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CHONTA: CONDOR FLYING VIEWPOINT IN CUSCO

CUSCO-TREKS - TOURS FULL DAY

1 day Duration
01 - 15 people Group size
pull / private Tipo de servicio
VAN Transporte
3400 masl / 11 154 ft Maximum altitude

Lugares a visitar: KILLARUMIYOQ - CHONTA - VIEWPOINT OF CONDOR

The Chonta Viewpoint Cusco: The Flight of the Condors 1-Day Tour is an experience that allows us to enjoy the landscapes of the Andes and observe one of the region’s most representative birds: the Andean condor. Throughout the day, we’ll travel through different natural and cultural landscapes before reaching the viewpoint, where we’ll have the opportunity to watch these majestic birds soaring through the sky.

Our adventure begins early with pickup from your hotel in Cusco. We’ll travel toward the Killarumiyoc archaeological site, where we’ll also enjoy a buffet breakfast. We’ll then continue our journey to the starting point of the hike to the condor viewpoint.

During the ascent, we’ll be accompanied by our guide, who will provide information about the area and its characteristics. Upon reaching the viewpoint, we’ll have free time to enjoy the scenery and take photographs. We’ll then return along the same trail, enjoy a buffet lunch, and finally begin our journey back to Cusco.

Horario de partida: 04:30 AM

Dificultad: Moderate

Horario de retorno: 17:30 PM

1-Day Chonta Viewpoint Cusco Tour: Enjoy the Flight of the Condors in the Andes

The Chonta Viewpoint in Cusco is an excellent alternative for travelers who want to enjoy a different experience during their visit to Cusco. The excursion combines a journey through Andean landscapes, a hike, and the opportunity to observe condors soaring in their natural surroundings.

The day begins with transportation from Cusco toward Killarumiyoc, where we’ll enjoy a buffet breakfast before continuing our journey. We’ll then reach the starting point of the hike and begin the ascent along the designated trail accompanied by our guide.

Upon reaching the viewpoint, we’ll learn more about the area and have time to enjoy the scenery and take photographs. We’ll then descend along the same trail to our transportation, continue to the lunch location, and finally return to the city of Cusco.

Tour Highlights

  • Early pickup from your hotel in Cusco.
  • Journey through the natural landscapes of the Andes.
  • Visit the Killarumiyoc archaeological site.
  • Buffet breakfast during the journey.
  • Hike to Chonta Viewpoint.
  • Hike accompanied by our guide.
  • Information about the site and its natural surroundings.
  • Opportunity to observe condors in flight.
  • Free time to enjoy the scenery and take photographs.
  • Descent along the same trail to our transportation.
  • Buffet lunch.
  • Return to the city of Cusco.

Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Cusco – Killarumiyoc – Chonta Viewpoint – Cusco

Early in the morning, we’ll pick you up from your hotel to begin our journey toward the Killarumiyoc archaeological site, where we’ll enjoy a buffet breakfast. We’ll then continue to the starting point of the hike to Chonta Viewpoint. Accompanied by our guide, we’ll ascend along the designated trail until reaching the viewpoint, where we’ll learn more about the area and have time to watch the condors in flight and take photographs. Finally, we’ll descend, enjoy a buffet lunch, and return to Cusco.

Why Book with Us?

At Peru Top Experience, we focus on making every excursion an organized and enjoyable experience from the moment of pickup. Our team will accompany you throughout the journey and provide guidance as you discover the different landscapes and attractions that are part of this adventure.

With the 1-Day Chonta Viewpoint Cusco Tour, you can combine nature, hiking, and culture in a single day. You’ll also have the opportunity to enjoy the Andean scenery and observe condors soaring in their natural surroundings.

At the end of the experience, we’ll return to Cusco after enjoying lunch, arriving at Plaza Regocijo, where you can continue exploring the Plaza de Armas and other attractions in the city on your own.

1 DAY CHONTA: CONDOR FLYING VIEWPOINT IN CUSCO
06:00 – 06:30 Pick up from your hotel to join the group and start the experience.
06:30 – 09:30 We head to the archaeological center of Killarumiyoc. Where we will enjoy a buffet breakfast.
Then, we continue the trip to the village of Soraypampa to begin the experience.
09:30 – 11:00 We begin our walk towards the viewpoint of the condor in the company of our guide.
Upon reaching the top you will have an explanation to get more information about the place and you will have free time to take the pictures you want as well.
12:30 – 14:00 At the end we return by the same way to our transportation and then we will enjoy a buffet lunch.
15:30 – 19:00 Return trip to the city of Cusco. End of our visit to Chonta: Condor Flying Viewpoint in Cusco

* The transportation drop you off at the Plaza Regocijo so you can still visit the main square.

  • Tourist transportation: Cusco – Chonta – Cusco
  • Entrance ticket: Killarumiyoc and Mirador del Condor
  • First aid kit
  • Oxygen balloon
  • Professional tour guide
  • Meals: Buffet breakfast and lunch
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Food not mentioned
  • Horse service
  • During the season (April - September) we will be able to observe more condors in chonta peru , meanwhile in the rest of the year it will be less condors.
  • At breakfast you should eat only what is necessary, do not overeat so that digestion is not a problem.
  • Identity document (ID card or passport).
  • Daypack and personal equipment:
  • Hat and sunglasses.
  • Mosquito repellent.
  • Light clothing during the day
  • Warm clothes for the night.
  • Water in canteen
  • Cash for personal purchases.
  • Camera
  • Rain poncho (Recommended for rainy season).

Can I buy my entrance ticket on my own?

No, the entrance for this cusco flying condor is completely managed by the same community of Mollepata. Therefore, we could buy it when arrive at chonta peru and it is advisable to buy it with a travel agency.

Can I go without a travel agency?

Yes, on a regular basis you can go on your own, however it is somewhat tedious since the food places (restaurants) do not always have space and you will have to look for an alternative option, besides that on the way there is a lot to see and a professional guide is indispensable to explain all about that.

What is the distance and time covered?

This Chonta: Condor Flying Viewpoint in Cusco experience has an average distance of 4 km, so the time for each section is 2 hours.