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highlight: Can´t decide on whether to visit Inca ruins or the fabulous Peruvian jungle? With this adventure tour, visitors have the opportunity to go to places virtually no foreigners venture while seeing the last stronghold of the Incas, the incredible Pongo de Mainique, and the rich jungle.
description: A collection of tin shacks in the jungle known as Chuanquiri (San Miguel) is the starting point for a two day round trip hike to the ruins of Espirtu Pampa (Plain of the Spirits). Explorer Hiram Bingham was searching for the last city of the Incas when he accidently re-discovered Machu Picchu - he also discovered the ruins at Espirtu Pampa but believed that they were not the famed last capital. Recent investigation indicates that Espirtu Pampa, was in fact, the last stronghold of the Inca empire. Though currently in the process of restoration, Espirtu Pampa is literally grown over by trees and one feels as if they have genuinely found a lost city.
From these remote jungle ruins we journey further into the wilderness and reach the end of the road at Ivochote. The Pongo de Mainique is an awesome canyon through which rush the waters of the Urubamba River. Dangerous swirling waters toss the canoe in rapids while one is entranced by rich wildlife and tumbling cascades. A night in this wilderness, with opportunities to hike, explore and fish in the jungle is a fitting end to this outstanding tour.
location: quillabamba (8 hours from cusco)
duration: 7 days/ 6 nights (Optional itinerary 8 days/7 nights) level: easy
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departs: any day with two people.
It is only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it were the only one we had. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
Day 1: 8.00am Departure from Cusco to Quillabamba in public bus. In Quillabamba we will transfer directly onto a bus to Kiteni. Arrive in Kiteni 11.00pm Accommodation: Hostal Kiteni
Day 2: 8.00am Departure from Kiteni in private taxi to Chuanquiri (San Miguel). Walk to Espirtu Pampa a hike of approximately 7-9 hours. Accommodation : Camping Espirtu Pampa.
Day 3: In the morning we visit the ruins of Espirtu Pampa, and in the afternoon begin our return walk to Chuanquiri, a hike of approximately 3-4 hours, depending on physical fitness. Accommodation: Camping near Rio Villacarmen
Day 4: 6:00am Departure from campsite and retorn to Kiteni. We will take public transport to Ivochote, literally the end of the road. Accommodation: Hostal Ivochote.
Day 5: We will take a boat through the magnificent Pongo de Mainque. In the afternoon we will fish and visit the jungle. Accommodation: Camping
Day 6: We will visit the community of Timpia, where the Machiguenga Indians will show us their arrow making and weaving techniques. We will also visit one of the spectacular macaw clay licks that are near the community. Accommodation: Timpia
Day 7: 6:00am Return to Ivochote in boat, and afterwards take a taxi to Kiteni, from where we will take public transport or a taxi to Quillabamba. Return to Cusco by night bus.
Optional Itinerary
Day 7: On return from Kiteni we will visit the waterfalls of Siete Tinajas and other Quillabamba attractions. Accomodation: Hostal Quillabamba
Day 8: Return to Cusco by day bus
Itinerary Notes
- The times cited in this itinerary are approximate. Walking times depend on the group and the guide can change lunch spots and campsites, depending on the progress of the group. Each guide has their own preferred route and it might not correspond exactly to the route described here.
- This is an adventurous trip. You should be sure to bring an open mind, flexibility and a sense of humor. Most of all you should be prepared to go with the flow.
- If required, riding horses or horses to carry luggage can be arranged at a reasonable daily rate.
- It is possible to start or finish your trip in either Urubamba or Ollayantatambo, in order to make it easier for you to visit the Sacred Valley.
- A reasonable level of fitness is required for this hike in a 8 day/ 7 night itinerary. If you would like to do this tour but feel that you need more time, a longer tour is recommended
- This region is not frequently visited by tourists, therefore tourist infrastructure is limited. This tour incorporates public transport, and use of local facilities. Visitors should be aware that things change, or may not go to plan. This is all part of the adventure!
prices 2008 inca ruins and jungle
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Prices 2008: Please note, due to the falling value of the US dollar we are anticipating that prices will increase. please contact us directly for the price.
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