Huaypo Lake Ride

Introduction
Cusco Peru
Nature lovers who are short on time will appreciate this short riding vacation to the beautiful Huaypo laggon.

On your way there, you will ride through splendid forests and on small mountain trails.

Accomodation

Accommodations
You will spend one night at a lodge near the lagoon.

Lodge in Huaypo lagoon
These charming domes have great views over the lagoon. Usually, each dome has one bedroom and one bathroom.

Casa Andina Hotel in Cusco (optional extra night)
This charming hotel is ideally located in the heart of Cusco. It offers 93 comfortable and elegantly decorated rooms, each equipped with a safety box, heating, coffee kit, TV, free Wi-Fi access and a private bathroom with hairdryer. Check-in starts at noon.

Casa Andina Hotel in Urubamba (optional extra night)
This beautiful hotel located in the Sacred Valley provides rooms that feature cable TV, heating, ensuite bathroom and free Wi-Fi access. The hotel has a small garden where guest can relax in the evening.

Room Occupancy
In case we are unable to find you a roommate, a single supplement fee might apply. Please, note that accommodation for single travelers are not guaranteed at all locations.



Meals
All meals are included in your package from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on the last day.

All your meals are prepared by our cook who follows along the tour with our support vehicle (transporting suitcases).
The food served features Peruvian and international cuisine.

The meals are served buffet style so everyone can choose what they want to eat.

Plenty of drinking water will be provided during the rides.

Dietary Restrictions
We can cater to most dietary restrictions with advanced notice.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Riding


For the protection of all participants, the ride leader reserves the right to prevent anyone from riding who displays insufficient ability, or whose behavior endangers the safety of other riders, themselves, or the horses. No refund will be made to a participant who is rejected for any such reason, or who is unwilling or unable to complete a tour.

Horses
We have 20 Peruvian Paso horses which are known for their smooth gait and elegance. We have horses with different temperaments that can cater to all levels of rider.
The Peruvian Paso Horse transmits its unique smooth gait to its purebred foals. No artificial devices or special training aids are necessary to enable the horse to perform the “Paso llano”, that provides a ride of incomparable smoothness.

Itinerary


Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Ride to Huaypo Lake
This ride begins at a height of 2,828 meters above sea level in the town of Paucarbamba, where our hacienda is located. Upon your arrival at our facilities (around 9 am), you will receive instruction and recommendations before the tour.
We will start riding at about 10 am. Our riding adventure starts through the flat terrain on the valley floor, before going through some forests of native flora (Llaulli, Tara, Chachacomo, Tánkar, Queuña, etc) as well as exotic trees (Eucalyptus, Cypress, Pine) located on the banks of the Vilcanota River. We will slowly begin to gain height riding uphill towards the Salinas de Maras, where we will make our first stop to tour the salt complex.
We should arrive at the Salinas around noon. After a quick tour of the complex, will get back in the saddle, taking a steep path towards the picturesque town of Maras. There, we stop for lunch.
After overcoming the steepest part of the day, the high peaks will offer us their incomparable and privileged panoramic view. We should arrive at the charming Huaypo Lake at about 5 pm.
We will spend the night in a comfortable lodge.
Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Lodge near Huaypo Lake

Day 2: Moray
After having appreciated the spectacular sunrise and having enjoyed a good breakfast, we will ride downhill towards to the town of Maras. On our way, we will cross extensive fields of potatoes, barley, oats, beans, and many other regional agricultural products. After having ridden for about two to three hours through picturesque ravines, we will arrive at a Catholic temple built in the 16th century (Ttiobamba), located just before the city of Maras.
We enjoy our lunch break in Maras.
Then, we will make our way to “Moray” where we will observe from a viewpoint the beautiful archaeological complex. Finally, it is time to ride downhill along a very narrow road until we reach a valley viewpoint. There, we make a last stop before heading back to the Hacienda .
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Note: If you wish to extend your stay in Peru, we suggest to sign up for the Machu Picchu Mountain Lodges Ride.

Rates and Dates for Huaypo Lake Ride

Dates Note: It is possible to arrange tours for private groups on request (private group fee applies)

Other Info
Meeting: Urubamba
Airport: Cusco
Transfer: Cusco or Sacred Valley

Climate:
                                                Cusco area