Ausangate Trek 6 Days from Cusco
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Ausangate Trek 6 Days from Cusco

Group Size
Up to 16
Maximum altitude
3,399 m a.s.l.
Service type
Group tour
Difficulty
Medium – Difficult
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights

A minimum of 2 people is required for the Ausangate trek. The Ausangate Snow Mountain (6,398 m a.s.l.) is considered one of the most beautiful peaks in the Andes. It is an excellent trekking option in Peru due to the constant ecological variation and changing temperatures at such a high altitude. Ausangate is surrounded by picturesque mountains, glaciers, lagoons, rivers, and more. The hospitality of its people preserves ancestral knowledge and respect for nature, from the mountains to their agricultural lands, reflecting the traditional rural way of life.

Summary

Summary

  1. Day 01

    Cusco – Urcos – Tinqui

    • •Activity: Transfer by transport and first approach to Andean culture.
    • •Route: Departure from Cusco to the community of Tinqui.
    • •Experience: Small villages are observed to learn about Andean customs and traditions. A picnic is enjoyed on the outskirts of the Catca Valley.
    • •Final destination: Tinqui (3,900 m a.s.l.)
    • •Night: Camping.
    • •Climate: Cold.
    • •Travel duration: 5 hours.
  2. Day 02

    Tinqui – Upis

    • •Activity: First day of trekking.
    • •Route: Hike from Tinqui to the community of Upis.
    • •Experience: Visit to local families to appreciate their high-quality textiles, designed with Andean symbols to honor nature.
    • •Final destination: Upis (4,400 m a.s.l.)
    • •Night: Camping, with the option of hot springs.
    • •Climate: Cold.
    • •Hiking duration: Approximately 6 hours.
  3. Day 03

    Upis – Yana Cocha – Ausangate Pass – Ausangate Lake

    • •Activity: Challenging ascent day with glacial landscapes.
    • •Route: Ascent to the first pass (Arapa at 4,800 m a.s.l.), descent to Yana Cocha Lake (4,500 m a.s.l.) for a picnic, then ascent to the extreme Ausangate Pass (4,850 m a.s.l.).
    • •Experience: Trek with glacier and high-mountain views.
    • •Final destination: Ausangate Lake (4,650 m a.s.l.)
    • •Night: Camping.
    • •Climate: Cold.
    • •Hiking duration: Approximately 7 hours.
  4. Day 04

    Ausangate Lake – Palomani Pass – Jampa

    • •Activity: The most challenging day with the most spectacular views.
    • •Route: Ascent to the highest pass of the trek, Palomani Pass (5,200 m a.s.l.), with close views of the Ausangate glaciers. Descent to the Pampa de Finaya valley.
    • •Experience: Exceptional panoramic views from the highest point of the expedition.
    • •Final destination: Jampa (4,700 m a.s.l.)
    • •Night: Camping.
    • •Hiking duration: 8 hours.
  5. Day 05

    Jampa – Paso Campa – Pacchanta

    • •Activity: Another high-altitude day with a rewarding end at the hot springs.
    • •Route: Ascent to Campa Pass (5,100 m a.s.l.) and trek among numerous lagoons.
    • •Experience: Hike through high Andean lagoon landscapes.
    • •Final destination: Pacchanta (4,350 m a.s.l.)
    • •Night: Camping.
    • •Highlight experience: Hot springs and a typical regional dinner.
    • •Hiking duration: Approximately 6 hours.
  6. Day 06

    Pacchanta – Tinqui – Cusco

    • •Activity: Final return hike and transfer to Cusco.
    • •Route: Return hike from Pacchanta to the community of Tinqui.
    • •Experience: Transfer by transport from Tinqui back to the city of Cusco (3,350 m a.s.l.)
    • •Hiking duration: Approximately 3 hours
Itinerary

Itinerary

  • 1

    In the morning, we take our transport to the community of Tinqui. Along the way, we observe small villages where we learn about Andean customs and traditions. On the outskirts of the Catca Valley, it is time to enjoy a picnic. We continue to the town of Tinqui (3,900 m a.s.l.), where we spend the night camping.

    • Climate: Cold in this area.
    • Travel time: 05h00min hrs.
  • 2

    We start the day hiking to the community of Upis (4,400 m a.s.l.). Along the way, we have the opportunity to visit some families, where they show us the high quality of their textiles designed to honor nature and Andean symbols. Upis is our campsite, with the option to enjoy the hot springs.

