Pallay Punchu

The adventure begins with a very early departure (approximately 3:30 a.m.) from your hotel in Cusco, necessary to cover the long distance to the Canas Province.The journey by vehicle is extensive but highly panoramic, crossing valleys and the Andean plateau. We make a stop in an intermediate town such as Sicuani or Marangani to enjoy a hot and robust breakfast, crucial for the energy required for the hike.We continue until the trekking starting point, near the Layo community or the base of Apu Taqllo.Once at the starting point (approximately $4,500$ m / $14,764$ ft a.s.l.), we begin the ascent toward the Pallay Punchu ridge. The hike is classified as moderate to difficult due to the steep slopes in the final stretch and the high altitude ($4,791$ m / $15,718$ ft a.s.l.).The trek takes approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours. As you ascend, the landscape transforms, revealing the sharp rock formations and the terrain’s palette of colors.Once at the viewpoint, you are rewarded with spectacular views of the rock formation, Apu Taqllo, and the blue expanse of Langui Lagoon.After enjoying the view and taking photographs, we begin the descent back to the transportation. We conclude the expedition with a restorative lunch before starting the long return journey to Cusco, where arrival is estimated in the late afternoon/evening.