1º de agosto: veja destinos que celebram o Dia da Pachamama
Divindade máxima das regiões andinas, a Pachamama é celebrada em alguns países da América do Sul, durante todo o mês de agosto.
É nessa época, cujas principais festas acontecem no dia 1º de agosto, que comunidades indígenas agradecem as conquistas da colheita anterior, enterrando comidas e folhas de coca, em um buraco na terra.
Essa divindade feminina, relacionada à fertilidade e à terra, é homenageada em um ritual conhecido como chaya ou pago (‘pagamento’, em português), quando são feitas oferendas à Pachamama para que essa retribua com boas colheitas e condições climáticas favoráveis, na temporada seguinte.
Atualmente, essa é a alternativa para substituir os tradicionais sacrifícios de animais que eram feitos em homenagem à Mãe Terra. Outro ritual é a prática milenar de defumar as casas (sahumar, em espanhol), com o objetivo de afastá-las das más energias.
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Ao longo do continente, diversas festas são marcadas para esses dias como as comemorações na Isla del Pescado, no Salar do Uyuni; em San Antonio de los Cobres, na Argentina, onde acontece, desde 1995, a Fiesta Nacional de la Pachamama de los Pueblos Originarios; em províncias do norte argentino, como Jujuy, Salta, Formosa, Catamarca e Tucumán; e no povoado de San Pedro do Atacama, no norte do Chile.
Uma das novidades, no próximo dia 3 de agosto, será a viagem temática que o clássico Tren a las Nubes realizará a partir da cidade de Salta, em direção à puna salteña, como é conhecida essa região altiplânica do centro da cordilheira dos Andes.
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Pachamama
De origem quíchua, a palavra Pachamama quer dizer ‘Madre Tierra’ (em português, Pacha significa “terra” e Mama, mãe).
A homenagem à essa divindade indígena costuma acontecer em regiões andinas da Bolívia, norte do Chile, Peru e (quem diria) até na Argentina.
Durante todo o mês de agosto, com ápice no dia 1º, o continente é palco de diversos eventos em destinos como a Isla del Pescado, no Salar do Uyuni; em San Antonio de los Cobres, na Argentina, onde acontece, desde 1995, a “Fiesta Nacional de la Pachamama de los Pueblos Originarios”; e no povoado de San Pedro do Atacama, no norte do Chile.
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Todos os caminhos levam a Machu Picchu
O ‘Grande Caminho Inca’ (Qhapaq Ñan, em língua quéchua) é uma extensa rede de antigas trilhas de mais de 500 anos, utilizadas pelos incas, em países como Argentina, Chile, Peru, Bolívia, Equador e Colômbia.
Conhecido também como El Camino Principal Andino, o trajeto é considerado a coluna vertebral do antigo império dos incas e, atualmente, 30 mil km de extensão, de um total de 60 mil, são Patrimônio da Humanidade pela Unesco.
Machu Picchu pela 1ª vez: dicas, preços e roteiros
No Peru, conhecido como a Terra das Três Faces, por conta da geografia variada que vai do deserto a florestas amazônicas, um roteiro lodge to lodge dura até uma semana e tem hospedagem em hotéis isolados dos Andes, em caminhos alternativos que levam a Machu Picchu.
Nesse programa multiatividades, o hóspede se reúne no hotel com o guia para escolher o roteiro do dia seguinte e conta com opções que incluem visitas a sítios arqueológicos menos visitados, como o de Ankasmarka; produção de tecidos, em Chinchero, no Vale Sagrado; e trilhas mais pesadas, como a impressionante Cuncani – Huacahuasi.
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LARES TREK TO MACHU PICCHU 5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS – COMMUNITY SERVICE
http://www.cuscojourneys.com/lares-trek-to-machu-picchu-5-days-4-nights
This trek combines beautiful lakes, local Quechua communities of farmers and weavers who are still living traditional lifestyles in the mountains, cultivating the practices of ancient knowledge and continuing to build stone houses similar to those of Inca times. The trail passes through highland communities with majestic views of the magnificent snow-capped mountains, herds of llamas and alpacas before arriving to the community of Patacancha-Ollantaytambo for lunch on the four day of the trek. In the afternoon we catch the train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes trought out the sacred valley to spend the night and prepare to visit the most important Inka city in the Andes: Machu Picchu.
