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Ausangate Hike 3 Days to Rainbow Mountain

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Travel Duration:3 Days - 2 Nights
Availability : Daily Departures
Departure:Cusco
Max Altitude:5,038 m – 16,528 ft
Min Age : 6+
Max People : 12 per group
  • OVERVIEW

Ausangate Hike 3 Days To Rainbow Mountain

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Tour Map

It was only a few years ago that this incredible rainbow mountain in Peru called Vinicunca became known all over the world. With a massive height of 5050 meters, this impressive mountain is located approximately 100 km from the city of Cusco and within the same Andean mountain range as the Sacred Mountain Ausangate. This mountain range extends between 2 communities called Pitumarca and Cusipata that are located within the Cusco region. Vinicunca has a spectacular panorama among its geographical matrices that decorate the horizon and it is impossible to express in words the natural beauty of this magical place.

ausangate: The Vilcanota Mountain Range is located in the mountain range 100 km south of Cusco and is part of the Andes mountain range in Peru. This Sacred Mountain or “Apu” as it is known locally, reaches 6,384 meters high. The area is inhabited by agricultural communities, whose livestock are native llamas and alpacas, domesticated many years ago. These communities are one of the few remaining high-altitude agricultural societies in the world.

The Ausangate hike 3 days is one of the most famous mountain tours in the Cusco region. The natural geography of the territory and the warmth of its people will make this walk a unique and unforgettable experience. The endless glaciers, colorful lagoons and picturesque valleys are home to a wide variety of wildlife including chinchillas, vicuñas, Andean foxes and condors, as well as the famous rainbow mountain of Vinicunca.

The highlight of the Ausangate Hike 3 Days To Rainbow Mountain

  • Learn about the textile tradition of the Andes of Ausangate, where they capture their sacred symbols in their outfits.
  • See the best part of the ice-covered Ausangate Mountain and the diverse mountain landscape of the Vilcanota mountain range.
  • Camp along the wild mountain slopes, where we can savor quiet nights under a star-filled sky.
  • End your trip to the impressive Rainbow Mountains of Peru, you will be surprised by the formation of its natural colors.
  • Connect your body and mind with the best energy of the (Apus), sacred mountains.
  • Discover the ancestral paths of the Quechuas during the 3-day Ausangate hike.
  • ITINERARY

DAY 1Cusco - Upis - Yanacocha

Places we will arrive
Cusco
Upis
Arapa pass
Yanacocha
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ausangate llamas

Very early in the morning we will go to its hotel to leave for the community of Hauran, this will be the beginning of the walk

We pick you up from your hotel at 4:30 am to leave the city of Cusco, then we will have three and a half hours of driving to reach the town of Upis, on the way we will see picturesque towns, and we will stop a couple of times to enjoy the landscapes, once we arrive at Upis (the trailhead, 4,350 m/ 14,272 ft) we will meet our local muleteers and horses and prepare for the adventure, we will walk gradually uphill for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes following the mountainous valley inhabited by llamas and alpacas with spectacular views of Ausangate as a backdrop to reach the lunch spot located at Pamparapa (4,600 m / 15,092 ft).

Today we will have lunch in a very picturesque place with Mount Ausangate in the background. After eating the delicious food, we will still walk for about 3 hours and 30 minutes to reach the first camp, called Yana Qocha 4,650 m/15,256 ft, from the lunch place we will walk for two hours to reach the first pass called Arapa pass 4,800 m/ 15,748 feet, at this point, we will be impressed with impressive views of eroded mountains and highland valleys.

Then we will walk downhill for 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the camp, a place with impressive views of Ausangate Hill. Lunch and dinner included.

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Accommodation: Camps
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Walking Distance: 12 km / 7 miles
  • Highest Elevation: 4,800 m / 15,748 ft
  • Campsite Elevation: 4,400 m / 14,435 ft

DAY 2Yanacocha - Hananta - Surinicocha

Places we will arrive
Pucacocha
Pucacocha pass
Hananta
Surinicocha
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In the morning we will have a beautiful sunrise on the top of imposing rocks and mountains, we will enjoy this view while we have breakfast, after breakfast we will begin to walk along a level trail (up and down) this section of the trail is one of the most picturesque, as that blue and turquoise lagoons surround the lower part of the massif of Mount Ausangate 6,384 m / 20,945 ft, the highest mountain in Cusco.

After walking for 1 hour and 30 minutes, we will start walking on a zigzag trail to the next pass at 5,000 m / 16,404 ft. In which we will enjoy the spectacular views of the Vilcanota mountain range going in different directions, colorful hills. and the peaks of the glaciers. From this pass, we will walk downhill to reach the valley part and follow the valley until we reach our lunch spot located at the place called Ananta 4,650 m/ 15,256 ft.

After lunch, we will continue walking uphill for 2 hours to reach the next pass called Warmisaya at 5,000 m/16,404 ft from this place, we will be able to see the Rainbow Mountain at a greater distance and the views are still very impressive. The last section is downhill for 30 minutes to reach the second camp located at Surinicocha 4,680 m / 15,354 ft. All meals included.