    • Climate is cold in this area.
    • Hiking time is approximately 06h00min hrs.
  • 3

    After breakfast, we begin the morning ascent to the first pass known as Arapa (4,800 m a.s.l.), then descend to the depth of Yana Cocha (4,500 m a.s.l.), where we have our picnic. We continue ascending to the Extreme Ausangate Pass (4,850 m a.s.l.) and finally reach the edge of Ausangate (4,650 m a.s.l.), where our campsite is located.

    • Climate is cold in this area.
    • Hiking time is approximately 07h00min hrs.
  • 4

    It is the most strenuous and, at the same time, perhaps the most beautiful ascent to the highest point of this expedition: Palomani (5,200 m a.s.l.), where the view is very close to the mountains and glaciers of Ausangate. We descend to the Finaya Pampa valley and then continue to our campsite in Jampa (4,700 m a.s.l.).

    • Hiking time is approximately 08h00min hrs.
  • 5

    Another impressive ascent is Campa Pass (5,100 m a.s.l.); then, among numerous lagoons, we head to Pacchanta (4,350 m a.s.l.), where we spend the night camping. Pacchanta is where we enjoy the hot springs and a traditional regional dinner.

    • Hiking time is approximately 06h00min hrs.
  • 6

    After breakfast, we begin the walk to the community of Tinqui (3,850 m a.s.n.m.), where we take our transport back to the city of Cusco (3,350 m a.s.n.m.).

    • Hiking time is approximately 03h00min hrs.
Includes

Includes

Includes

  • ✓Transport from the hotel to the town of Tinqui (public transport by car, minimum 2 passengers)
  • ✓Transport from Tinqui to Cusco
  • ✓Entrance to Ausangate National Park
  • ✓Professional bilingual guide
  • ✓High-quality camping equipment (professional Doite Top 4 tent, extra lighting / 4.5 kg capacity for 2 passengers. Sleeping mats, dining tent with table and chairs, toilet tent)
  • ✓Meals during the tour (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks / vegetarian option available)
  • ✓Cooking equipment
  • ✓Horsemen and mules for all camping equipment and clients’ personal belongings
  • ✓Emergency horse (from 2 passengers onwards)
  • ✓First aid kit, oxygen and ropes

Not included

  • ×Breakfast on the first day
  • ×Sleeping bag (available for rent if you don’t have one)

Note: We guarantee departures for the 6-day Ausangate group tour (SIC), with a minimum of 2 passengers. Therefore, transport from Cusco to Tinqui is by public transport and the return from Tinqui to Cusco is by private transport. Request more information about the 6-day Ausangate trek.

Contact us

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General conditions

  • ✓All rates are expressed in US dollars (optional currency conversion) and are per person.
  • ✓Rates valid for Peruvians include only VAT.
  • ✓All our rates are subject to availability and changes.
  • ✓Children under 2 years and 11 months are considered INF (infants), do not pay for any service, and are not entitled to meals, bed, or seat on tours.
  • ✓DCC (child) refers to children from 3 to 10 years and 11 months, have a special rate and share a room with parents.
  • ✓Children over 11 years old are considered adults.
  • ✓Minors must travel with an identification document.
  • ✓Rates do not apply on holidays, Holy Week, long weekends, national holidays, Christmas, or New Year.

What do you need to bring?

Backpack, sleeping bag, clothing for warm and cold weather such as a waterproof jacket, wool layers, pants and trekking shoes, T-shirts, rain poncho, hat, scarf, sunscreen and alcohol gel disinfectant. Water bottle and water purification tablets. Camera (wrapped in a plastic bag), flashlight and batteries. Small snacks such as chocolate bars and dried fruits/nuts. Original passport and extra cash in soles.

FAQ

FAQ

Yes, it is of moderate to high difficulty, mainly due to the altitude.

We sleep in double camping tents (for 2 people) at five campsites.

It is very cold, especially at night. Temperatures drop to -5°C at the campsites.

It is not dangerous if you go with a guide and at a good pace. The pass is well marked and there is no risk of falls.

Price

Price

How much does it cost?

We offer different price options to suit all budgets, prices per person, expressed in US dollars.

For quotes and reservations, please email info@dreamy.tours You can also contact one of our sales executives using the phone numbers listed below; we will be happy to assist you.

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To confirm your reservation, a 50% advance payment is required, and the remaining 50% can be paid upon arrival at your destination.

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