We wake up early to begin our ascent to Dead Woman's Pass. The views of the snow-capped mountains and the cloud forest are fantastic. This first stretch is the most challenging part of the trek. It consists of a steep ascent that stretches for nine kilometers, which will bring us to the first mountain pass in the Inca Trail, Abra Warmihua\u00f1usca (Dead Woman's pass). We will stop at Llulluchapampa to relax and to buy any last essentials. We may be able to see deer and falcons in this area. We will have the chance to spot domesticated llamas and alpacas, who graze on ichu (one of the few plants that grow at that altitude). After the two-hour walk up to the pass, we can enjoy the beautiful views and a refreshing cup of coca tea. After we have made it to the pass, it's downhill the rest of the day. After about two hours, we'll stop for lunch, and have a free afternoon in the Pacaymayo Valley. Total Distance: 10 km (7,376 miles) Estimated Walking Time: 8 hours Maximum Altitude Point: 4,215 m (13,821 ft) Campsite Altitude: 3,600 m (11,811 ft)
Start Time
May 20 12:00AM UTC
Hatunchaka, Peru