Poc poc Waterfall
FULL DAY | Estarting from US$ 00.00 per person.
Duration: Full day.
Group size: Maximum 15 pax.
Type of service: Private or group.
Maximum altitude: 3,762 meters above sea level.
Transportation: Bus or car.
Places to visit: Chinchero Town, Chinchero archaeological complex, hike to Poc Poc, Urquillos, Urubamba.
Overview
The Poc Poc waterfall is a natural water source hidden beneath a micro valley, surrounded by Inca trails and ancient buildings. Meanwhile, to enjoy its fresh water and the beauty of its surroundings, you only need to hike downhill.
Additionally, the landscapes of the great sacred valley and its snow-capped mountains can be appreciated from the trail. In every step you would find streams, trees, bushes, corn crops and much more typical flora from these lands.
Additionally, the landscapes of the great sacred valley and its snow-capped mountains can be appreciated from the trail. In every step you would find streams, trees, bushes, corn crops and much more typical flora from these lands.
What to expect:
- Panoramic views of the Sacred Valley and its snow-capped mountains.
- Visit to Chinchero town where there are Inca streets.
- Appreciate Andean textiles executed with traditional techniques.
- Guided visit to the archaeological site of Chinchero.
- Appreciate Andean crops and local flora.
- Enjoy the natural water of Poc Poc waterfall.
- Have delicious lunch in Urubamba.
- Buy handmade souvenirs.
- Walk through a stretch of the Inca Trail.
Itinerary
This innovative hike to Poc Poc waterfall begins at 8:00 a.m. from your hotel to travel by our touristic transportation for 1 hour towards the ancient Chinchero town, where you will have the chance to visit an Andean textile center to learn about these ancient techniques.
Then, we will walk among stone streets until the archaeological center of the town, where we will find the foundations of what was once the palace of Tupac Inka Yupanqui. Considered as the Inca navigator, perhaps this historical character could reach some Polynesian islands.
As well, you can see the temple of Virgin of Monserrat and then keep walking to the area of terraces and stone stairs that will gradually lead us to a beautiful Inca trail surrounded by stone walls that will be the beginning of the hike towards Poc Poc waterfall.
Then, we will follow a wide path that descends until our destination, and each step allows you to appreciate the changing scenery and vegetation around. Little by little the valley will become narrower and lusher at the same time.
After walking for 1 hour on average, we will arrive at the beautiful Poc Poc waterfall. Here, the environment changes completely and the spray of the waterfall will refresh our skin to rest for a while next to this wonder of nature. By the way, Poc Poc waterfall is 30 meters height.
Once you have enjoyed a unique place and taken unforgettable pictures, we will walk downhill to Urquillos. This stretch will take us 2 hours and 30 minutes approx. until that beautiful town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Afterwards, we will board the transportation to travel for 20 minutes towards a touristic restaurant in Urubamba to taste a delicious lunch. Then, we will travel back to your hotel in Cusco. Arriving at 16:00 hours on average.
End of our services.
Then, we will walk among stone streets until the archaeological center of the town, where we will find the foundations of what was once the palace of Tupac Inka Yupanqui. Considered as the Inca navigator, perhaps this historical character could reach some Polynesian islands.
As well, you can see the temple of Virgin of Monserrat and then keep walking to the area of terraces and stone stairs that will gradually lead us to a beautiful Inca trail surrounded by stone walls that will be the beginning of the hike towards Poc Poc waterfall.
Then, we will follow a wide path that descends until our destination, and each step allows you to appreciate the changing scenery and vegetation around. Little by little the valley will become narrower and lusher at the same time.
After walking for 1 hour on average, we will arrive at the beautiful Poc Poc waterfall. Here, the environment changes completely and the spray of the waterfall will refresh our skin to rest for a while next to this wonder of nature. By the way, Poc Poc waterfall is 30 meters height.
Once you have enjoyed a unique place and taken unforgettable pictures, we will walk downhill to Urquillos. This stretch will take us 2 hours and 30 minutes approx. until that beautiful town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Afterwards, we will board the transportation to travel for 20 minutes towards a touristic restaurant in Urubamba to taste a delicious lunch. Then, we will travel back to your hotel in Cusco. Arriving at 16:00 hours on average.
End of our services.
Includes
- Private touristic transportation.
- Official tour guide.
- Entrance ticket to touristic attractions that appear in the itinerary.
- Lunch.
Not Included
- Hiking sticks.
- Breakfast.
- Drinks.
- Snacks.
- Souvenirs.
- Extra expenses.
- Tips.
Recommendations
Wear a pair of hiking shoes and a windbreaker jacket; bring sun protection such as sunscreen, sunglasses and hat; also carry a backpack containing a bottle of water, some snacks, a rain poncho and your camera with enough battery and storage memory, therefore you will not miss any second of the spectacular views.
FAQ'S
- From what age is this Poc Poc waterfall tour recommended?
From 15 years old, because although there will be no steep stretches, the distance to complete is too long for younger children. - After the hike, can I travel to Machupicchu?
Yes, after lunch we can take you to the Ollantaytambo train station to board your train. But always previous confirmation of this requirement. - How many kilometers of trekking are there in total?
To reach poc poc waterfall it is 2 kilometers, while to get to Urquillos it is 5 kilometers. Making a total of 7 km. downhill.
