Cusco: Ausangate Mountain ATV Adventure with Breakfast & Lunch

Cusco, Peru
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Cusco
Duration12h - 13h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This full day ATV tour to Ausangate offers a complete high altitude adventure from Cusco, combining mountain landscapes, Andean culture, and authentic local traditions at the foot of the majestic Ausangate peak.

Travel above 4,700 meters by ATV through impressive glacial scenery and access turquoise lagoons and panoramic viewpoints without demanding trekking. Enjoy breathtaking views of the sacred Apu Ausangate while learning about Andean traditions and the cultural importance of the region.

The journey also includes time to relax in the natural hot springs of Pacchanta, making this a well balanced experience of adventure, culture, and scenery in the Andes.

Key Highlights:
ATV ride through high altitude Andean landscapes
Views of Ausangate glaciers and turquoise lagoons
Visit to Pacchanta hot springs
Authentic cultural experience in the Andes
Full day experience from Cusco

What's included

  • ATV safety briefing and 2 hour riding experience
  • One ATV per participant (semi automatic or automatic)
  • Guided walk to lagoons and viewpoints
  • Buffet lunch in Hanchipacha
  • Continuous assistance during the tour
  • Full safety equipment (helmet, gloves, protective gear)
  • Professional adventure certified guide
  • Hotel pickup in Cusco
  • Round trip tourist transportation
  • First aid kit and oxygen tank
  • Andean buffet breakfast (Hanchipacha)
  • Services not specified in the inclusions
  • Personal expense
  • Travel or personal insurance
  • Tips for the dirver and guide (optional)

What to expect

  1. 4h
    Depart early from Cusco toward the southern Andes, heading to the base of Nevado Ausangate, the fifth highest peak in Peru and a living deity for local communities.

    Upon arrival in Hanchipacha, enjoy a traditional Andean breakfast before a comprehensive ATV safety briefing and riding practice.
  2. 3h · Admission ticket included
    Ride your semi automatic or automatic ATV along scenic dirt trails surrounded by alpaca herds, glacial valleys, and dramatic Andean terrain.

    This route provides privileged viewpoints of glaciers and turquoise lagoons, accessible in an exciting yet controlled way.

    A short guided hike leads to panoramic viewpoints for photographs and immersion in the natural environment.
  3. 1h
    At a scenic viewpoint facing the majestic Ausangate Mountain, you will have time to appreciate the Andean landscape and learn about local traditions, the spiritual importance of the Apus (mountain spirits), and the ancestral connection between Andean communities and nature.

    Enjoy a peaceful moment surrounded by breathtaking high altitude scenery before descending toward the community area of Hanchipacha.
  4. Cusco
    4h
    There, you will savor a locally prepared organic buffet lunch made with fresh regional ingredients. After lunch, we will begin the return journey to Cusco, enjoying the beautiful Andean landscapes along the way. The tour concludes with drop off in Cusco in the evening.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is included from hotels located within the Historic Center of Cusco. If your accommodation is outside this area, the meeting point will be at Regocijo Square.

Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time to ensure a punctual departure.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
From
$85.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by SISA PERU TOURS · Booked through Viator
More activities in Cusco
From
$85.00 per person
Check availability