Ausangate Trek 5 days
Ausangate Trek 5 days
5 Days Short Hike
Ausangate Trek 5 days Overview
Trip Details:
Itinerary Ausangate Trek 5 days
Day 1 - Cusco - Urcos - Tinqui - Upis - Pasar Arapa - Yanacocha.
We leave Cusco by bus early in the morning. Traveling to the summit of the community of Tinqui (4050m), passing by small farms.
After a short stop to pack your bags and organize your things, we set off towards the town of Upis (4400 m).
The goal here is to take a moment from lunch and experience the beautiful hills and waterfront of Ausangate. After lunch, we continue the trek to the Arapa Pass (4800m / 15748f). From there the descent towards Yana Cocha (4500 m) where we go to the camp.
- Delivery time: 03 hours.
- Journey time: 6 hours. Highest point: 4800 m
Day 2. Yanacocha - Pucacocha Pass - Anantapata .
After breakfast, we discover amazing lakes and different kinds of colors from the ascent of the Pucacocha pass ( 4900m ). From there we continue the descent towards Anantapata (4500m / 14.763ft) where our camp will be. Our day will be full of snowy landscapes and mountains.
- cold temperature
- Journey time: 7 hours
- Highest point: 4900 m
Day 3.- Anantapata - Mountain of Colors (Vinicunca) - Laguna Cocha Ausangate.
After breakfast, we headed to another part of the mountain. As we descend, we cross Lake Kayrawiri surrounded by rugged Andean mountains and valleys. Then we will cross Cerro Grande and see the most amazing colors in the Vinicunca and Yauricunca sediments . Our lunch will be here in this unique landscape. We see hundreds of Andean geese nesting on the cliffs and then back to Lake Ananta Ausangate (4650m / 15256f) and our camp.
- Journey time: 7 hours
- Highest point: 5200 m
Day 4.- Ausangate Cocha Lake - Palomani Pass - Jampa
We start from our highest mountain campsite (5100 / 16,732 feet). With a panoramic view of Ausangate, we descend along the glaciers, ascend to Pampa Finaya , where we see the king of camelids such as alpacas, llamas, wild vicuñas and sometimes condors. After a day of hiking we will arrive in Jampa (4700m / 15420f) where our camp will be.
- Journey time: 7 hours
Day 5.- Jampa - Campa Pass - Pacchanta - Cusco
The highlight of this day is undoubtedly the spectacular climb to Campa (5050m). On the other hand, on the way to Pacchanta (4350m / 14.270ft) we pass several beautiful lakes. Here we visit the thermal springs and have a typical lunch. After a relaxing bath in the thermal springs, we return to Cusco by bus.
- approximate distance :. 6 hours.
- Delivery time: 4 hours.
- Highest point: 5050 m
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Prices in Private Service
| Number of persons | Price per person |
Prices in Group Service
Included
- 4 nights in a tent
- Professional and specialized guides on the Apu Ausangate trail
- Private transport
- 5 breakfasts; 5 lunches 4 dinners
- Explore the alternative route of Apu Ausangate
- Explore the Apu Ausangate lagoons
- All the rumors
- all transport
- tents
- horse for emergencies
- camping equipment
- Not included
- Tips for guides and assistants
- Extras (water, snacks, items listed in the itinerary)
No Included
What To Bring
- Waterproof layer of the backpack
- Baggy pants are best long
- Down jacket and waterproof jacket.
- gloves and hat.
- thick form .
- Microfiber or wool socks.
- sunscreen and glasses.
- original passport.
- cleaning pads .
- Personal hygiene items .
- Flashlight with spare battery.
- Sleeping bag.
Extra money for tips to guides, cooks and porters
Travel Guide
Ausangate (6,333 m above sea level) is located in the heart of the eastern Andes south of Cusco and is considered the Apu or tutelary deity of the rural peoples of the Andes in southern Peru. We asphalt a road with a part that is the access to this fixed one, we take the road to Tinki . You must be in good physical shape for this trek as it can take seven to twelve days and you will also experience variations in altitude and temperature.
