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Terraces at the Choquequirao ruins on the trail through the Apurímac canyon

Trekking · May 12, 2026

Choquequirao trek: price, difficulty and the complete 4-day guide

What the Choquequirao 4-day route actually costs, how it compares to the Inca Trail, and the training you need before attempting the canyon's 1,500m descents and climbs.

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Morning light over Laguna Humantay glacial lake in the Andes

Day tours · April 3, 2026

Laguna Humantay tour: best time to go, what to pack, what it costs

Everything to plan a Laguna Humantay tour — dry-season months, altitude tips for the 4,200m lake, and why an early departure matters more than a fast hike.

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Colorful striped slopes of Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain under blue sky

Day tours · February 18, 2026

Montaña de Colores price guide: what Rainbow Mountain really costs in 2026

A transparent breakdown of the Montaña de Colores price — transport, entrance fees, horse rental — plus why a 4am start beats every other departure time.

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