OVERVIEW
The Lares to Machu Picchu trek starts in the Hot Springs, in the Sacred Valley, and finishes of the village Ollantaytambo, with a visit to the village of Cuncani along the way. On Day 4 of the trek. we’ll take a bus from Lares to Ollantaytambo and then carry on by train to Machu Picchu.
Useful Information
Starting Altitude – 2,800m / 9,186ft.
Highest Altitude – 4,780m / 15,682ft.
Walking Distance – 34km / 21 miles
Longest Day – Day 1, approximately 14km / 8.7 miles
Coldest Night – Day 1 around 0º celsius
Overall Difficulty – Moderate
ITINERARY
Day 1: Cusco – Lares Hot Springs – Cuncani Community
Early in the morning we are going pick you up from your hotel in Cusco to start our car drive and passing by the impressive Inca site of Sacsayhuaman then to go into the majestic sacred valley from where we are going to appreciate some snow-capped mountains such as Sawasiray and Pitusiray and we stop in the small town of Calca where you have the chance to explore the local market to have an idea how is the daily life of the people who live in the sacred valley of the Incas. Afterwards we still drive to Lares hot springs. Once there you can enjoy the natural hot pools surrounded by the mountains and the river. After a hearty lunch we will pack up and start the hike to the village of Cuncani which takes approximately 4 hour. We start ascending gradually on the uphill path from 3300m 10826 ft to 3800 m 12467 ft on the way we appreciate llamas and alpacas eating on the grassy hills, this type of landscape will be our company during the hike. After 4 hour of grueling but beautiful hike we reach to Cuncani village, where our tents will be set, this is the tradition with all villages around Lares. Where we’ll enjoy dinner and camp for the night. Cuncani is also very famous for its textile production and ancestral weaving techniques..
Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
Accommodation: Camping
Maximum Altitude: 3800m 12467 ft.
Minimum Altitude: 3100m 10826 ft.
Distance Travelled: Approx. 14km
Approximate Walking Time: 7 hours
Day 2: Cuncani Community – Quiswarani Community
Our second day hike begins with a leisurely hike around the village of Cuncani then we take the left side of the Cuncani valley. The hike takes about 3 hour uphill to the pass known as Abra Huillquiccasa at 4200m 13779ft
While you push yourself up to the pass at a moderate pace, you enjoy the awesome views of the mountains and the beautiful lakes that make the hike very nice and pleasurable. The area is noted for its spectacular glacial lakes, Condors, llamas, alpacas and Viscachas roam the land sometimes they are very close to the hikers. After the pass about 2 hour downhill to the lunch spot to Quiswarani Community, After we’ll spend the rest of the day doing community service with the family, helping them go about their daily tasks. This could include anything from shepherding llamas or alpacas to caring for guinea pigs, shearing wool, weaving or farming potatoes and quinoa. You will learn some basic Quechua, the native indigenous language, as you become friends with the family members. As the day comes to a close, we will help prepare a traditional Pachamanca (traditional cooking method using hot stones) for a delicious dinner to share with your family by the campfire.
Distance: 10 km 5ml.
Climate: warm in the day and cold in the night.
Hiking time: 6 hour approximately.
Maximum Altitude: 4200m 13779ft
Minimum Altitude: 3700m 12139ft.
Day 3: Quiswarani Community – Pachacutec Pass – Canchacancha
4Today our hiking will be pleasant walking across stone houses with stupendous views after passing the village the path starts ascending gradually to the highest point of the whole Lares trek known as Abra Pachacutec at 4460m 14632ft Near the top we are rewarded with views of the snow-caped peaks of Pitusiray 5750m 18864ft and Chicon 5500m 18044 ft at the top we stop for a while to do an small offering to the Andean gods. The path continues for an hour along a narrow barren ridge before dropping down into the beautiful brilliant glacial lakes, Suirococha and Yuraccocha Where we enjoy our delicious lunch. In the afternoon 2 hour downhill hike to Canchacancha village the area is very interesting full of potato plantations on the hillside of the village. We camp at the base of amazing snow-capped mountains and near of Cancha Cancha village.
