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Ausangate Peru trek 2 days is one of the most beautiful places with large lagoons around it of green, bright blue color and, observe the incredible wildlife of several species along with its local Andean fauna of alpacas, llamas of the Andes mountain range From Peru. Ausangate stands out as one of the highest mountains in the Cusco region and is also an important cultural center for the Andean communities, each year they make huge pilgrimages to the mountain and this has been a custom for centuries, the Ausangate Nevado the highest peak. It is high at (6384 masl) accompanied by its Vinicunca mountain known as the famous Rainbow Mountain at more than (5000 masl), the charm of this mountain comes from its incredible different colors, there is also the red valley.
During this Ausangate peru trek 2 days, you will get closer to nature and feel a unique connection while observing the impressive views that surround the mountain of colors.
Be the first to get to this place!
For the ausangate peru trek 2 days, very early at 4:30 a.m., we pick you up from your hotel in Cusco, then we will drive for approximately 3 hours to the beginning of the trail called Qusiyuno (4,400 m / 14,436 feet), a small community Andean with houses scattered in distances, at this point is where our cook. You will prepare a nutritious and delicious breakfast while you pack your backpack to start the hike. We will have breakfast with stunning views around us. After breakfast, we will begin to hike following a path that gradually rises, we will begin to see hills painted with reddish soil, large landscapes, the Ausangate massif in the distance, and also alpacas, llamas and wildlife.
After hiking for 3 hours, we will reach the Pukaqocha pass located at (5,000 m / 16,404 ft), a perfect place to see most of the impressive Ausangate mountain with blue lagoons on the skirt part and other impressive views of the valleys from the highlands. Mountains, red hills elsewhere, this point will probably be one of the highlights of your adventure. From this pass, we will hike downhill to reach the part of the valley, once in the valley, we will hike through the valley, upon arrival we will enjoy a freshly prepared lunch
After having lunch we will walk uphill for approximately 3 hours until we reach the Minasniyuc pass (5,050 masl / 16,568 fals) and from this point in the distance we can already appreciate the rainbow mountain, once we have appreciated the views we will begin to descend for approximately 30 minutes to our camp next to the Surine Qocha lagoon and upon arrival we will enjoy our happy hour and the delicious dinner prepared by our cook.
In the morning we will have the wake-up tea in our tents with coca leaves and afterwards the nutritious breakfast to go to explore the Rainbow Mountain and probably the most important day.
We will start our hike early in the morning to beat the big crowds and be the first. After having some hot drinks, we will hike for about 1 hour uphill until we reach Rainbow Mountain, savor the unique views of Rainbow Mountain (5,050 m / 16,568ft) while enjoying some hot drinks.
After having enough time to enjoy this site, we will walk downhill towards the Red Valley (a natural attraction out of reality) once we have appreciated the incredible views we will descend until we reach the end of the trail. Where we will have our last lunch, and we will take our private transport back to Cusco that will leave us at the door of our hotel.
The night before your trip to Ausangate peru trek 2 days, information meetings are held at your hotel at 6 pm with your trekking guide. And if you cannot attend at this time, you must arrange to do it at another time.
During the breffing you will receive your duffel bag for your belongings that you intend to take on the hike, which will not be in your backpack.
These informational meetings last approximately 30 to 40 minutes.
You will receive a duffel bag during your briefing, where you will pack the necessary things for the Ausangate peru trek 2 days, the maximum weight you must carry is 6 kilos. All duffel bags will be carried by the horses or porters and will only be available at your campsite every day (morning and afternoon). Any items that are necessary during the hike should be packed in your backpack.
Duffel bags measure (2ft / 66cm long) x (1ft / 36cm wide).
During the trip, you need a day pack big enough to carry your personal belongings like a warm jacket, raincoat, camera, sunscreen, snacks, water, etc. Generally, a 30 to 50 liter backpack is sufficient.
The trek you have booked must be paid in full at the time of breifing or days before departure.
We would greatly appreciate it if you would pay the balance of the trip in cash in US dollars or in local currency. To withdraw here in Cusco we have several ATMs along Av. El Sol (either in US dollars or in 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 with traveler’s checks.
Our PERU TREK Company transports will pick you up from your hotel, as long as you are in the Historic Center of Cusco. Pick-up time will be coordinated with your guide at the briefing. The pick-up time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic.
