Chonta Condor Viewpoint – 1 Day
Overview
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Service Shared
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Season All Year Round
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Departures By Prior Reservation
Embark on an unforgettable one-day journey to the Chonta Condor Viewpoint, where you’ll witness the majestic Andean condors soaring freely above breathtaking canyons.
These sacred birds of the Incas known as the largest flying birds in the world glide gracefully across the sky, creating a truly mesmerizing spectacle.
Our adventure begins with a scenic drive through the Andean highlands, passing charming villages and stunning mountain landscapes. Upon arrival, a short but rewarding hike takes you to the viewpoint, where you will admire the condors in their natural habita. This tour combines culture, adventure, and birdwatching, making it an unmissable experience for nature lovers.
Highlights
- Chonta Condor - Excursion
- Departures: By Prior Reservation
- Season: All Year Round
- Service: Shared
Itinerary
OUR ITINERARY FOR THE CHONTA CONDOR VIEWPOINT TOUR
We will start with hotel pickup at 6:30 a.m. First, we will visit the archaeological site of Killarumiyoc, "The Moon Stone." This site was used as a temple dedicated to worship of Mother Moon, considered the feminine side of the universe, influencing fertility, plants, and tides. Next, we will head to the archaeological site of Tarawasi Ordered by Inca Pachacutec, this site functioned as a resting place for Inca travelers heading to Chinchaysuyo and features a stone pyramid altar ("Usnu") and agricultural terraces. After exploring these sites, we will go to Limatambo to enjoy a delicious lunch. after lunch, we will take our private transportation to the trail head, finally we will hike for about 1 hour to get the viewpoint of comdors ,
once our hike is done we we will be back to cusco .
What is Included
Included
- Private Transportation
- Professional tour guide
- Semi buffet lunch and breakfast
- walking sticks
- Entrance tickets
Not Included
- Tips for staff (optional).
- dinner
What to Bring
- Original documents / passports.
- Waterproof jacket / rain poncho (if visiting between October and March).
- Sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Mosquito repellent.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Small backpack with snacks (cookies, etc.).
- Binoculars.
- Walking stick.
- Camera and extra batteries.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour begins with hotel pickup at 6:30 a.m. and ends with the return to Cusco at approximately 6:30 p.m.
The best time to visit is between April and September, when the weather is drier and there are better chances to see the condors in full flight.
No , but it is recommended to have a moderate level of fitness, as the route includes a hike of approximately 1.5 hours to the viewpoint.
