Duration:
Price:
Maximum Altitude
3.700 m.s.n.m.
Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
02 and 08 people
Type of Service
Group
Q’eswachaka means suspension bridge. Built with vegetable fiber (ichu) that is located in the district of Quehue, province of Canas in the department of Cusco at (3700 m – 12,210ft.) the river Apurímac. The existence of this bridge dates from the Inca era and its maintenance and renovation is carried out through a rite executed by the communities of Huinchiri, Chaupibanda, Ccollana Quehue and Choccayhua.
In Inca times these bridges were made entirely of ichu and trunks tied to a stone structure that was specially crafted to support the bridge; every one or two years the parts of ichu and wood advised by an Inca specialist «mitmaq» were renewed. There are chronicles that indicate that these bridges were repaired very quickly during the Inca period.
The bridge is 28 meters long and 1.20 meters wide, its structure is basically long strips of braided ichu.
Day 1: stunning.
We will collect you from your hotel in Cusco with our private bus. After a 1-hour journey we will reach this incredible spot that Mother Nature is offering us.
Hiking 2 hours approximately distance (4km – 2.5 miles).
HIGHLIGTS:
- The best local professional tour guides.
- The best hikes, campsites and tours in the world.
- Discover the incas land along the way to Machupicchu.
- Explore the best tourist destination, Machu Picchu
- Travel with the best local agency travel. Tour operator
Incluided
✓ PRE – DEPARTURE BREIFING:
We offer a tourist orientation to our visitors before doing the excursion to Machupiccchu. The briefing starts at 6:00 p.m. We understand you may be nervous or have any questions about the excursion. This is the opportunity to meet with your tour guide and travel companions.
✓ EXPERIENCED TOUR GUIDES:
We have local professional tour guides who know a lot about their history and customs. They know the Inca trails very well and speak fluent English. You will feel safe your hands.
✓ TRANSPORTATION:
Transportation is included in your tour package. from pick up from your hotel Until the conclusion of your tour in Cusco.
✓ TICKETS ADMISSION:
Is included the oll tickets admission to the diferentents tourist sites.
✓ MEDICAL KIT:
All our tours guides have received training in first aid and rescue and high mountains rescue. In the event that a tourist requires medical attention during the trek, our staff will be able to assist you. We have a first aid kit. In an extreme case of a medical emergency, you will be evacuated to the nearest medical center.
✓ FOOD:
We try to offer natural and organic food. we buy the whole ingredient from farm farmers; They work all their products naturally and without chemicals. We have professional chefs from Inca Trail.
Note: Our clients when booking the tour. You must notify us if they have allergies or food restrictions to ensure that the food is prepared properly.
✓ SUPPORT STAFF:
All travel agencies need a support staff that includes: chef, chef assistant. We offer work for both men and women with living wages.
Our staff are the humble people of the mountains who like to share their culture and history.
No Included
× Tips for the driver and guide.
× Travel insurance: Highly recommended for all hikers.
Original valid passport (a copy will not be accepted).
Immigration Card (given on the plane as you enter Peru).
Valid student card (if booked as a student).
PERSONAL BELONGINGS:
- Trekking boots or comfortable walking shoes.
- Small backpack (20 or 25 liters).
- Water bottle or camel bag (2 liters capacity).
- Hat and sunglasses.
- Rain clothes (especially during rainy season).
- Sun cream and insect repellent.
- Hand sanitizer.
- Toilet paper.
- Personal medication (especially for altitude).
- Camera and extra batteries.
- Snacks, chocolates, energy bars or dried fruits.
- 2 absorbent shirts (quick-dry recommended).
- 1 light jacket (weather changes quickly).
- 1 warm jacket for cold mornings.
- Toothbrush and toothpaste.
- Wet wipes.
- Power bank / battery charger.
Extra money in Peruvian soles for drinks, souvenirs, or restrooms.
- We recommend our visitors to arrive in Cusco at least 2 days before the Q’eswachaka Inca Bridge tour to allow for altitude acclimatization. Cusco sits at an elevation of 3,350 meters (11,050 feet), and the area surrounding Q’eswachaka is slightly higher.
- The Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport in Cusco is the main access point for travelers, with frequent connections from Lima. This is the fastest and easiest way to get to the region.
- If you’re planning to travel by bus from Lima, we suggest breaking the journey into segments, such as Lima – Nazca – Arequipa – Cusco, to make it more comfortable. The full trip by bus takes approximately 22 hours.
- Cusco offers a wide range of lodging options to meet all preferences and budgets. We’ll be happy to assist you in choosing or booking the perfect place for your stay.
If you have extra days before or after your Q’eswachaka visit, we can help you explore other amazing destinations like - Humantay Lake, Rainbow Mountain, the Sacred Valley, or Machu Picchu.
- To make your arrival easier, we offer a free airport pickup and hotel transfer service in Cusco. Just send us your flight details in advance so we can organize everything.
- The Q’eswachaka Inca Bridge is located at around 3,700 m (12,140 ft), and the weather can vary drastically throughout the day. The best time to visit is from April to October, during the dry season.
WE RECOMMEND TO OUR VISITORS:
- Drink plenty of water
- Coca tea (mate de coca)
- Deep breathing exercises
- Light walking before your trek
- Diamox or acetazolamide (consult a doctor before use; widely available in Cusco pharmacies)
Itinerary
In the morning we will pick you up from your respective hotels starting at 5:00 am, we will take our private transport to the first lagoon (Pomacanchi), we will make a short stop to have our breakfast and then continue to the next lagoon (Acopia), also We will take the photos in the place and listen to the explanation of the area, as a third lagoon we have the (Asnacocha) lagoon, located in a very nice place to take photos and breathe the fresh air, and finally we will reach the (Pampa Marca) lagoon. After visiting the circuit of the 4 lagoons, we will pass small historical towns: like the town of (Tupac Amaru II) and visit the house of this character, in our tour we can also visit a small volcano on the route to the bridge and then we will continue with our tour of the Inca bridge of Q’eswachaka, we will relive the Inca culture in the lace and the guide will give us the explanation of why it is made of Ichu.
DETAILS:
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
- Min Altitude: 3,700 m (12,210 ft.)
- Max Altitude: 4,000 m (13,200 ft.)
- Distance by car: 7 hours’ round trip.
- Walking Tour: 1 hours approximately
- Climate: dry – cold.
Faq's
The bridge is approximately 160 km (99 miles) from Cusco, and the journey takes around 3.5 to 4 hours by vehicle each way.
Q’eswachaka sits at around 3,700 meters (12,140 feet) above sea level.
It is the last remaining traditional Inca suspension bridge, rebuilt annually by local communities using original Inca engineering techniques with ichu grass.
Yes, the bridge is safe for visitors. It is rebuilt every year by the local people using traditional methods that have been passed down for centuries.
The best time is between April and October, during the dry season, for better road conditions and clearer views.
Yes! The annual reconstruction, usually in June, is a cultural festival involving four local communities. It’s a vibrant and unique tradition recognized by UNESCO.
The tour involves some light walking and travel at high altitude. Moderate fitness and acclimatization are recommended.
Dress in layers. Mornings can be cold, but it warms up during the day. Bring a rain jacket just in case.