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Vilacanota Llama Trek (9 days)

9 days duration

We recommend that before setting off on any Andean Trek, you have 2 or 3 nights in Cuzco. This time at leisure will allow you to acclimatise to the high altitude and ultimately make your trek more enjoyable.

A relatively new road into the southern part of Peru's spectacular Vilcanota Range has opened up an exciting region of snow fields and lakes rich in birdlife. Be among the first to explore this remote Peruvian back country!

Llamas transport all of your gear, so you walk with just a daypack and your camera. In these high valleys beneath towering peaks and ice fields, you will see traditional Quechuan highlanders tending herds of alpacas. The sense of space, the sheer grand scale of the land builds throughout each exciting day of this strenuous Andean trek.
 

Day 1 Arrive Cuzco
 
On arrival into Cuzco you will be met and taken to your centrally located hotel for two nights. This afternoon is at leisure to acclimatise to the high altitude. 
 
Day 2 Cuzco - Llama Trek Briefing
 
This morning is at leisure until you make your way to your comprehensive Llama Trek Briefing. Here you will meet the other members of your small group. (B)
 
Day 3-5 Cuzco / Llama Trek - Nevado Ausangate
 
This morning you will be collected form your hotel in Cuzco and travel by van to the trailhead near Ocongate. With llamas toting your gear, you will climb through rolling hills dotted with llamas and alpacas, stopping at hot springs and glacial lakes. You hike over the breathtaking Pacchaspata Pass at 5,048 metres and descend to camp near the face of Nevado Ausangate. (BLD)
 
Day 6-7 Llama Trek - Sibinacocha to Casccamacoch
 
You cross a second pass at 5,100 metres to reach the head of Sibinacocha Lake, some 15 kilometres in length and 2 kilometres wide. Nearby Casccamacocha Lake is smaller but rich in wildlife including giant coots, andean geese, many ducks and flamingoes. Those seeking a strenuous scramble have the opportunity to ascend to 5,449 metres up Cerro Yayamari - a sublime and unique experience. (BLD)
 
Day 8 Llama Trek - Casccamacocha / Cuzco
 
Today you trek out through gentle terrain to the road head at the lower end of the lake, where your vehicle awaits to take you back to your hotel in Cuzco. (B)
 
Day 9 Depart Cuzco
 
Your tour comes to an end this morning. (B)
 
 

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    TOUR DATES
    • Departs daily

     

    COUNTRIES VISITED
    • Peru

      

    COMFORT LEVEL
    • Tourist / Superior

      

    TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
    • Local English speaking Expert Guide
    • A relatively new road into the southern part of Peru's spectacular Vilcanota Range has opened up an exciting region of snow fields and lakes rich in birdlife

     

    ITINERARY IN BRIEF
    • Cuzco (2 nights)
    • Vilcanota Llama Trek
      (5 nights)
    • Cuzco (1 night)

      

    TOUR INCLUSIONS
    • Economy-class group airfares as described in the tour.
    • Accommodation in Superior or Tourist-class hotels or lodges & private facilities.
    • All tours and excursions with English speaking specialist local guides.
    • All admission fees on such tours.
    • Mostly private transfers and tours.
    • Meals throughout as indicated (B = Breakfast  L =  Lunch  D = Dinner).
    • All transportation as described.

      

    NOT INCLUDED
    • Airfares to the starting point and from the ending point of the tours.
    • Departure & entry taxes.
    • Items of a personal nature.
    • Passport and visa fees.
    • Travel insurance.
    • Excess baggage.
    • Porterage.
    • Tipping.