Distance: 11km 6ml.
Climate: warm in the day and cold in the night.
Hiking time: 7 hour approximately.
Maximum Altitude: 44600m 146325ft.
Minimum Altitude: 3800m 12467ft.
Day 4: Canchacancha – Huaran – Ollantaytambo – Aguas Calientes
After a nutritious breakfast we will hike to the lower part of the sacred valley of the Incas which is flanked by steep mountains. We pass through pretty farmland while following a small river down through the mountain corridor. The hike takes about 3 hour downhill to Huaran village where we have our lunch made with local ingredients such as organic potatoes, vegetables, etc. afterwards we catch a private van to Ollantaytambo train station to catch the train to Aguas Calientes town 1.5 hour train ride we get to Aguas Calientes town then we go to the accommodation to take shower and relaxing at the hotel and in the evening to enjoy the delicious dinner at the restaurant in town.
Distance: 9 km 4ml.
Climate: from warm to hot in the day and warm in the night.
Hiking time: 3 hour approximately.
Maximum Altitude: 3800m 12467ft.
Minimum Altitude: 2050m 6725ft
Day 5: Aguas Calientes – Machupicchu – Ollantaytambo – Cusco
After breakfast we will board the bus which will take us to the biggest energetic center of the Incas, “Machu Picchu”. As part of our itinerary the same professional tour guide from the Lares trek; will teach you about all the history of this mysterious and mystical place. We will visit the Sun Temple, Royal palace, Main Temple, Three Windows Temple and Sun Dial. It will be an unforgettable experience. After the guided tour, you will have free time to explore on your own.
If you have booked Wayna picchu, you will need to coordinate with your guide for Machu Picchu visiting depending on your scheduled time to the mountain, for people not hiking any of the mountains there are some other optional activities on your own (not included in the price):
Visit the Sun Gate: You will have an opportunity to walk (approx. 2 hours up and down) up to the Sun Gate (Inti Punku) to see Machu Picchu from a different angle.
Hike to the Inca Bridge: The Inca Bridge offers a dose of adventure for your next Machu Picchu visit. However in this case, the adventure is a little less strenuous, but a lot more death defying, not for people with vertigo.
Train back to Cusco: In the afternoon you will return to the train station in Aguas Calientes for the trip back to Ollantaytambo. Upon your arrival to train station you will be transferred by car to your hotel in Cusco.
Meals: Breakfast
Lowest Elevation: 2,040 m/ 6,691 ft
Highest Elevation: 2,440 m/ 8,052 ft
Included:
Trek briefing with your guide
Professional local guide (on hike)
Second tour guide for groups of 9+.
Private transport and professional driver (to the starting point of hike)
All entrance tickets and permits for Lares hike
All necessary tools for tree planting
Cusco Journeys T-Shirt
Pick-up from hotels
Transfer in bus to Lares (starting point of the trek)
2 person per tent Igloo tents (new, spacious and comfortable)
A roll pad mattress
Dining and cooking tents with tables and chairs
Excellent tour guide (2 guides for groups over 12)
Full board meals: 3 Meals per day, snacks each afternoon
First-aid kit including emergency oxygen tank
Chef and cooking equipment and kitchen tent
Excellent meals (4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners)
Food includes pancakes, omelets, soups, fresh fruit, avocado, pasta, chicken, fish, meat, and rice, all rich in carbohydrates and suitable for trekking (Vegetarian, vegan or special diet meals upon request)
Horses or mules and Indigenous horsemen to carry camping equipment: client tents, dining and cooking tents, table, stools, cooking gear, stove, gas container, cutlery, plates, food and fresh vegetables.
Hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes
Boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning
Expedition Train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
Expedition Train return from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo and private transport to Cusco
Entrance fee to Machu Picchu Archaeological Complex
Guided tour of Machu Picchu
Hotel in Aguas Calientes (double or triple accommodation)
Porterage of 7 Kg per person.
