Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons: Tours, Prices & Schedules

Q: Can you cross the Q’eswachaka Bridge during the tour?

Yes, during the tour you will have the opportunity to cross the Q’eswachaka Bridge, except during its reconstruction, which lasts one week and takes place every year. Although the bridge is safe, it is recommended to cross it with caution, especially for people who are not used to walking on suspended surfaces.

Q: Is it possible to take this tour at any time of the year?

Yes, Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons tour takes place all year round. During the dry season (May to October), you will enjoy clear skies and greater visibility of the landscapes. During the rainy season (November to April), the landscape becomes greener, which adds a special charm to the tour, although it is recommended to bring waterproof clothing.

Q: How to book Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons?

You can book Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons online through Nomades.com, the largest tour booking platform in Chile. Just go to the activity page, choose the date, number of passengers, and pay online by credit card, bank transfer, or using a 10% deposit to pay the rest at destination.

Q: How far in advance should I book Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons?

The tour Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons can be booked up to 1 days before the departure date. However, we recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.

Discover the Qeswachaka Bridge, the last one of the Inca culture, and the four lagoons of the province of Acomayo: Pomacanchi, Acopia, Asnaqocha and Pampamarca.

Free cancellation Free rescheduling

Price per person

S/ 100.00

Duration

10 hours

Schedules

4:30 am to 4:30 pm

Includes

Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
Expert guide
Breakfast
Lunch
Private transportation
Drop off in Cusco's downtown

Does not include

Entrance ticket to Queswachaka (foreigner: S/ 20, national: S/ 10)

Weather

Subject to weather conditions

What to bring

Waterproof clothing
Comfortable shoes
Hat to protect against the sun
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Comfortable clothing
Insect repellent
Money for extra expenses

Description

The tour starts early in the morning, traveling to Cusipata where you will have breakfast. After this, you will continue the tour passing through the Yanaoca district, where you will visit the volcano pavilion. After traveling for another hour, you will arrive at the Quehue district, where the Qeswachaka Inca bridge is located, the last Inca bridge in the world. The Queswachaca or Q’eswachaka, which means “rope bridge” in Quechua, is suspended over a gorge of the Apurímac River and is rebuilt every year, following a long-standing tradition. Here you will have time to explore the area while your guide explains the history of this Quechua engineering work. After visiting the bridge, you will continue the trip to the viewpoint from where you can see the Pampamarca and Asnaqocha lagoons. Then, from another point, you can admire the Acopia and Pomacanchi lagoons. Finally, you will return to Cusipata to enjoy the buffet lunch. After this, you will return to Cusco ending the activity.

Frequently asked questions

Can you cross the Q’eswachaka Bridge during the tour?

Is it possible to take this tour at any time of the year?

How to book Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons?

How far in advance should I book Qeswachaka Bridge & Four Lagoons?