Cusco Inty Queswachaka 1-Day Trip: Review & Guide

Okay, so you’re pondering a day trip from Cusco to Queswachaka, right? Well, it’s quite possibly on your radar if you are wanting some seriously awesome views and a peek at some ancient engineering. This particular review is that of the Inty Queswachaka one day excursion, along with four Andean lagoons. Get ready; this is probably going to be full of viewpoints and, very much, my personal feelings on the adventure.

What’s the Inty Queswachaka Day Trip About?

Okay, basically, it is an excursion to see Queswachaka. The last remaining Inca rope bridge, like your history lesson in real life! More or less, the trip kind of throws in a visit to four lagoons—Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnaqocha, and Pampamarca or Tungasuca, to name all of them—which could be incredibly cool because, so far, the Altiplano landscapes are amazing.

Booking the Trip

The Inty excursion could be booked both online or very possibly through the countless travel agents that can be found scattered across Cusco. I went that of a small local agency mostly since their price was really competitive, I mean seriously, it was the best I saw, actually. Of course, that price doesn’t generally determine the experiences that can come from them, anyway! It’s often kind of important to actually find reviews that can help influence you better. A lot of the tour operators do very similar packages, just a bit different when comparing costs.

The Early Start and Initial Impressions

Well, the trip actually began at stupid o’clock; so, you understand it’s an earlier start. We kicked things off around 4:30 a.m.—sleep is clearly for the very weak, usually. The bus had a comfortable quality to it, yet you will realize the first couple of hours involve plenty of winding roads. As a matter of fact, try and sleep if you manage to—seriously. Seeing the dawn break on the drive there was really amazing, basically. You are able to almost witness the Andes slowly waking up and revealing themselves! Anyway, first impressions count, right?

Lagoon Hopping

Firstly, Pomacanchi Lagoon. So, this first stop, while peaceful enough, like, isn’t exactly what you’d call life-altering. I mean, as I was saying, you do get some good photographs, right? Next, it’s onto the other lagoons! The additional stops got very more interesting, though. Anyway, there were heaps of wild birds— flamingos even! It definitely started feeling much more worthwhile, truly.

Queswachaka Bridge: The Main Event

Okay, basically, the star of the show. The Queswachaka bridge! Reaching this spot actually made the early start and the very bumpy journey entirely worth it. Right, as a matter of fact, seeing it kind of hanging there above the canyon and then actually learning all about it—honestly, it’s very cool. In short, local communities very actively rebuild it yearly, following traditions dating way back to the Inca period, usually. Very possibly an opportunity for photos galore; truly! It’s rather fascinating actually; in some respects, even seeing it firsthand and then very carefully walking over was a thrill!

Lunch and Local Interaction

Of course, lunch. I really felt it came from the trip itself; anyway, it took place at a restaurant somewhere nearby—honestly, the food wasn’t bad. As a matter of fact, it wasn’t the best that you would find in Peru or anywhere. It was a bit basic, yet enough; still, it helped fill me up! You understand, after that we very happily spent time looking through some local craft sellers. Anyway, there were often weavings and bits there to buy from individuals in the neighboring villages. Of course, I got something. This helped a lot, you know!

The Guide and Group Dynamics

The tour guide had very useful information! Very knowledgable. Clearly could talk very well about nearly everything you may be seeing along this type of experience. As I was saying, his passion for sharing all this information very literally kept people entertained, alright. He talked pretty well both in Spanish and some fairly average English but not terrible, anyway. Our particular group had nearly everyone along this expedition. Honestly, all just generally curious travelers!

Things to Consider Before You Go

The altitude—do be ready for it. Queswachaka, obviously, is already high up and so can very seriously affect quite a few visitors, usually. Take things rather slowly, try not to exhaust yourself. Chew that of coca leaves. Be wary. The weather. It can vary more or less in an instant up in the mountains there. Be ready with layers, alright. As a matter of fact, bring rain stuff; honestly, it’s never terrible to pack this.

Proper gear— hiking boots; that’s obviously all I used to hike to these locations, pretty much. These kept me steady. The sun—at that altitude, of course, it’s crazy bright. Make sure that you are protected with sun protection, too it’s almost really needed; usually, there’s very little shade anyway. The crowds—it’s an extremely common visit and often becomes rather crammed; therefore, just pack some tolerance as people will try to pass around. Finally, the toilet. Honestly, make sure that you often use those available because, as I was saying, your trip is always quite prolonged.

Final Verdict: Is It Worth It?

Well, absolutely yes; you really won’t get bored on this outing at all—so it goes to say, you can imagine if it’s interesting or not. As I was saying, the Inty Queswachaka trip actually delivered very wonderful sightseeing along the Inca past and often seriously amazing vistas, alright! Alright, don’t think the lagoons are what you are mostly after; you may feel slightly tricked, I can confirm, the bridge is absolutely worthwhile regardless!

If a mixture of nature, cultural learning is quite possibly of intrigue to you—absolutely, then you will see it from here anyway! Just obviously make sure that the altitude issue, especially that the early start, won’t cause such negative consequences. A day excursion usually very worth taking out of your entire Peruvian vacation calendar anyway!

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