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  • Accommodation: Camps
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Walking Distance: 12 km / 7 miles
  • Highest Elevation: 5,000 m – 16,404 ft
  • Campsite Elevation: 4,680 m – 15,354 ft

DAY 3Surinicocha - Rainbow Mountain - Cusco

Places we will arrive
Surinicocha
Rainbow Mountain
Red Valley
Pitumarca
Cusco
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Prepare for an extraordinary day as we embark on a trail that offers stunning views of Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley. Our trip begins with a 1 hour and 30 minute hike from our campsite, which takes us to our first destination, Rainbow Mountain. Once we arrive, we will have plenty of time to fully immerse ourselves in the beauty of this extraordinary place.

After contemplating the splendor of Rainbow Mountain, we will continue our walk towards the Red Valley, a captivating and unmissable place. This valley has stunning views showing pale reddish valleys, mountains and hills, transporting you to a different world. Upon reaching the viewpoint, we will have enough time to enjoy the impressive landscape.

As our adventure comes to an end, we will descend for approximately 30 minutes, reaching the end of the trail. Here we will say goodbye to our muleteers and cook, thanking them for their help throughout the journey. Finally, we will board our transportation back to the city of Cusco, reflecting on the unforgettable experiences and picturesque landscapes we encountered along the way.

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Walking Distance: 6 km / 3.72 miles
  • Highest Elevation: 5,050 m – 16,568 ft
  • Campsite Elevation: Not
  • TRIP INFO
Inclusions
Trip Checklist
Before You Go

High Quality Service & Safety

  • Pre-departure briefing
  • Experienced Guide speaks English and Spanish
  • A professional chef
  • First Aid Kit
  • Private Camping Equipment
  • One duffle bag per person
  • Customer Service 24/7

Permits & Entrance Tickets

  • Entrance Ticket to Ausangate hike 3 days
  • Entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain

Transportation

  • DAY 1: Private transportation from your hotel in Cusco to the start of the trek.
  • Horses, and muleteers; cargo mules will carry your (7 kg / 15.4 lb) personal items
  • DAY 3: Private transportation from the end of the hike to your hotel in cusco.

Meals

  • Meals: 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, and 2 Dinners
  • Food: Vegetarian and vegan available
  • Water
  • Wake up tea
  • Tea Time or Happy Hour
  • Snacks on the trail daily
  • Products for hygiene

Accommodation

  • Personal accommodation in private campsites.

Extra inclusions

  • Emergency horse to ride
  • PRO Air sleeping pad
  • Sleeping bag
  • Trekking stick
  • Extra oxygen

What Is Not Included?

  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips for our staff
  • Additional costs or delays out of control of the management
  • Original passport
  • Hiking shoes
  • Waterproof jacket/rain poncho
  • Clothes for the cold weather
  • Hat and gloves
  • T-shirts
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle
  • Snack for the hike
  • Comfortable pants
  • Sun hat
  • Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
  • Toiletries and hand sanitizer
  • Personal medication
  • Camera and film with extra batteries
  • Flashlight
  • Backpack

Information Before leaving for the Ausangate hike 3 days to rainbow mountain

We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and easy as possible. In this section you will find quick answers to all those questions you had about Ausangate hike 3 days to rainbow mountain in one place. Please read the following information carefully; will help you with any questions about our services.

Briefing or informative meeting

All briefings take place at your hotel at 6:30 p.m., one night before the tour begins. If you cannot attend, you must coordinate another schedule at the (Peru Travel Luxury) offices. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes and there they will give you a small canvas bag, in which you will store all the belongings that you intend to take on the walk and that will not be in your backpack.

Duffel bag or canvas case:

You will receive a canvas case or duffle bag during the briefing. The muleteers will carry them along the road and deliver them to you when you arrive at each camp. They measure 66 cm / 2 feet long x 36 cm / 1 foot wide.

A maximum of 8 kg is allowed per canvas bag, in which you can put your clothes or personal items that you need to do this hike.

Payment of Trek Balance (in Cusco)

The trek has to be paid for in full by at least 7.30 pm two days before departure. For example, if your tour departs on a Wednesday, then you must come to our office before 7.30 pm on Monday.

It would be much appreciated if you pay the trek balance in cash US dollars or local currency. You can withdraw some money from several ATMs along Avenida Sol (either in US dollars or local Peruvian Soles). You can pay by credit card or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay an 8% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. We do not accept bank checks or payment of the balance by traveler’s checks.

Storing your luggage at our Office.

Of course! During the travel, your main luggage can be stored at our office(you can organize briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.

Any equipment that you are not going to need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (In the unlikely case of theft many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing all the items). Best put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.

Pickups:

Peru Travel Luxury company can pick you up from your hotel, as long as it’s in the Historic Center of Cusco. The pickup time will be coordinated with your guide in the briefing. The pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic. Cusco is a very old city, therefore, it has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs may be located on streets without access to cars or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. We strongly recommend that you book accommodation with good access.

Group tours:

Group tours are made up of different types of people. Physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if said modifications can be made.

Strikes and demonstrations:

Strikes and demonstrations are usually frequent in Peru and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your excursion as planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date. Under these circumstances, tours may also be cancelled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority and our decisions will be made to protect it.

Lost objects:

You’re responsible for your objects during the tour. Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our trucks, tents, or restaurants.

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Leonardo Mansell

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Excellent trek with the company Peru Travel luxury – recommended
I really liked this trek and I can recommend Peru Trek as a travel agency, they were a wonderful team. They took very good care of me and were flexible to adapt the itinerary when I had some altitude sickness at first. Very patient and professional! Don’t hesitate to contact them.

December 20, 2024
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