Chonta Canyon Full Day

Cusco – Quillarumiyoc – Tarawasi – Limatambo – Chonta Canyon – Limatambo – Cusco

The trip begins in the city of Cusco 8 a.m. In the direction of Limatambo during the tour we will visit two beautiful and interesting archaeological centers Quillarumiyoc and Tarawasi, which possibly were used as astronomical observatories by the Incas. We will continue to the village of Limatambo where we will have lunch at a local restaurant.

The adventure begins with a panoramic view of the community of Chonta located at 3,400 meters and the snowfall of Salkantay and Humantay, after walking an hour and a half approximately by a beautiful road we will finally reach the viewpoint of Huaco, which is located in the margin Right of the canyon of the Apurimac River at 3,350 meters.

From the viewpoint we will have a spectacular view of the Apurimac Canyon and we will have the opportunity to appreciate the impressive Andean Condor stream in its natural habitat. The Condor is the largest flanking bird of prey in the world, considered a bird sacred by the Incas. With some luck we can also observe some birds like Eagles, Hawks, White-tailed Deer. After visiting and enjoying this beautiful trip we will start the return to the city of Cusco arriving at approximately 7 pm.