D,A,C)
Day 3: Rumiwasi – Phausipata camp site
Day 4 Visit the Quelccaya glacier – return to Cusco
After the breakfast We will, visit 3 hrs. the glacier then We take the bus to return to Cusco in the route We will go to visit the rainbow mountain, the hike is about 3 hrs. and take amazing pictures of this natural wonder, (D,A)
INCLUYE:
- Private transportation to head of trail
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- and camp staff
- Meals 2B, 2L, 2D . (Vegetarian option available)
- Double-occupancy tents and camping equipment
- Horses to carry personal gear and equipment.
- First aid kit
- cook
- Return bus to Cusco including transfer to your hotel
NO INCLUYE
- Sleeping bag
WHAT PASANGER MUST BRING:
- Original passport
- Sleeping bag
- Bottle water
- Sun block
- Bloqueador solar
- Sun glasses
- Hat
- Linterna
- Basic clothes change
Without a doubt, Peru is a country where you can find almost all the ecosystems in the world. A clear example is the Quelccaya glacier in Cusco, considered one of the wonders of the country.
There are many things to take into account before visiting this tourist attraction in the Vilcanota mountain range, considered the largest tropical glacier in the world, measuring 5,600 meters high and 44 kilometers long. The temperature reaches below zero at night.
Now we will give you some tips to make your trip as favorable as possible:
Acclimatize. This wonder is located between 5,650 / 4,900 meters above sea level, so it is necessary to stay in the city of Cusco two days before your journey. Also, avoid heavy food, especially so you can be as light as possible for the walk.
Solar radiation. The weather is quite cold, but the radiation is very strong. Wear a good sunscreen and special glasses. Similarly, load up with a face cream and lip moisturizer, as these can become critically dry.
Necessary implements. Being an adventure, you need a backpack with nylon strings, compass, map, flashlight, whistle, knife, first aid kit, documents and repellent. All this will help you to ensure that your experience is not affected.
Travel on your own? When talking about a place with extreme temperatures, it is best to hire the services of a travel agency that allows you to have a guide and everything to avoid an accident.