Cusco is a very old city, therefore it has many narrow and cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnb may be located on streets with no car access or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to carry luggage. We strongly recommend that you book an accommodation with good access.
Average daytime temperatures in and around Cusco generally range between 55º and 75º F and cool to 40º and 50º at night. Much of this itinerary takes place in the mountains, where the climate can change very quickly and night temperatures regularly drop to 30º and 40º. During the “dry season”, the days are usually clear and pleasant, with clouds in the afternoon that occasionally accumulate and cause small amounts of rain, and the morning temperatures usually oscillate between 35º and 45º with some frost on the tents. Plains in some places. While April and November departures may experience slightly higher amounts of rain, rain throughout the day is unusual. We will hike up several mountain passes that are over 15,000 ft / 4600 m,
therefore you have to bring the necessary things for the Ausangate trek 2 days.
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 agree that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, everyone can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wants to modify the route; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if such modifications can be made.
It is very important to be well acclimatized to the altitude before exerting yourself on a hike. We recommend that you arrive in Cusco at least 2 or 3 days before the trek begins to help you acclimatize and avoid possible problems with altitude sickness during the trek.
Suppose you have already been to another area of Peru at a high altitude before arriving in Cusco. In that case, we still recommend that you have a full day in Cusco to rest, recover from your trip and fully enjoy your trek and have a unique experience.
Of course! During the trip, your main luggage can be stored in our office (you can coordinate during the day of the briefing or by email) or at your hotel, both for free.
Any equipment you don’t need on the trek can be safely stored at your hotel. Almost all hotels will offer this service. Do not leave valuables with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and get an itemized receipt (in the unlikely event of theft, many insurance companies require you to have a copy of the receipt with all items). It’s best to put items like credit cards in a sealed and signed envelope for added peace of mind.
Strikes and demonstrations are often frequent in Peru, and this can interrupt some of our planned tours. They can block the roads and take control of the railroad tracks. However, we will try to keep your tour as planned, even if it means leaving the night before your scheduled date. In these circumstances, tours can also be canceled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our top priority and decisions will be made appropriately.
You are responsible for your personal belongings during the Ausangate trek 2 days. Please pay attention to where you leave your belongings and remember to take everything once you leave your bus, tents, and restaurants.
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We did one of the best hikes in the Ausangate mountain range. It was a unique experience and the best so far in my life.
Our guide Edgar did an excellent job, helping us with everything we needed to know about Peruvian culture, our chef Daniel impressed us every day with delicious dishes, the equipment used in the camps was very comfortable, in general everything was perfect.
I recommend that you spend at least 2 days in Cusco for a good acclimatization before starting your hike to the rainbow mountain and Ausangate snow-capped mountain. I thank Peru Trek for all the support provided during my stay in Cusco; of course I recommend them.
We hired peru trek service to hike the Ausangate snowy peak, we had the full package which includes everything in your tour so you don’t need to pay extra, it took us 2 days to climb from 4,300 to 5,000 meters, honestly it’s a very challenging hike however, it’s worth it!
The views are amazing, lakes, valleys, glaciers and lots of snow covered mountains, llamas and alpacas everywhere make it an unreal place.
The food and camping equipment were excellent and in good condition, they always take care of everyone in the group….
We will definitely recommend them!
The Ausangate tour was an unforgettable experience and we owe it all to Peru Trek, which has an excellent reputation for professionalism and attention to detail. They offer well-organized packages and their guides have a great knowledge of Incan history and culture. They are a reliable choice for exploring these stunning destinations.
The scenery on this trek is simply spectacular, with glaciers, colorful lagoons, and stunning snow-capped mountains. The hike is challenging, but every step is worth it. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and gave us a lot of information about the local culture and geography. Thank you so much Peru Trek!
I planned this trip to this enigmatic place of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain a long time ago; so many circumstances happened that I always had to abort the trip, but you should never give up; until the right time came to take the walk.
It was a unique 2-day experience, bordering the Ausangate snow-capped mountain.
I thank the travel agency Peru Trek; for organizing this tour, the guide Julio for his support and patience, and the support team that always had the food and camping tents ready.
We did the 2-day tour of Ausangate, Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley. The tour was private, the guide Edgar was very kind and professional, the whole trip was well organized and the food was delicious during the excursion.
I thank the Peru Trek travel agency for this beautiful experience and I recommend it.