5-Day 4-Night Ausangate Trek from Cusco, Peru

4.6 (10 reviews) Cusco, Peru
Duration5 days
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LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
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Overview

The Ausangate (6,398m/2,0991f) is considered one of the most beautiful snow-capped mountains of the Andes. The region around the mountain offers impressive scenery of mountains, glaciers, lagoons and streams. Furthermore, the Andean people are very hospitable and preserve the respect for nature. The farmers have excellent knowledge in the raising of cattle such as the vicuña, the alpaca and the lama, which are all appreciated for their fine quality of wool and meat. The four hours drive from Cusco to Tinqui is an excellent preparation for the differences in temperature and altitude.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • First aid kit
  • Inflatable matra
  • Kitchen equipment
  • Esta actividad es para personas que les gusta caminar y zurcar montañas por que se escala hasta los 6000msnm
  • Emergency oxygen bottle
  • Cook and assistant
  • Hotel Pickup
  • Sleeping bag per person
  • Mules for personal effects
  • Tickets to the park (in 3 places total is 30 soles).
  • Canes

What to expect

Day 1: Day 1: Cusco – Urcos – Tinqui - Upis
  1. Salkantay Trail Peru
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    We will leave Cusco early in the morning by bus to Tinqui, we will start on foot towards the community of Upis School (4400m/14436f). we will meet with hours horseman, Then we have small breakfast in the route then we have first pass called Arapa (4800m/15748f). Thereafter, we will descend towards Yana cocha and have a picknick. Our route continues ascending towards the Ausangate pass (4850m/15912f) and ends our campsite Ananta Pass (4650m/15256f) where we will camp.
Day 2: Day 2: Upis – Ananta pass – Montaña Colorada
  1. Nevado Ausangate
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    After breakfast, we will ascend towards the first pass called Arapa (4800m/15748f). Thereafter, we will descend towards Yana cocha and have a picknick. Our route continues ascending towards the Pass Warmisaya (4950m/15912f) we have box lunch then we can continue to walk to Ausangate Lake of the (4650m/15256f) where we will camp.

    Hiking time: 9 hours aprox.
Day 3: Day 3: Ausangate Lake – Palomani pass – Jampa
  1. Pass by
    The 3rd day is both, the most beautiful and the most ardous one: we will first ascend towards the highest pass of this trek called the Palomani pass (5200m/17060f). From here, we will have an exceptional view of the mountains and glaciers of Ausangate. Thereafter, we will descend to the valley of Finaya Pampa and will finally arrive at our camping site called Jampa (4700m/15420f).

    Hiking time: 9 hours aprox.
Day 4: Day4: Jampa – Campa pass – Pacchanta
  1. Nevado Ausangate
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    The highlight of this day is definitely the spectacular ascend to the Campa pass (5100m/16732f). Moreover, we will pass several lovely lakes on the way to our camping site in Pacchanta (4350m/14270f). Here, we will visit the hot springs and will have a typical dinner.

    Hiking time:. 6 hours aprox.
Day 5: Day 5: Pacchanta - Tinqui - Cusco
  1. Cusco Cathedral
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    After breakfast, our trek continues towards the village Tinqui (3900m/12795f), from where we will take a bus back to Cusco. On the way we will visit either Tipon or Saylla and have a typical dish of the region, such as guinea-pig or chicharrón (grilled pork). (Typical dish of the region included)

    Transport time: 4 hours

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick you up from Hotels in Central Cusco

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code is smart casual

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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