MAJESTIC AUSANGATE: GLORIOUS 3-DAY JOURNEY
3D/2N
Discover the magic in 3 unforgettable days.
Embark on a remarkable 3-day Ausangate Trek to Rainbow Mountain and the Red Valley, exploring breathtaking landscapes, vibrant lakes, and majestic peaks. Arrive first at Rainbow Mountain by 5:00 PM to enjoy a serene sunrise in solitude. Experience the stunning red valleys, turquoise lakes, and the snow-capped Ausangate amidst the vast Vilcanota Mountain Range, encountering herds of llamas and alpacas along the way. This unique adventure offers incredible views and a deep immersion in local history with few visitors around.
ITINERARIO
DAY 1: CUSCO - UPIS - ARAPA PASS - HATUN PUCACOCHA
Your adventure begins today at 5:00 am. We’ll pick you up from your hotel and transfer you via private transport for a three-hour drive to the starting point of our trek in the small town of Upis. Here, you’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast prepared by our talented chef, while taking in the breathtaking landscape. This meal will provide you with the nourishment and energy needed for the hike ahead.
Shortly after, we’ll set off and the adventure truly begins. We’ll gradually ascend over three hours toward our lunch stop. Along the way, you’ll have stunning views of the majestic Ausangate Mountain, so keep your camera ready. Upon arrival at our first stop, our team will greet you with hot herbal tea before you indulge in a delicious lunch. You’ll have time to rest and recharge before continuing the day’s hike.
Post-lunch, we’ll embark on a two-hour uphill hike to the Arapa Pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft), followed by a three-and-a-half-hour descent to Hatun Pucacocha Lake, where our camp is located. Along the way, we’ll also pass the Yanacocha Lake. You’ll be right at the foot of the mighty Ausangate Mountain, marveling at its immense beauty and icy grandeur.
Once at camp, you can warm up with some hot chocolate or coffee. Dinner will be served a little later, after which you’ll retire for a well-deserved rest.
WALKING DISTANCE:17 km / 10.56 mi
MEALS: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: Private Camps
DAY 2: HATUNPUCACOCHA - PUCACOCHA PASS - ANANTAPATA - SURINECOCHA
We’ll wake you up this morning with a hot cup of coca leaf tea to help you acclimatize and start the day perfectly. This leaf has been used for centuries for this very purpose. As you open your tent, you’ll witness the magical dawn light dancing on the enormous glacier, which glistens and sparkles in the sunlight. Following this, we’ll enjoy a delicious and nutritious breakfast to fuel our journey.
Our trek begins with a two-hour uphill climb to the Puca Pass (4,870 m / 15,977 ft). Along the way, you’ll see an eroded mountain, stunning high Andean valleys, and, if you’re lucky, the majestic condor in flight—the largest flying bird in the world. You’ll also encounter the beauty of glacial lagoons like Huchuy Pucacocha and Hatun Pucacocha, perfect for capturing memorable photos.
Later, we’ll descend for an hour and a half to Anantapata, our lunch spot, where you’ll enjoy another delicious meal. We’ll then ascend for two hours to the Warmisaya Pass (4,985 m / 16,354 ft). From this vantage point, you’ll appreciate a new angle of the sacred Ausangate Mountain, the Rainbow Mountain, and the vast Vilcanota mountain range.
Finally, we’ll descend for one hour to Surinecocha (4,800 m / 15,748 ft), where our camp is located. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with a hot drink to warm you up. Before a well-deserved night of rest, you’ll enjoy a dinner prepared by our chef and his assistant. You’ll be amazed at the culinary delights they create so high up in the mountains!
WALKING DISTANCE: 10 km / 6.21 mi
MEALS: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
ACCOMMODATION: Private Camps
DAY 3: SURINECOCHA - RAINBOW MOUNTAIN - RED VALLEY -LLACTO - CUSCO
You’re in for another early start today as our trek reaches its climax. After an energizing breakfast, we’ll set out to explore the famous Vinicunca, or Rainbow Mountain. We’ll begin with a two-hour ascent to the pass located at 5,100 m (16,732 ft). From here, you’ll be treated to a stunning view of the spectacular Rainbow Mountain, a sight so surreal it feels like a dream.
Our guide will explain the unique characteristics of these mountains. The impressive array of colors is due to sedimentary layers of minerals exposed by erosion. This natural phenomenon can only be seen in two places in the world: Peru and China. Take this opportunity to connect with the mountain’s energy and revel in the unique landscape.
After ample time to soak in the surreal scenery, we’ll walk for an hour to Llacto, where a delicious lunch awaits. We’ll conclude our day and epic adventure with a three-hour drive in our private transport, dropping you off at the door of your accommodation in Cusco.
WALKING DISTANCE: 6.5 km / 4.04 mi
MEALS: Breakfast, lunch
PRICE AND INCLUSIONS
Each trip is tailored to your specific needs and desires, so our prices vary depending on the number of people traveling, the desired level of accommodation, and the activities included, among other factors.
INCLUDE
- Transport
- Professional guide
- Meals
- Personal duffel
- Sleeping Bag
- Spacious tents, sleeping mats, dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent
- Horses to carry the group’s equipment
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast on the 1st day
- Dinner on the 3RD day
- Other services not mentioned.
ACCOMMODATIONS
We offer you an exclusive selection of our accommodations in Cusco, ensuring that you enjoy the utmost comfort and an unparalleled experience during your stay.
