New Hiking Challenge in Sacred Valley of the Incas
For those who crave the extraordinary, the Sacred Valley of the Incas has always held a magnetic pull. Now, Explora Valle Sagrado invites travelers to reach even greater heights—literally—with a new, exclusive High-Altitude Hiking Challenge that redefines what it means to explore. This isn’t just about distance or elevation; it’s about personal transformation in one of the world’s most culturally rich and scenically dramatic regions.
A Challenge Like No Other
These aren’t just ordinary treks—Explora Valle Sagrado’s new Milestone Challenges are designed to push adventurers beyond their comfort zones. Spanning elevations up to 15,400 feet, these treks offer a perfect blend of physical exertion and scenic wonder. These Milestone Challenges span a range of difficulty levels and celebrate not only physical endurance but also the deep connection between land, people, and purpose.
This isn’t a race. There’s no finish line. The Sacred Valley Hiking Challenge is about pushing personal boundaries, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual. It’s for travelers who seek more than landscapes—they seek meaning. Each step is a meditation in motion, and every summit reached is a milestone marked.
Choose Your Challenge: Three Levels, Six Unforgettable Journeys
Whether you’re just beginning your trekking journey or already chasing summits, the Sacred Valley Hiking Challenge offers two carefully selected explorations per level.
Beginner Level
1. Five Lagunas Exploration
A scenic journey through vibrant farmland and a series of high-altitude lagoons, all framed by views of Sawasiray and other snow-dusted Andean peaks. You’ll meet local farmers, see llamas grazing in the wild, and walk ancient paths shaped by centuries of tradition.
2. Lloclla Exploration
Starting at a traditional Andean community, this gentle ascent offers wide vistas and quiet moments to observe native flora and fauna. It’s a cultural and natural immersion perfect for those easing into the world of high-altitude hiking.
Intermediate Level
3. Paru Exploration
This full-day route weaves through pastures, ravines, and alpine plateaus. Glacial lagoons mirror the clouds, and the trails reveal a blend of raw wilderness and ancestral farming techniques.
4. Huchuy Qosco Exploration
Translating to “Little Cusco,” this trail leads to one of the Sacred Valley’s most intriguing archaeological sites, perched above the Urubamba River. The hike traverses changing ecosystems, revealing breathtaking panoramas and Incan ruins hidden among the hills.
Advanced Level
5. Tastayoc Exploration
A demanding ascent that climbs nearly 3,000 feet to high-altitude lagoons and stark, wind-swept ridgelines. The views are unmatched, and the sense of solitude is powerful.
6. Pachatusan Exploration
Named after a sacred mountain believed by the Inca to protect the world, this trek offers dramatic elevation gain and routes through historical sites like Tipón and Pukara. It’s an expedition that blends physical challenge with spiritual reward.
A Reward Beyond the Trail
Those who complete two or more Milestone Challenges during their stay at Explora Valle Sagrado will be receive a surprise and a recognition.
