Q’eswachaka Rope Bridge Tour from Cusco
Q’eswachaka Rope Bridge Tour from Cusco
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Q’eswachaka Rope Bridge Tour from Cusco
Queswachaca is an Inca rope bridge located in the Cusco region of Peru. It is believed to be one of the last remaining examples of Inca engineering, and it has been in use for over 500 years. The bridge spans the Apurimac River and is located about 100 kilometers from the city of Cusco.
The bridge is made from woven grass and is reconstructed every year in a traditional ceremony. The bridge is rebuilt by members of local communities, who use traditional techniques and materials to ensure its authenticity. The ceremony is held in June and attracts visitors from all over the world.
The Queswachaca Inca Bridge is an important cultural and historical landmark in Peru, and it is a testament to the ingenuity and skill of the Inca civilization. The bridge is also a popular destination for tourists who want to experience a unique piece of Inca history and culture.
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This Full Day – Tour to the Inca Bridge of Qeswachaka or Queswachaca will take you to know one of the places not so crowded. Above all, little known in the South Valley Route Cusco. So, it is located above the Apurimac River to which it has a distance of 15 meters high. Also, it belonged to the road network of the Qhapaq Ñan or Inca trail. The most important thing is that it is one of the Inca bridges that still maintains its authenticity intact. Certainly, it is made of puna or ichu straw.
Also, the meaning of the name of the Inca bridge Queswachaca derives from two Quechua meanings. Q’eswa = braid, Chaka = bridge. So, come with us and discover the most amazing places by unconventional routes. Most importantly, live a different experience. Certainly, you will get complete satisfaction when you have finished your Qeswachaka tour.
Minimum altitude: 3600 masl/ 11 811 ft.
Maximum altitude: 3700 masl/ 12 139 ft.
Highlights
- You will cross the astonishing Inca bridge
- Our tour departs every day
- All inclusive tour
- Experienced local guide
Trip Details
- Group Tour: Every day at about 4:30 am
- Private Tour: Every day on request, we recommend starting at 6 am
Language - Group Tour: Spanish and English simultaneously
- Private Tour: One language only (Spanish, English), you choose the language, if you prefer another language, let us know!
- Duration: About 10 hours
- Tour Type: Group tour or 100% private tour, you choose your cup of tea
If you have kids, we recommend a private tour.
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We start the tour of Qeswachaka with the pick up from your hotel in the morning. Soon, through the province of Acomayo we will stop and visit the different lakes. For example, Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnaqocha and Pampamarca or Tungasuca. Also, in these lagoons that are on the route to the Inca bridge, they usually practice field activities. For example, fishing, reed hut camping, and pedal boats. In the same way, you will be able to observe the flora and fauna in each lagoon.
In summary, after the visit to the lagoons, we will head towards the province of Canas. Finally, we will arrive to the main destination, the Inca bridge of Q’eswachaka (3700 masl / 12 139 feet). In the same line, it is 33 meters long and 1.20 meters wide. Therefore, every year Qeswachaka is renewed by hand with the use of ichu by the inhabitants of the area. However, before carrying out the activity, a ceremony of payment to the Pachamama is performed. Certainly, to obtain help and protection during the elaboration.
On the other hand, we will pass through the Inca hanging bridge and back. So, you will require courage to do it. But, it really is a very special experience not to be missed. In short, Qeswachaka holds its tradition from the time of the Incas to the present day. The most important thing is that you will get great pictures. That is to say, of the whole authentic and unique panorama. Afterwards, we will culminate our tour of the Inca bridge of Qeswachaka by dropping you off at your hotel in Cusco.
Places to visit:
- Pomacanchi Lagoon
- The lagoon of Asnaqocha
- Inca bridge of Q’eswachaka
- Lagoon of Pampamarca or Tungasuca
Included
- Round trip transportation (private tourist bus)
- Professional bilingual guide
No Included
- Tourist ticket to visit the archaeological sites.
- Meals
What to Bring
- Scarf, sweaters, jackets, and gloves
- Non-slip walking shoes
- Walking stick (optional)
- Rain poncho
- Sun hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Toilet paper
- Local currency
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Travel Guide
The Inca bridge of Q’eswachaka in Cusco, 33 m long and 1.2 m wide, is located over the Apurimac River at 3,700 meters above sea level. It is renewed every year for 4 days during the month of June, where the bridge structures are replaced by a new one. The bridge is located 110 km southeast of Cusco.
It is part of the Inca trail and is made of vegetable fiber or straw, maintaining the tradition of peasant techniques and community work system to maintain it to this day.
Q’eswachaka is the last bridge of its kind and is almost in its original state, it has been maintained from generation to generation for more than five centuries by the communities: Huinchiri, Chaupibanda, Ccollana Quehue and Pelcaro.
The new bridge structure is woven with ancestral techniques for three days by some 1,000 community members using braided ichu and chachacomo straw, while ritual ceremonies and dances are performed by the inhabitants of the ayllus of the area.
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