The Last Inka Community Q`eros Trek 5D/4N
From $499 per person
The Last Inka Community Q’eros Trek is a 5-day/4-night expedition that offers a rare and authentic glimpse into the traditional lifestyle of the Q’eros, the last remaining Inca community. Located deep in the Andes, this trek provides an immersive cultural experience as you hike through pristine landscapes and visit remote villages. You’ll witness ancient rituals, learn about their spiritual connection with nature, and interact with the warm and welcoming Q’eros people. This journey is a unique opportunity to explore a hidden world and gain a profound understanding of Inca heritage and indigenous traditions. It’s an unforgettable adventure for those seeking a genuine cultural exchange in the heart of the Andes.
Itynerary
Day 1: Cusco – Paucartambo – Kallakancha
We will leave Cusco at 8:00 a.m. and take a bus to Paucartambo, stopping at the Chullpas de Ninamarca (an ancient Inka cemetery) along the way. At 1:00 p.m. we’ll have lunch and then walk to the town of Paucartambo to see the beautiful Carlos III Bridge.
Day 2: Kallakancha – Chuwa Chuwa
Around 7:00 a.m., after a nutritious breakfast, horses and llamas will help us on our trek to the village of Chuwa Chuwa, our campsite for the day. Over the day’s trek of around 8 hours, we will come across many waterfalls and the Huamancaca Mountain, as well as crossing the Pampakasa High Pass (4,300m). Here, you will be able to see condors circling majestically around Ausangate Mountain, the highest peak in the region.
Day 3: Chuwa Chuwa – Hatun Qero
We will leave Chuwa Chuwa at 7:30 a.m. and arrive at Hatun Qero after around 5 hours of trekking. Along the way, the surrounding landscape will enchant us with numerous waterfalls and a rapid change in vegetation from barren highlands to lush plains. After lunch, we’ll meet the varayocs or mayors of the Qero Nation and participate in ancient: Pago a la Pachamama – offering to Mother Earth, which involves giving thanks to the Inka Gods for the land and food they have provided.
Day 4: Hatun Qero -Tandaña
At 7:30 a.m., we will begin our trek to Tandaña, a village where women hand-knit Andean garments using traditional techniques inherited from the Inkas. While crossing the Huilka Kunka High Pass, we will see condors flying around Huamanripa Mountain (the God of the Qero Community).
Day 5: Tandaña – Kallakancha – Cusco
After breakfast, we will descend to Kallakancha for lunch, and then take the bus back to Cusco.
Inclusion
Included
- Round trip, private transport from your hotel in Cusco to Kallakancha
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
- Meals during the excursion (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, vegetarian options are available)
- Cook and cooking equipment
- Coca tea is served every morning in your tent
- Boiled water after breakfast, to refill your water bottles (1 liter per person)
- Snacks each morning
- Hot drinks such as coca tea, black tea and coffee in the afternoon
- High quality camping equipment for 2 people. Mattresses, eating tent with table and chairs, bathroom tent)
- Horseman and mules, for all camping equipment and customer’s luggage
- Emergency horse for riding in case of illness or injury
- Duffle bag
- First-aid kit and oxygen bottle
Not Included
- Sleeping bag (can be rented at our office)
- Trekking poles
- Travel Insurance – we strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance for the duration of your trip
- Tips
What you should bring
- Backpack and daypack with rain cover
- Sleeping bag (can be rented from us)
- Clothing for warm and cold climates e.g. lightweight pants, thermal layers
- Rain gear: jacket, poncho, pants
- Trekking shoes/boots
- Slippers or sandals (for showers and hot springs)
- Woolen or synthetic socks and a sweater
- Long and short-sleeved polos/T-Shirts
- Woolen hat
- Bathing suit for the hot springs
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses, insect repellent
- Personal medical kit and medication
- Toiletries and hand sanitizer
- Toilet paper
- Small towel
- Water bottle (recommended 1 liter)
- Trekking poles (can be rented from us)
- Headlamp with spare batteries (very important)
- Some snacks such as chocolate bars and dried fruit
- Camera and extra batteries
- Extra money for drinks, souvenirs, tips etc. (soles or dollars)
- Headlamp with spare batteries (very important)
- Camera and extra batteries
- Extra money for drinks, souvenirs, tips etc. (soles or dollars)
Prices
Private Service Price
- 2 people USD$ 620.00 per person
- 3 people USD$ 580.00 per person
- 4 people USD$ 540.00 per person
- 5+ people USD$ 499.00 per person
Optional extras NOT included (need to book in advance)
- Sleeping Bag USD $20.00
- Pair of trekking poles USD $15.00
- Inflatable Mattress USD $20.00
- One-person tent USD $30.00
The Last Inka Community Q`eros Trek 5D/4N
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Hello! I’m Brissy Luz, thanks for visiting our website. Ever since i was a little girl i was interested spreading the Inca culture and history. I studied tourist administration and worked in different fields of tourism due to which i know very well the needs of our tourists. I decided to create COCA LIFE ADVENTURE with the aim of offering unforgetable experiences to those who visit us.
