Llama trekking — 2 days — Sacred Valley

Huchuy Cusco: llama trek under the stars.

Two days of walking alongside the community's llamas, with a night of camping under the starry Andean sky, and a return to the Kallarayan community at sunset on the second day.

3,650 m — Huchuy Cusco

A llama trek

Huchuy Cusco, meaning "little Cusco" in Quechua, is a little-visited Inca archaeological site. The hike is done alongside the community's llamas, along trails used by the Incas centuries ago, with unparalleled panoramic views over the Sacred Valley.

2 days — Starry sky

A night under the stars

Far from city light pollution, the first night of camping offers an exceptional view of the Andean starry sky — a moment of calm and contemplation, guided by your local companion.

Panoramic view of the Sacred Valley during the llama trek to Huchuy Cusco

The Sacred Valley seen from the heights, during the walk with the llamas.

Itinerary

Two days, one adventure.

A two-day mountain trek accompanied by pack llamas, with an overnight camp and a return to the Kallarayan community at the end of the second day.

Day 1 — Morning

Departure and walk with the llamas

Departure from the Kallarayan community, accompanied by pack llamas throughout the journey — their anatomy, docile character, and historical role on Inca trade routes. Hike along high-altitude trails toward Huchuy Cusco, with panoramic views over the Sacred Valley.

Day 1 — Afternoon

Huchuy Cusco archaeological site

Arrival at the archaeological site, with free time to explore its terraces, temples, and stone structures, before setting up camp for the night.

Day 1 — Evening

Camp and stargazing

Dinner at camp and stargazing under the Andean night sky, far from any light pollution — a memorable moment of calm in the middle of nature.

Day 2 — Morning

Resuming the hike

Breakfast at camp and resuming the walk with the llamas, along new trails and natural viewpoints of the Sacred Valley.

Day 2 — Afternoon

Return to Kallarayan

Descent toward the Kallarayan community, where the trip concludes at sunset, with a welcome from the local families.

Local guide during the llama trek to Huchuy Cusco

Local guide accompanying the route, in the high-altitude landscape.

Terraces and andenes at the Huchuy Cusco archaeological site

The agricultural terraces of Huchuy Cusco, carved into the mountainside.

Camp by a high-altitude lagoon during the llama trek

A stop by a high-altitude lagoon, during the first day of the trek.

Contact with the Kallarayan community's llamas

Direct contact with the Kallarayan community's llamas.

Welcome from the Kallarayan community at the end of the trek

Welcome by the Kallarayan families, upon return from the trek.

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Pricing

Price structure.

Rates per person, for the complete 2-day trek with overnight camp.

Llama trek — 2 days

Without transport$ 170
With transport$ 190

Prices are per person, with a decreasing rate from the 3rd person onward. For exact conditions beyond 3 people and for groups, please contact us. Students receive a discount with valid ID — call us for details.

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