AUSANGATE TREK 5 DAYS
Treks
TYPE TRIP
Hiking/Trekking
SEASON
April – November
DIFFICULTY
Very challenging
DISTANCE
63 km/39.146 miles
OVERVIEW
The Ausangate Trek is one of Cusco’s best options for nature and trekking lovers. It’s an epic journey through the foothills of the most important sacred mountain south of Cusco: The incredible Ausangate glacier that sits at 6,385 m / 20,948 ft.
The Ausangate snow-capped mountain was and still is one of the most important mountains since Inca times, because in the concept of the Andean man this mountain represents one of the main deities according to the Andean cult and it is also one of the main deities in the contemporary Christian cult. It is also known as Apu Ausangate.
On this amazing journey, you’ll visit remote Andean towns, enjoy relaxing hot springs and photograph the turquoise glow of beautiful crystalline lagoons dotted throughout the route. If you’re passionate about hiking in the mountains, learning about local customs and traditions, and are looking for an intense experience in remote areas of Peru, this package is perfect for you.
Route
Route
Route
Route
Route
Route
Route
Day 1. Cusco – Urcos – Tinqui – Upis
Day 2. Upis – Arapa pass – Yana cocha – Ausangate mountain edge – Ausangate Lake
Day 3. Ausangate Lake – Palomani Pass – Jampa
Day 4. Jampa – pass Campa – Pacchanta
Day 5. Pacchanta – Tinqui – Cusco
HIGHLIGHT DESTINATION
Itinerary
Day 1: Cusco - Urcos - Tinqui - Upis
We will leave Cusco early in the morning by bus. On our way to Tinqui (3900m / 12795f), we will pass small farms and enjoy the beauty of the landscape. After a small picnic in Tinqui, we will start walking towards the community of Upis (4400m / 14436f).
On the way, we will meet local families who will show us some examples of their textile work, created in honor of nature and Andean symbols. Overnight in Upis, we will have the possibility to enjoy the hot spring.
Day 2: Upis - Arapa pass - Yana cocha - Ausangate mountain edge - Ausangate Lake
After breakfast, we will ascend towards the first pass called Arapa (4800m / 15748f). Thereafter, descent towards Yana cocha and have a picnic. Our route continues ascending towards the Extreme Ausangate pass (4850m / 15912f) and ends on the shore of Ausangate lake (4650m / 15256f) where we will camp.
Day 3: Ausangate Lake - Palomani Pass - Jampa
The 3rd day is both the most beautiful and the most arduous one: we will first ascend to the highest pass of this trek called the Palomani pass (5200m / 17060f). From here, we will have an exceptional view of the mountains and glaciers of Ausangate. Thereafter, we will descend to the Finaya Pampa valley and finally arrive at our campsite called Jampa (4700m / 15420f).
Day 4: Jampa - pass Campa - Pacchanta
The highlight of this day is undoubtedly the spectacular ascent to the Campa pass (5100m / 16732f). Moreover, we will pass several beautiful lagoons on the way to our camp in Pacchanta (4350m / 14270f). Here, we will visit the hot springs and have a typical dinner.
Day 5: Pacchanta - Tinqui - Cusco
After breakfast, our journey continues to the village of Tinqui (3900m / 12795f), from where we will take a bus back to Cusco. On the way we will visit Tipon or Saylla and have a typical dish of the region, such as cuy or chicharron (roast pork) (typical dish of the region included).
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Important info
- Transportation from the hotel to the town of Tinqui.
- Return transport from Tinqui to Cusco
- Entrance fee to Ausangate Park
- Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
- High quality camping equipment (professional tents, / 4,5kgs for two people. Mattresses, dining tent with table and chairs, tent).
- Meals during the excursion (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks / vegetarian option).
- Cook and cooking equipment
- Horsemen and mules, for all our camping equipment and personal luggage (up to 8 kg.)
- First aid kit and oxygen balloon.
- Breakfast on the first day.
- Sleeping bag (if you do not have a sleeping bag, it is possible to borrow one).
- Backpack with rain coat.
- Sleeping back.
- Warm and cold weather clothing such as a waterproof jacket.
- Rain pants and light pants.
- Trekking shoes.
- slippers or sandals (for showers and thermal baths).
- Wool or synthetic socksand a sweater.
- Long and / or short-sleeved polo shirts.
- Rainponcho and a hat.
- Bathing suit (for the hot springs in Aguas Calientes).
- Sunscreen, insect repellent, alcohol disinfectant gel, water bottle and purifying tablets, toiletries and toilet paper.
- Camera (wrapped in a plastic bag), flashlight and batteries.
- Some snacks such as chocolate bars and nuts.
- Original passport, original ISIC student card and extra money in soles.
- Since the weather can be very cold and moistly, your clothes – once they have gotten wet – will not dry at night. So take some clothes to change.
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