Ausangate Trek 5 Days 4 Nights

Duration

5 Days

Type of tour

Trekking

Difficulty

Medium

Best time

April - October

Undoubtedly the Ausangate trek offers some of Cusco’s wonderful scenery, with many glaciers, high mountain lakes, wildlife and also birds. It is one of the most difficult hikes in the region with three high passes at over 5,000 meters. Apu Ausangate dominates the skyline south of Cusco. As we approach the highest points; it is increasingly impressive and you will fully understand why the ancient Incas held this spectacular mountain at such a high peak. Throughout the Ausangate trekking circuit we will pass through local villages, where people dress in their traditional costumes.

General information

DAY 1: START THE TREK

Cusco – Tinqui – Upis

Pick up from your hotel.
From Cusco to Tinqui in private transportation.
3 hours trekking.
You will see and capture beautiful pictures of the Vilcanota Mountain Range.
2 hour hike to enjoy the thermal baths.
Dinner and briefing for the next day.
DAY 2: OBSERVE DIFFERENT LAKES

Upis – Lake Ausangate Q’ocha

We will cross the first 4850 meters above sea level.
We will descend for 3 and a half hours.
Enjoy the views of the lakes Puqa Q’ocha and Jatun Puqa Q’ocha.
Continue climbing to the second pass Apuchata 4900 meters above sea level.
Dinner and briefing for the next day.
DAY 3. WE GO TO THE HIGHEST POINT !

Ausangate Q’ocha Lake – Qampa

Energetic breakfast.
We will climb to the third Palomani pass 5200 meters above sea level.
We descend 3 hours and a half.
You will see snow-capped mountains.
Continue through green valley to Q’ampa River.
Dinner and briefing for the next day.
DAY 4. LAST PASS

Q’ampa – Pacchanta

Breakfast.
We will go to the last pass at 5000 meters above sea level.
Enjoy the views of the colorful lakes.
Hot springs.
Free afternoon.
Dinner and briefing for the next day.
DAY 5. WE RETURN TO CUSCO

Pacchanta – Cusco

Delicious breakfast.
We will hike for 3 hours to Tinqui.
Free time to explore the traditional Andean village of Tinqui.
Take our private transportation to Cusco.

Itinerary

Included

Information prior to departure in Cusco.
Professional bilingual guide (2 guides for groups of more than 10 people).
Pick up from your hotel in the morning (we will pick you up from wherever you are).
Private transportation from Cusco to Tinqui (the beginning of the trek) and return at the end of the trek.
Entrance fee to Ausangate mountain.
Sleeping tents – 2 people in a tent; capacity of 4 people. This will allow for greater comfort, and also storage of backpacks.
Air mattress.
Cook and cooking equipment (Assistants are provided for larger groups).
All meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 snacks (hot drinks, cookies and popcorn) and 4 dinners.
Pack animals (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment) – days 1 to 5
Pack animals to carry personal gear, up to a maximum of 7 kg per person (including sleeping bag and sleeping mat) – day 1 to 5.
Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing / boiled water to fill your water bottle every morning and evening, and also at lunch time if requested with enough time in advance
First aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle.
Vegetarian/special dietary options available.
Private transportation from Tinqui to Cusco.

Not Included

Sleeping bag.
Breakfast on the first day and lunch on the last day in Aguas Calientes.
Extra horse to ride or for any extra backpack.

What to bring?

Original passport
Insurance card is essential.
Waterproof hiking boots (with ankle protectors).
Waterproof jacket or rain poncho.
Warm jacket.
Hat and gloves.
T-shirts.
Comfortable pants.
Rain pants.
Sun hat, bathing suit (for the hot springs of Santa Teresa and Aguas Calientes).
Sun block (factor 35 recommended) the sun is strong.
Insect repellent 40% DEET (for mosquitoes).
Water bottle.
Water purification tablets (Micropur recommended).
Toilet paper.
Personal medications.
Camera and extra batteries.
Flashlight with extra batteries.
Extra money for tips for porters, cooks, guides and for any emergency (300 soles).

You can rent in our office:

Hiking poles (20.00 dollars per person) for the entire trek.
Sleeping bag (25.00 dollars per person) for the whole trek.

Prices

PRICE: PERSON $ .620.00 AMERICAN DOLLARS. MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS.

DEPARTURE DAYS ACCORDING TO YOUR REQUEST.

PRIVATE SERVICE
GROUP SIZE ACCORDING TO YOUR REQUEST for people who want a personalized and exclusive service.

All inclusive + description here.

Private groups include additional services such as horses to ride and carry your personal luggage, walking sticks, extra food and water along the hike.

PRICE: PERSON $ .680.00 AMERICAN DOLLARS. MINIMUM 2 PASSENGERS.

DEPARTURE DAYS UPON REQUEST.