The weather in Cusco is often unpredictable. There are specific wet (November-April) and dry (May-October) seasons, which give us a better idea of when to expect heavy rains. The rainiest months of the year are January and February.

There is no extreme altitude on this trek, so most of the time, the temperature along the Choquequirao route is warm and temperate. You should see plenty of sun, so be sure to wear SPF 50+ sunscreen.
Whether you’re traveling during the rainy season or not, you should always make sure you pack a rain jacket or light poncho, as you never know when the clouds will part and the rain will fall.

If you start to feel bad along the way, all our guides are highly trained in this type of situation. We will also take you back to Cusco as quickly as possible to help you rest and seek medical attention if necessary.

Unlike other routes, the Choquequirao trek is not too busy. This means that it doesn’t matter when you travel in terms of sightseeing, as you probably won’t see many other hikers.

If you opt for one of the Choquequirao and Machu Picchu routes, you can consider the high and low seasons. The busiest time of the year is June and July. From November to April is the rainy season.

For this reason, we recommend going in May or October. In this way, you can enjoy the best climate and also avoid large crowds in Machu Picchu.

Yes. You’ll surely be feeling hot and sweaty after hours of walking and might want a shower. At every campsite we have showers. Cold ones are free or if you would like a hot shower, you’ll need to pay between 5 and 10 soles, depending on the campsite.

Although everything is paid for in advance and included in the package, you definitely need to take some extra cash with you for the trek. Around 350 Peruvian soles are enough. Don’t take dollars, as these aren’t liable to tender in rural parts of the country.

You might not need to use any at all, but it’s always a good idea in case of emergencies or if you need to buy anything along the way. You might also find that you feel tired on a part of the route and would like to hire a horse for a small section.

Yeah. At each campsite, you have the opportunity to charge your devices.

We provide you with a duffle bag at the meeting to pack all your clothes and bits and pieces you need on the trek. We’ll carry this for you.
However, you will need to take a small backpack for the daytime as you don’t have access to the duffle bag except for at the campsites. A 20L backpack is sufficient to carry snacks, water, a camera, fleece, rain jacket, etc.

The maximum number of people that will be in your group is 10. We like to keep our group sizes small so that you enjoy more peace and quiet and get to spend as much time with your guide as you like to ask questions. You also don’t need to worry about being at the back of a large group when the guide is explaining something. You always enjoy front-row spots.

If you can. But, we recommend that they be at least 9 years old. Choquequirao Trek is challenging in many parts and would be too difficult for younger children; you could end up taking them a lot of the way.

No. You do not need a permit to hike to Choquequirao like you do for others. There is an entrance fee to the site when you get there. If you travel with Peru Trek Company, we will include it for you and we will buy it.

When trekkers trek with peru trek, many of them state that the food was the highlight. This is because all of our chefs are professionally trained and do an excellent job of cooking very tasty meals in the middle of the hiking trails.
We understand how important excellent nutrition is when you’re hiking. You will be physically demanding and will need a well-balanced diet to keep your energy levels up. That’s why we’ve partnered with top chefs and nutrition experts to create the best menu possible.

For each meal, we will give you several dishes for you to choose from as a buffet. All the ingredients we use are fresh and local. You can also try delicious local dishes.
Don’t worry if you suffer from allergies or prefer to eat a special diet, just let us know when you book or at the meeting and we’ll make sure you eat a balanced diet like everyone else.

In addition to these delicious meals, you will receive a cloth bag to store the snacks that we give you every morning. You take them with you to eat when you’re feeling a little peckish or need an energy boost. Every afternoon, we also offer you tea time with drinks and snacks before dinner.

yes, For the first morning, you will need to bring water in a reusable bottle. After this, you will have the opportunity to fill your bottle at each meal. We provide clean and safe water.
We recommend you bring a bottle that you can refill or a Camelbak. Plastic bottles are not a good idea as they can ruin the route and we believe in sustainable tourism.

Yes. If you feel you may need to ride a horse at times, you can rent an additional one during the briefing or when you make your reservation. Otherwise, you can also rent them at certain points along the route.