Enjoy a day deluxe hike, to the condor’s natural habitat in the Apurimac canyon near Cusco, Peru. A perfect place to adjust in a new high elevation for the future proper treks to Machu Picchu. It’s not just the vastness and depth of the Apurimac that make it so fantastical, it’s the shifts in its mood. This canyon is reportedly the deepest in the world, thought to be twice as deep as the Grand Canyon in the USA.
1 Day
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All year round
Viewpoint of the Condor Chonta Cusco. It is located in the Apurimac River Canyon in the Community of Chonta in the district of Limatambo Cusco 70 kilometers and 2 hours by bus from the imperial city of Cusco.
Today, Mirador del Condor Chonta Cusco. It is an excellent place to observe the condor which is the largest bird that flies and in Inca times was a sacred bird considered as a spiritual messenger Andean. Observation of the Condor Chonta Cusco. It is the new tourist circuit for those who want to get out of the routine, especially for lovers of bird watching especially Condors (Vultur Gryphus). At the same time you can see: eagles, hawks, kestrels, hummingbirds among others and also on the tour visit the small and beautiful archaeological remains Killarumiyoq and Tarawasi.
Today’s day hike takes us to Chonta a special place to spot Condors ( the largest flying bird in the world), led by our Leader. Our first stop is at Tarawasi, another Incan archaeological site with impressive and unique masonry type, and old colonial buildings (Casona).
After exploring this ancient sites our journey continues through a dirt road to the scenic mountain hamlet of Chonta near the Apurimac Canyon. We shall briefly visit the school of Chonta before having our lunch at a scenic spot with awesome views around.
Then we start hiking for about two hours of moderate difficulty to our vantage point. With a little luck, you may spot some highland birds on the way and sometimes even Highland parakeets can be seen. There will be plenty of spectacular scenery and interesting flora to see while approaching the canyon. A short hike downhill will take you to the viewpoint. At this marvelous spot, you will stay for about three hours in order to wait and see the condors soar upwards by using the thermal winds.
This is an unforgettable bird watching experience and a highlight for every nature enthusiast. After having a great time spotting Condors, In the early afternoon, we’ll start our hike back to Chonta town from where the vehicle will take us back to our hotel. All meals included.
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