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Retreat Highlights

• DAY 01
• CUSCO - SOQRO COCHA (B,L,D)
• On this day, we will depart early in our transportation after breakfast towards Soraypampa, situated at an altitude of 3890 meters, where we will commence our trek to Humantay Lagoon, situated at an elevation of 4270 meters. After that, we will descend to Soraypampa and proceed to Soqrococha, situated at an altitude of 4880 meters. This route will be replete with breathtaking landscapes, lagoons, and glaciers. We will make our way to the campsite, following the slopes of the colossal Salkantay Glacier. This day will be awe-inspiring, as our campsite is in proximity to the glacier, and we recommend warm clothing.
• Distance: 10 km walking .
• Maximum Altitude: Soqro cocha 4880 m.a.s.l.
• Minimum Altitude: Soraypampa 3980m.a.s.l.
• Feasibility: Trail.
• Difficulty level: Moderate to hard.
• Activities: Walking, lakes, landscapes, glaciers, Salkantay , cultural, and mystical experiences.
• Overnight: Camping in Soqro cocha
• DAY 02
• SOQRO COCHA - QOLLPA PAMPA (B,L,D)
• A day replete with technical and geographical marvels as we will achieve the apogee of our expedition at the Salkantay Pass, positioned at a staggering altitude of 4630 meters above sea level, relishing the panoramic vista extending from the eastern to western horizons, coupled with the immense gratification of being in such close proximity to a colossal glacier. Subsequently, we shall undertake a descent towards considerably lower elevations, experiencing a dramatic shift in altitude zones, ecological systems, flora, and fauna, as we traverse into tropical regions boasting milder climates, on our way to the ensuing encampment, sited at 2750 meters above sea level.
• Distance: 16 km walking.
• Maximum Altitude: Salkantay pass, 4630 m.a.s.l.
• Minimum Altitude: Qollpa pampa, 2850 m.a.s.l.
• Feasibility: Hikking
• Difficulty level: Moderate – easy
• Activities: Walk, cloud forest, tropical and subtropical forest.
• Overnight: Camping in Qollpa Pampa.
• DAY 03
• QOLLPA PAMPA - LLAQTA PATA (B,L,D)
• Before starting the walk, we will partake in the coffee experience with one of the great coffee producers in the area. This is an unmissable experience as the area has international recognition for the greatest quality of coffee.
• We will follow the original Inka trail to the archaeological center of LLACTAPATA, which is located at 2700 m.a.s.l. Here, we will have the first view of Machupicchu and the sacred mountains around it. We will perform the ayahuasca ceremony with the great Inca city of Machupicchu in front of us. Truly, a Wonder of the World.
• ACTIVITIES
• Coffee experience
• Original Inka Trail hike
• Panoramic views of valleys and rivers
• Ayahuasca ceremony
• Visit to the Inka center of Llactapata
• Panoramic view of Machupicchu
• 7km walk
• DAY 04
• LLAQTA PATA - AGUAS CALIENTES (B,L,D)
• On this day, we will rise early to witness the sunrise at Machu Picchu, an extraordinary occurrence that no Salkantay excursionist ought to overlook. Following this, we will indulge in breakfast while relishing the scenic view of Machu Picchu. Subsequently, we will commence a 1.5-hour descent to the Aobamba River, positioned at an elevation of 1900 meters, where we will take a frigid glacier bath to rejuvenate ourselves from the sultry weather. Finally, we will journey towards Hydroelectric, where we will savor our lunch and embark on the train to Aguas Calientes.
• Distance: 7 km walking, 10 km by train
• Maximum Altitude: 1640 m.a.s.l at Llactapata lodge.
• Minimum Altitude: 2040 m.a.s.l in Aguas Calientes.
• Feasibility: Trail.
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Activities: Walking, landscape,
• Overnight: Hotel in Aguas Calientes town.
• DAY 05
• MACHUPICCHU - CUSCO (B)
• The highly anticipated day of our excursion to Machu Picchu, a cultural emblem, has finally arrived. We are set to embark on a journey that will transport us to the Incan era, amidst the exquisite beauty of the surrounding mountains and an unparalleled mystical panorama. Our means of transportation to the historical sanctuary of Machu Picchu will be via one of the designated buses. Following the tour, The return journey to Cusco will be via train in the afternoon.
• Maximum altitude: 2430 m.a.s.l at Machupicchu.
• Minimum Altitude: 2040 m.a.s.l in Aguas Calientes.
• Feasibility: Bus and ride in Machupicchu.
• Difficulty level: Easy.
• Activities: Enjoying the landscape, taking a tour of Machu Picchu, exploring its history, archaeology, and culture

About this Retreat

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WAYNACAPAC

Illareq

WAYNACAPAC

Wayna Qhapaq is a solar priest (shaman) from the Andes who has spent a large part of his life teaching Andean culture and practicing spirituality in his community. He was born in the historic city of Cusco, in Perú, surrounded by the majesty of the Andean mountains and the cultural tradition of his people. From an early age, Wayna Qhapaq learned from the ancient wisdom of his people and embarked on the path of the solar priest (shaman). Wayna Qhapaq has dedicated his life to teaching Andean spirituality, transmitting ancient knowledge, and rituals to future generations. Through his teachings, he has helped people find inner peace, harmony with nature, and physical and emotional healing.

Illareq Yaya

Illareq Yaya is a spiritual person and practitioner of natural medicine who comes from a long line of Inkan ancestors. He was born and raised in a small community in the mountains of Peru, where he learned from a young age about the healing practices and traditions of his culture. As he grew older, Illareq Yaya became increasingly interested in medicinal plants and spirituality. He began studying and practicing natural medicine, learning from the knowledge passed down by his family and community, as well as from other practitioners and healers.

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