Round Trip Bus Tickets
Meals: 4 Breakfast, 4 Lunches, 4 Dinners
Tea time before dinner (tea, coffee, coco, biscuits, popcorn)
Oxygen Tank & First aid kit
All local taxes
Not Included:
Ceremony with your tour guide and locals $ 100.00
Sleeping bag
Water on Day 1
Energy snacks which can very useful such as chocolate and granola bars and dried fruits
Breakfast on Day 1, Lunch on Day 5
Waynapicchu Mountain (Walk to the top without a guide. The trail is well marked.)
Tips: Guide, Cook, Porters
Bring for the Lares Trek to Machu Picchu
A good daypack: Eagle Creek Afar Backpack –appropriate packs to carry your personal belongings.
Original passport with the migration Peru card (for Trains, Machu Picchu Park, and Hotels)
Travel insurance (strongly recommended but not required).
Swimwear for the hot springs of Lares
Lighter trekking boots (with good ankle support)
3 pairs of trekking pants (not jeans): 1 hiking, 1 cotton–which is just enough. Please spray both pairs with an insect repellent before the trip.
Layers for variable temperatures especially at night
1 rain jacket: The first night the temperature can be as – 5 degrees Celsius/41 degrees Fahrenheit. The rain jacket can be helpful, because there are rainy days even if we are in dry season!
1 warm/Winter jacket
Thermals: wool socks, gloves, scarf, and woolen hat for cold nights.
4 pairs of underwear, 5 pairs of socks (Bamboo or cotton/nylon-blend socks dry faster than 100 percent cotton, which lose their softness when air-dried). It is nice to have a couple of extra pairs of socks to change into at night when you’re not hiking. Also, we recommend bringing both really heavy hiking socks and lighter socks because the weather is variable, so you want to make sure you’re not too cold or overheat.
4 t-shirts, 2 long sleeve shirts
1 good sleeping bag liner that is super lightweight and easy to pack. Definitely does its Job!
Travel-size tissues and wet wipes–The air is cold and damp so your nose is going to run a lot. Everyone seems to run out of tissues by the end of the trek. Also, most bathrooms do not have toilet paper (if you even get a bathroom), so wet wipes are key.
Iron tablets and pills for altitude sickness. Several people on the hike have varying degrees of altitude sickness and both of these remedies (in addition to the coca tea) are very helpful in alleviating the symptoms.
Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended).
Bug spray with 30% DEET in it–which you need, but it doesn’t work very well. The issue with Cusco outdoors is that most of the bugs are not mosquitoes. They are these small flies you can’t even see that leave weird bites that first look like you pricked your finger and then blow up into itchy red bumps. Unfortunately, these bugs seem to bite you no matter what kind of spray you put on, so an anti-itch medication could be helpful.
Re-usable plastic or metal water container or a hydration pack such as Camel back
Water (only for first day hike). Then we will provide you with water throughout the hike.
Camera and film
A headlamp to navigate camp in the evenings and pre-dawn mornings with spare batteries
Bandages or moleskin
Flip flops to change into at night–your toes will thank you!.
Toiletries: toothbrush, toothpaste/floss, shampoo/conditioner, brush/comb, Vaseline (for feet great for potential blisters), feminine hygiene products, deodorant, nail clippers/file/tweezers, spare glasses and/or prescription, mini-eyeglass repair kit, contact lenses if required and supplies, hand sanitizer etc.–and whatever else you need, but pack light.
Medication (Imodium AD or something for your stomach. Some people get an upset stomach on the trek. With 8-10 hours of hiking each day, you need to get over whatever the day throws at you quickly, so bring some meds.
Plastic bags for dirty and wet clothes
Something to read in the evenings
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, & tips to your staff
Additional Notes
Gift for Andean children “Optional”
Lares Trek. We recommend bringing: Coloring books, crayons, pens, notebooks, pencils, stickers, clothes, toys, etc. but not candies or chemical products. . Children will love to receive these gifts when we pass through Andean communities which have schools.
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