Experience as an agency becomes a safe business and you can always rely on our services, just like local tour guides. You can see both a spectacular Andean landscape and the Quechua peoples who continue to live in typical ways (development of municipal agriculture and breeding of llamas, alpacas, vicuñas, etc.).
Ausangate Trek 3 Days is for those who have trekking experience and don’t have much time; You walk most of the day. You will traverse 3 mountain passes, pass hundreds of wandering alpacas and llamas, and traverse wonderfully varied panoramas that change daily from snow-capped peaks to neon-red desert mountains and swampy pampas. The real reward, however, is when you reach Rainbow Mountain, hidden deep in the Andes. This mountain represents a rainbow and is so captivating. It will completely surprise you.
Highlights of Ausangate Trek 3 days
The 3-day Ausangate trek features a wide variety of wildlife, including condors, alpacas, condors, vizcachas, Andean geese, vicuñas, bobcats and pumas. Our camps offer impressive views of Ausangate from different angles and you also have the option to bathe in the hot springs on the first day and enjoy the typical rainbow mountains of the trek. The colorful mountains of the Vinicunca region are probably the most amazing thing you will see in Peru!
Why book the 3-day Ausangate Walk with us?
- You will stay in our cabins and shelters.
- Our route is specially designed to acclimate to altitude, so start a challenging hike.
- We offer a group discount.
- Horses carry all the equipment and supplies to help you pack.
- We do not share the Ausangate Trek 3 Day Trek service with any other company.
- Small groups of 2 to 8 people maximum . This fact differentiates us from other tour operators that carry larger groups.
- We are a 100% local travel agency and fully licensed Ausangate operator.
- Our guides pride themselves on being up to date and having an extensive continuing professional development program . We like to show how fascinating and surprising the excursion to Ausangate is.
Frequently Asked Questions Ausangate Trek 5 days
How difficult is the journey to Apu Ausangate?
With several viaducts of over 5,000 meters, the path to Apu Ausangate is considered to be quite difficult. The hike is rated C, which means it is quite a long trail and many sections are elevated. A good level of fitness and endurance is required to overcome many steep passes where the altitude changes dramatically in a short time. The trail itself is very good and well structured.
This hike is probably not suitable for hikers without previous training. If you are a good hiker and have already done moderate hikes, you should be fine. In the higher regions it can often get very rough and thunderstorms are not uncommon.
What is the best time to do the Ausangate Trek?
The walk through the Ausangate is recommended between May and November. December to April is the rainy season in Peru, so the passes may be blocked by snow.
From June to August it can get very cold at night, but you get nice clear skies in return. From September to November it is less cold at night.
How difficult is the Ausangate Trek?
The Ausangate Trek is challenging. It is much more difficult than the Inca Trail. This is due to the altitude. They both camp higher and walk higher than the Inca Trail. In fact, stay above 4,000m for the entire trek: the highest pass is 5,200m / 17,060ft and the highest is 4,585m / 15,038ft
How difficult is the journey to Apu Ausangate?
With several viaducts of over 5,000 meters, the path to Apu Ausangate is considered to be quite difficult. The hike is rated C, which means it is quite a long trail and many sections are elevated. A good level of fitness and endurance is required to overcome many steep passes where the altitude changes dramatically in a short time. The trail itself is very good and well structured.
This hike is probably not suitable for hikers without previous training. If you are a good hiker and have already done moderate hikes, you should be fine. In the higher regions it can often get very rough and thunderstorms are not uncommon.
What is the best time to do the Ausangate Trek?
The walk through the Ausangate is recommended between May and November. December to April is the rainy season in Peru, so the passes may be blocked by snow.
From June to August it can get very cold at night, but you get nice clear skies in return. From September to November it is less cold at night.
How difficult is the Ausangate Trek?
The Ausangate Trek is challenging. It is much more difficult than the Inca Trail. This is due to the altitude. They both camp higher and walk higher than the Inca Trail. In fact, stay above 4,000m for the entire trek: the highest pass is 5,200m / 17,060ft and the highest is 4,585m / 15,038ft
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