Trek Across Runcu Raccay Pass and Tour Stunning Ruins
Details
After breakfast, we will continue our hike up the opposite side of the valley, as we make our way towards the second pass on the trek. Along the way, we will see fantastic views of waterfalls and flora and fauna. Halfway up, we will stop and visit the Inca site of Runcu Raccay (an Inca watchtower), and to catch our breath before we continue our climb to the pass (4000 meters). From the pass, we will once again begin our descent back into the cloud forest. After about an hour, we arrive at Sayacmarca, one of the most beautiful ruins on the Inca Trail, where we will have a one hour, guided tour. From Sayacmarca, we will continue to our lunch spot at Chaquicocha (dry lake). Here you will see some of the fantastic flora and fauna the Inca Trail has to offer. From Chaquicocha onwards, we will walk along Inca flat (gradual inclines), as we make our way towards our final campsite, Phuyupatamarca (3680 meters). This area of the Inca Trail had stunning views of the Vilcabamba mountain range, as well as abundant flora and fauna. After another two hour walk, we will arrive at our campsite, where we will get our first view of Machu Picchu mountain and the Urubamba river. We will settle into our campsite, and have the chance to explore the Inca site. As the sun goes down, we can enjoy the beautiful sunset over the snow-capped peaks. Total Distance: 13 km (8.136 miles) Estimated Walking Time: 9 hours Maximum Altitude Point: 4000 (13123 ft) Campsite Altitude: 3680 m (12033 ft)
Activity Info
Schedule
Start Time
May 21 12:00AM UTC
Location
Pacaymayo Valley, Peru