River Rafting & Cachiccata Hike to Ollantaytambo- FULL DAY
DATES & PRICING
Pricing below is per person and based on double occupancy
Price per person from:
USD. $ 186.00
This trip requires minimum of 4 persons.
If your group is less than 4 people, we can make some arrangements.
For more information, please contact us!
Level: Easy to Moderate
Duration: 8 Hours: 2 hours in the river and 1 ½ hours hike (tour starts and finish in Cusco)
Location: Sacred Valley of the Incas
Season: From mid-April to December
Activities: Rafting and hiking
Departures: Every day from mid-April to mid-December upon request
River rafting level: Class 2-3 rapids. No prior experience required
Hiking level: Easy hike with smooth ups and downs
Minimum age: 8 years old with previous experience
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Professional rafting and trekking guide
Safety kayak
Private transportation as mentioned in itinerary
Top of the line rafting equipment (Class V river rafting gear) and self-bailing rafts
Safety and professional river procedures.
Best class V river guides (international training, swift-water rescue and wilderness first responder courses)
Professional First-aid kit
Environmental care
Lunch at Cachiccata community restaurant: 1 entrée, 1 main course, 1 dessert & soda or bottled water.
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Alcoholic beverages
Tips or gratuities for the staff
Extras not mentioned in itinerary
Travel Insurance
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Clothing:
A complete change of clothes / Footwear: Sandals or comfortable shoes Essentials: Towel, sunscreen, swimsuit / Accessories: Sunglasses, hat, water bottle, camera IMPORTANT: Please provide the clothing sizes of all passengers in advance, especially for children or large groups. This ensures we can prepare the appropriate equipment for everyone.
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If we have to pick up and drop off passengers from the sacred valley (staying at Aranwa Valle Hotel, Hacienda del Valle Hotel, Casa Andina Premium, Hacienda Inkaterra Hotel, Sonesta Posada de Yucay and Casona de Yucay), there is an additional fee for these extra transfers:
+ 1 – 6 pax : $ 25.00
+ 7 -12 pax : $ 40.00
+ 13 to + pax : $ 55.00
Enjoy breathtaking views of the stunning Vilcanota mountain range while experiencing safe and fun whitewater rafting. No prior experience is necessary, and a flotation option is available for those who prefer a more relaxed adventure. In the afternoon, embark on a scenic hike to Ollantaytambo, passing through picturesque cornfields and fascinating archaeological sites. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to observe local Andean people as they go about their daily work, offering an authentic glimpse into traditional life in the region.
ITINERARY DESCRIPTION
8:30 AM: Your adventure begins as your guide picks you up from your hotel in Cusco. We’ll embark on a scenic drive through the majestic mountains toward the Sacred Valley of the Incas, arriving at our private river put in located in Pachar. Upon arrival, you’ll receive all necessary rafting equipment and a comprehensive safety briefing. (Toilet facilities are available here.) As we admire the breathtaking mountain views and archaeological remnants, we’ll head toward Ollantaytambo. Along the way, we’ll tackle exciting class 2-3 rapids, culminating in the thrilling “El Resbaladero” (The Slide), a strong class 3 rapid with waves and small whirlpools. After rafting, we’ll enjoy lunch at our base, Tambo Apumayo, located by the river. The site features bathrooms, showers, and a riverside restaurant with stunning views of La Veronica mountain. This is a wonderful opportunity to savor authentic Andean cuisine while directly supporting community initiatives. Following lunch, we’ll take a short rest before setting off on a 1.5-hour hike to Ollantaytambo. As we pass through Andean terraces still actively farmed by local villagers, we’ll reach a Mirador (viewpoint) that offers a spectacular panorama of the Pakaritampu pyramid and the magnificent Ollantaytambo Inca fortress. You’ll also be treated to stunning vistas of the Urubamba mountain range and the Urubamba River—scenes that few travelers get to experience.