Ausangate Trek (5 Days)

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Without a doubt the Ausangate trail offers some of the most wonderful scenery in the whole of the Cusco area, with many birds and wildlife and also glaciers and high alpine lakes. Its also one of the most challenging in the region with three high passes over 5,000 metres/ 16000 feet. On a clear day, Apu Ausangate dominates Cusco's southern skyline. As we draw closer to this massive massif (6,380 metres/ 20 926 feet) one becomes increasingly impressed and understands fully why the ancient Incas held this spectacular mountain in such high regard. During the whole Ausangate trek circuit we pass local villages where the people dress in their typical attire - the women in beautiful flatboard hats with trimmings - and llamas graze freely

What's Included

Collection from your hotel in the morning of trek departure.
1 emergency horse which can be ridden if you are feeling ill or if are a little slower
Transport private from Cusco to and Phinaya to cusco.
Lunch (Optional[5])
Lunch
Tents - 2 people in a 4 person tent which allows for greater comfort, and also storage of backpacks.
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
Toilet tent
Cook and Cooking equipment (Assistants are provided for larger groups)
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Pre trek briefing
Horses (for equipment and personal items) including horsemen
Meals as indicated in the itinerary (optional vegetarian food).
Dining tent with camp tables and chairs & Kitchen tent for the cook to prepare meals
Bi-lingual Guide
Breakfast on the first morning.
Sleeping bags
Additional horses for passengers luggage.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will be picking you up from your hotel within the historic centre of Cusco. Please Note: This service doesn't include pick up in private residencies, example; Airbnb or hotels that are outside the historic centre.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Cusco - Tinqui - Upis

    1 stop
  • 1

    Your guide will meet you in Cusco early in the morning, and take you via private transportation to the starting point of our trek- Tinqui. Here you will meet with the rest of our team Cook & horse driver then starting our hike after 2 hours we will get to the lunch spot while your gear is being loaded onto pack horses. After lunch you will begin hiking to our first camp. This day we only hike for a few hours until we arrive at the village of Upis. Here you can take a soak in the hot springs, while enjoying coca tea, and relax your muscles until dinner. Duration: 4 hours Distance: 8km/ 3 miles Elevation: 3800m- 4200m Hiking time: 3-4 hours Camp: 4200m/ 13,780ft Meals included: • Lunch • Dinner Accommodation included: Tents

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Upis - Arapa Pass - Ausangate Q'ocha

    1 stop
  • 2

    During our morning's trek, we will cross our the Arapa pass (4,850 metres/ 15908 feet). From here, we continue 3½ hours down the valley, passing the green lake of PuqaQ'ocha until we reach the turquoise Lake JatunPuqaQ'ocha. We then ascend the second pass of Apacheta(4,900 metres/ 16 072 feet) with the stunning turquoise blue Laguna AusangateQ'ocha below. This lake is fed from the melting snow of Ausangate. We will camp here for the second night. Duration: 8 hours Distance: 15km Elevation: 4200m- 4930m- 4700m Hiking time: 7 hours Camp: 4700m/ 15,420ft Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Accommodation included: Tents

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Ausangate Q'ocha - Palomani Pass - Qampa Pampa

    1 stop
  • 3

    Covering less kilometers today, as yesterday was a big day, we pass beautiful glacial tarns, lush green pampas, and follow the edge of the river. Today is a great day for spotting wildlife so keep an eye out for condors, and vicuñas. Duration: 7 hours Distance: 17km (10.5 miles) Elevation: 4650m - 5100m - 4600m Hiking time: 7-8 hours Camp: 4600m/ 15,090ft Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Accommodation included: Tents (Camping)

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Qampa Pampa - Qampa pass -Pacchanta

    1 stop
  • 4

    With only one pass to cross we will take our time today enjoying the deep blue lagoons, and alpine glacial colored lakes along the way. If your brave enough you can even jump in to cool off. Views of the massive Ausangate mountain are still visible, only today you will get to enjoy them from a new angle along with views of Pacchanta Valley. Our goal is the hot springs of Pacchanta where we will enjoy a nice soak and the views of the Ausangate Mountain above. Duration: 8 hours Distance: 16k Elevation: 4600m- 5050m - 4300m Hiking time: 6-7 hours Camp: 4300m/ 14,110ft Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner Accommodation included: Tents (Camping)

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Pacchanta - Tinki - Cusco

    1 stop
  • 5

    Today is another early morning as we make our way back to the starting point of Tinqui walking on flat ground and celebrating our accomplishments. Once we arrive at the village you will have your last lunch while everything is packed up in our private transportation to make our way back to Cusco where. You will be dropped off at your hotel arriving around 5pm. Duration: 3 hours Distance: 16k Elevation: 4300m (descending) Meals included: • Breakfast • Lunch

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Machu Picchu Peru Cusco

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