Ausangate Trek 3 Days – Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley

Discover the magic in 3 unforgettable days.

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Ausangate trek 3 days is an unforgettable adventure through breathtaking landscapes, turquoise lakes, and majestic mountains. This 3-day journey includes the famous Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca) and the surreal Red Valley, allowing you to enjoy these wonders before the crowds arrive. Additionally, you’ll experience authentic Andean culture by interacting with local communities and observing herds of alpacas and llamas in their natural habitat. Perú Travel

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ITINERARY Ausangate Trek 3 Days

DAY 1: CUSCO - UPIS - ARAPA PASS - HATUN PUCACOCHA

DAY 1: CUSCO – UPIS – ARAPA PASS – HATUN PUCACOCHA

🕓 Early departure: We pick you up from your hotel in Cusco at 5:00 a.m. in private transport. After approximately 3 hours, we arrive at the small village of Upis (3,850 m), where we meet our team of horsemen and horses. Here, we enjoy a hot breakfast with a view of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain.

🥾 Start of the hike: We begin the hike with a gradual ascent of about 3 hours to the lunch spot, surrounded by mountains and lakes. After lunch, we continue hiking for approximately 2 hours towards the Arapa Pass (4,800 m), from where we can appreciate impressive landscapes of the Vilcanota mountain range.

🏕️ Camp at Hatun Pucacocha: We descend towards the Yanacocha and Hatun Pucacocha lakes, surrounded by glaciers and snow-capped peaks. We arrive at the campsite next to Hatun Pucacocha lake, where we spend the night in comfortable tents. Our cook prepares a hot dinner, and we can observe the stars in a clear and pure sky at high altitude.

📏 Distance: 17 km
⛰️ Minimum altitude: 3,850 m
⛰️ Maximum altitude: 4,800 m
🕒 Hiking time: 7–8 hours

DAY 2: HATUNPUCACOCHA - PUCACOCHA PASS - ANANTAPATA - SURINECOCHA

DAY 2: HATUNPUCACOCHA – PUCACOCHA PASS – ANANTAPATA – SURINECOCHA

🌄 We begin the day early with a hot drink delivered to your tent. As the sunlight hits the snowy peaks, you’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast with incredible views of Ausangate.

🥾 Our hike starts with a 2-hour ascent to Puca Pass (4,870 m), offering breathtaking views of the turquoise Huchuy and Hatun Pucacocha lakes. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by the raw beauty of the Andes.

🍽️ After a gradual descent, we reach Anantapata where we’ll stop for lunch in a peaceful valley. Then, following a well-deserved rest, we continue uphill to Warmisaya Pass (4,985 m), the highest point of the day. From here, you’ll catch your first distant glimpse of Rainbow Mountain.

⛺ We end the day descending a winding trail to our private campsite in Surinecocha, located next to a tranquil lake. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed with hot water, a delicious dinner, and a calm night under the stars.

📌 Distance: 10 km

📍 Max altitude: 4,985 m

⏱ Estimated hiking time: 6–7 h

DAY 3: SURINECOCHA - RAINBOW MOUNTAIN - RED VALLEY -LLACTO - CUSCO

DAY 3: SURINECOCHA – RAINBOW MOUNTAIN – RED VALLEY -LLACTO – CUSCO

🌅 We start early to enjoy the serenity of the morning. After a nutritious breakfast, we begin the 2-hour ascent to Rainbow Mountain, reaching the trek’s highest point at 5,100 m.

📸 From the viewpoint, you’ll admire spectacular panoramic views of the Vinicunca ridge and the distant Ausangate glacier. Your guide will explain the geology, history, and cultural significance of this sacred site, famous for its natural rainbow-striped appearance.

📷 After capturing unforgettable photos without crowds, we descend to Llacto village. Here, we’ll enjoy our final group lunch together.

🚐 Lastly, we return in our private transport to Cusco, arriving around 4:00 p.m. and dropping you off directly at your hotel.

📌 Distance: 6.5 km

📍 Max altitude: 5,100 m

⏱ Estimated hiking time: 3–4 h

PRICE AND INCLUSIONS Ausangate Trek 3 Days

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

Professional bilingual guide (Spanish – English), specialized in high mountain trekking and first aid
Pick-up from hotel in Cusco and private transport to Upis (starting point of the hike)
Private return transport from Llacto to Cusco
Pack horses to carry group luggage (7 kg per person included)
Horseman responsible for handling the horses
Complete camping equipment:
- Personal tents (2 people per tent, 4-season, cold-resistant)
- Dining tent with table and chairs
- Kitchen tent
- Private toilet tent for the group
  
  Foam sleeping mat
  
  2 nights camping in private areas:
- Hatun Pucacocha (Day 1)
- Surinecocha (Day 2)
- All meals during the trek:
- 3 breakfasts
- 3 lunches
- 2 dinners
- Daily snacks
  
  Professional cook and kitchen staff
First aid kit with oxygen
Official entrance to Ausangate Park
Official entrance to Rainbow Mountain (Vinicunca)
Boiled and filtered water to refill bottles from the second day onward

NOT INCLUDED

Sleeping bag (available for rent: USD $10 for the entire tour)
Extra inflatable mattress (optional, rental: USD $10)
Trekking poles (rental: USD $10 per pair)
First day breakfast (recommended to bring something or eat before pick-up)
Last day dinner (you return to Cusco around 4:00 p.m.)
Travel or personal accident insurance
Emergency or riding horse (optional, can be arranged in advance for an additional cost)

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.