ITINERARY
The adventure begins at the Chapel of Chataquila, perched at 3,665 meters above sea level on the edge of the Cordillera de los Frailes. From here, you descend along an Inca trail towards Chaunaca, taking in sweeping landscapes along the way. Once you reach Chaunaca, your vehicle picks you up and takes you to the Ravelo River, where you can take a break and swim if you like. From there, the route continues across the river to the crater of Maragua.
Prefer to take it easy and enjoy the scenery from the car? The trip is just as rewarding. Around the villages there is plenty to discover. locals are happy to share their weavings and way of life, and you can visit the cemetery, the waterfalls, and the Sacred Cave beneath the waterfall in Maragua. One small note. keep an eye out for brown snakes in the more humid areas.
The entrance fee for the Inca trail is included in your tour. This fee goes directly to the local communities who care for and maintain the area’s attractions. Whether you prefer a full hike or a more relaxed visit to the communities, the choice is entirely yours. Your guide and vehicle are with you throughout, and the itinerary can be adjusted to suit your pace and interests.
Details:
• Departure from your hotel
• Hiking 7 km in about 3 hrs
• Time spend in Maragua 2 Hrs
• Time spend in the car about 4 ½ hrs
• Difficulty: easy to moderate.
Includes:
- Private transport
- Bilingual guide (Spanish/English)
- Entrance fees
- Lunch Box
- Mineral water, coffee, thee, cookies, fruits
- Free drink
Not Included:
- Tips
- (Alcoholic) drinks
- Snacks
- Fruit or candy for the little kids on the way (or game things such like a soccer ball, etc..)
You need to bring:
Good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, sun glasses, camera, bathing suit, towel and personal necessities.
Try not to bring too much things like soft drinks and snacks or chocolates from the city, instead you can buy some products there to support the little villages, this way the Tourism will make sense to the local people.