Ausangate Trek 5 Days
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Ausangate Trek 5 Days
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Ausangate Trek 5 Days
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Highlights
The Ausangate Trek is located in the south of Cusco, where you can get an authentic Andean experience. Hike between snowy mountains, turquoise lakes, herds of alpacas and llamas, learn the local culture, be impressive with the energy of Apu Ausangate, considered the deity of the Andes. Learn about Pachamama (Mother Earth).
Itinerary
Cusco - Tinqui - Upis
Nevado Ausangate
Admission Ticket FreeYour guide will meet you in Cusco early in the morning, and take you via private transportation to Tinke where we have a stop to buy the last stuff, you also be able to take some breakfast, afterwards we continue to Rondoca the beginning of the trek. Here you’ll meet with the rest of our trekking team Cook & horse driver. Then, we starting our hike for about 2 hours, we'll get to the lunch spot along the section you will appreciate the Apu Ausangate mountain. After lunch we continue the hike to our first camp. This day we only hike for a few hours until we reach 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- AccommodationsTentsFood And DrinksLunchDinner
Upis - Arapa Pass - Puca Qocha - Ausangate Qocha
Nevado Ausangate
This day our team will wake you up with a hot Coca tea, After a great breakfast we start the hike, during our morning trek, we will cross the Arapa pass (4,850 metres/ 15908 feet). From here, we continue 2½ hours down the valley, passing the green lake of Puqa Q'ocha until we reach the turquoise Lake Jatun Puqa Q'ocha. Have lunch at the border of the lake with stunning views of the Ausangate Mountain, explore the area and get some awesome photos. We then ascend the second pass of Apacheta(4,980 metres/ 16,338 feet) with the stunning turquoise blue Laguna below. This lake is fed from the melting snow of Ausangate. After to enjoy this incredible view, we descend to Ausangate Qocha for about 1 hours and camp here for the second night. Duration: 8 hours Distance: 12km Elevation: 4200m- 4930m- 4700m Hiking time: 7 hours Camp: 4630m/ 15,190ft- AccommodationsTentsFood And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Ausangate Qocha - Palomani Pass - Sorapata
Nevado Auzangate
Admission Ticket FreeThis day we’ll reach the highest pass during this trek, after our breakfast we will ascend to Palomani pass 5,200 meters (17,060 ft), it takes about 2 hours hike up, here our guide will make a ceremony for Apu Ausangate and you’ll feel the energy of this deity. then, we just descend for an hour to have our lunch in Uchuy Phinaya , during the afternoon we will hike for a couple hours to reach our next campsite Duration: 7 hours Distance: 13k Elevation: 4600m- 5200m - 4300m Hiking time: 6-7 hours Camp: 4500m/ 14,763ft- AccommodationsTents (Camping)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Ausangate Qocha - Palomani Pass - Sorapata
Nevado Ausangate
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’ll enjoy a nice soak and the views of the Ausangate Mountain above. Duration: 6 hours Distance: 15k Camp Elevation: 4300m (descending)- AccommodationsTents (Camping)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunchDinner
Sorapata - Qampa Pass - Pacchanta - Cusco
Aguas Termales Pacchanta
Admission Ticket FreeAfter completing the hike around Ausangate Mountain, today, after breakfast, we will have a ceremony where a local family will show us the incredibleness of their traditions by preparing local food, learning about their culture, and weaving techniques. After that, we will take the bus to drive to Cusco. Duration: 3 hours- Food And DrinksBreakfastLunch
What's included
INCLUDED
Camping equipment
Horses for equipments
Lunch (5)
Dinner (4)
Breakfast (4)
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities
Entrance fee (20 soles)
Sleeping bag
Customer reviews
Review summary
Powered by AIThe Ausangate Trek, organized by Vidal Expeditions, receives high praise for its challenging yet rewarding experience, stunning landscapes, and excellent service. Customers commend the knowledgeable and caring guides, delicious and varied meals, and well-organized logistics. Highly recommended for adventure seekers.
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Location
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Cusco, Peru
Provider
Vidal Expeditions
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