Ausangate One Day Trekking High Andes Within Reach
1 day
Age 15+
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Availability 10
Are you dreaming about visiting the high snowy peaks of the Andes? Do you want to eat lunch at 4850 m. above sea level while looking at one of the most beautiful views in the Cusco region? Ausangate one day trekking. A wonderful mixture of natural wonders, local folklore, and trekking.
Main places on the routeWho is this trip for?Dates and prices
Urcos, Pacchanta, Tinki, Kordyliera Vilcanota, and base camp.
This trip is for people who:
Are looking for trekking with unique views in the high Andes
Want to reach 4850 m. above sea level but don’t have time for a multi day trek
Are not afraid to get up very early (3:20 am)
Like to travel actively
Have a minimum 2 -3 days of acclimatization
Want to learn about local folklore and see alpacas in the mountains
Are you interested in this tour, write to as and ask for the offer.
Snowy peaks and lunch at high elevations, wild alpacas, and the highest mountain within reach. The hike is not difficult, but contains several uphill sections.
We will start at 4:00 am from Cusco. After 3.5h drive by car and a short break, we will start trekking towards Base Camp. Ausangate peak looms in the distance for the whole trip providing different perspectives on its majesty. Throughout the day we will walk through a few small villages, where we will marvel at the alpacas and the mountain landscapes. We will have lunch with a view of Cordillera Vilcanota.
All along the way are the many lakes which are a part of what make the Peruvian Andes so beautiful.
Around 6:00 pm we will start driving back and will be back in Cusco 9:00 – 10:00 pm. In order to cover whole trek within one day private transport is necessary.
There is also an option to combine this trek with our great offer Rainbow Mountains and Incas bridge Qeswachaka. In this option we do not go back to Cusco, but instead stay on the road which allows us to save many hours. This extra time can be used for other attractions. If you are interested, let us know to get a quote and more details.
Trekking time: 7-8 hours Maximum elevation: 4850 m above sea level
The Peruvian Andes are waiting. Join us. Are you looking for several or even over a dozen days of trekking packages? You might be interested in our trip Lares trekking and Patacancha to Machu Picchu
Departure
Cusco
Departure Time
4:00 AM
Return Time
22:00 PM
Included
Private transport
English speaking guide
1 x breakfast, 1 x lunch
Cook
Kitchen, chairs, table
Horse for backup ridding
Horses for equipment transport
Entrance to Ausangate Park
Not Included
Tips
Hot springs on the way
Personal expenses: drinks, snacks, phone calls
Everything that is not mentioned in "Included" section
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Ausangate One Day Trekking High Andes Within Reach
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