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Ausangate trek 3 days is a short hike that will take you to the rainbow mountain and the red valley, through impressive landscapes and colorful lakes. If you are looking to see the best part of the rainbow mountain and at the same time get to know the Ausangate mountain this 3 day trek is perfect for you, as you will be the first to arrive at the rainbow mountain around 5:00 PM. You will also enjoy the sunrise without people around you.
The solid ice of Ausangate, the red valleys, the colorful mountains, the turquoise lakes and the impressive peaks of the Ausangate snow-capped mountain make this adventure unique. Due to its lesser known location, the area receives relatively few visitors. This means that you can experience local history almost on your own, surrounded by nothing but spectacular views and mountains stretching across the Vilcanota Mountain Range. Spectacular views of the Andes are found throughout the trek in Ausangate, a journey full of incredible stories, breathtaking views, herds of llamas/alpacas and a visit to Rainbow Mountain.
Your exciting experience begins today at 5:00 am. We’ll stop by your hotel to pick you up and transfer you in our private transport for 3 hours to the starting point of our trek in the small town of Upis. There you’ll enjoy the first breakfast prepared by our talented chef, and you’ll be able to look out in wonder at an amazing landscape. This meal will give you all the nourishment and energy you need to get hiking.
After a short time, we’ll be on our way, and the adventure begins. We’ll gradually ascend over 3 hours towards the place where we have lunch. During this part of the journey, we’ll be able to observe the majestic Ausangate Mountain in the distance, so be sure to have your camera to hand. Our team will be waiting for you at our first stop with a hot herbal tea before you indulge in a delicious lunch. You’ll have time to enjoy a short rest and recuperate your energy before continuing the day’s hike.
After lunch, we’ll start a two-hour uphill hike towards the Arapa Pass (4,800 m / 15,748 ft). Then we’ll descend for three and a half hours to Hatun Pucacocha lake, where our camp is located. On the way, we’ll appreciate Yanacocha Lake as well. You’ll be at the very foot of the mighty Ausangate Mountain! You’ll be amazed at the size and sheer beauty of this icy peak.
Once in the camp, you can serve yourself some hot chocolate or coffee, and then a little later, dinner will be ready. It’ll then be time to retire to your bed for some well-earned rest.
We’ll wake you up this morning with a hot cup of coca leaf tea to help you acclimatize and start the day in the best way possible. Did you know that this leaf has been used for centuries for the same purpose? As soon as you open your tent, you’ll get to observe the magical lights of dawn on the huge glacier that glistens and sparkles in the sunlight. Then we’ll enjoy a delicious and nutritious breakfast to help us on our way.
Our walk will start with a two-hour uphill climb towards the Puca Pass (4,870 m / 15,978 ft). Along the way, you’ll be able to spot an amazing eroded mountain, beautiful high Andean valleys, and, if you’re lucky, the majestic flight of the condor, the largest flying bird in the world. You’ll also witness the beauty of several glacial lagoons, such as Huchuy Pucacocha and Hatun Pucacocha. Make sure you capture some memorable photos of these picturesque sights.
A little later, we’ll descend for one hour and a half to Anantapata, our lunch spot, for another delicious meal and then ascend for two hours to the Warmisaya Pass (4,985 m /16,355 ft). From here, you’ll be able to appreciate the sacred mountain of Ausangate from a new angle and the Rainbow Mountain, as well as the endless Vilcanota mountain range.
Then we’ll descend for 1 hour to Surinecocha (4,800 m / 15,748 ft), where our camp is located. When we arrive, you’ll be greeted with a hot drink to warm you up. Before a highly-deserved night of rest, you’ll enjoy the dinner prepared by our chef and his assistant. You’ll definitely be amazed at the delicacies they prepare so far up in the mountains!
You’re in for another early start today as our trek reaches a climax. After having an energizing breakfast, we’ll head out to explore the famous Vinicunca or Rainbow Mountain. We’ll start ascending for two hours to the pass located at 5,100 m / 16,732 ft. From here, you’ll get a beautiful view of the spectacular Rainbow Mountain, which you’re sure to feel as though you’re in a dream when looking at this creation of Mother Nature!
Our guide will explain why these mountains are so special. Its impressive display of colors is all due to sedimentary layers of minerals that were exposed by erosion. Remember that this type of phenomenon can only be seen in two places around the world: Peru and China. Make the most of your time to connect with the energy of the mountains and enjoy this truly unique landscape.
After spending plenty of time looking out over the surreal landscape, we’ll walk for an hour to Llacto, where a tasty lunch awaits us. We’ll finish our day and epic adventure with a 3-hour drive in our private transport to drop you off at the door of your accommodation in Cusco.
We want to make your trip to Peru as memorable and as easy as possible. In this section, you will find speedy answers to all those questions you had about Ausangate Trek 3 Days in one place. Please read the following information carefully – it will help you with any questions about our services.
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All information meetings are held in your hotel at 6:00 p.m., one night before the tour begins. If you cannot attend, you must coordinate another time at the (Peru Hike) offices. These meetings last approximately 30 to 45 minutes and there you will be given a small duffel bag, in which you’ll put all the belongings you intend to bring on the trek that won’t be in your day pack.
ou’ll receive a canvas case or duffel bag during your briefing. The porters will take them on the way and will deliver them to you when you get to each camp. They measure 66 cm / 2 ft. Long x 36 cm / 1 ft. Wide.
A maximum of 5 kg is allowed for each duffel bag that includes the weight of your sleeping bag, mat, clothes and other personal items.
The trek has to be paid for in full by at least 7.30 pm two days before departure. For example, if your tour departs on a Wednesday, then you must come to our office before 7.30 pm on Monday.
It would be much appreciated if you pay the trek balance in cash US dollars or local currency. You can withdraw some money from several ATMs along Avenida Sol (either in US dollars or local Peruvian Soles). You can pay by credit card or PAYPAL online, but you will have to pay an 8% service charge, charged by VISA and PAYPAL. We do not accept bank checks or payment of the balance by traveler’s checks.
Of course! During the travel, your main luggage can be stored at our office(you can organize briefing day or by email) or at your hotel, both free of charge.
Any equipment that you are not going to need on the trek can be stored safely in your hotel. Nearly every hotel will provide this service. Don’t leave items of value with your bags, put them in the hotel safe and obtain an itemized receipt (In the unlikely case of theft many insurance companies require that you have a copy of the receipt itemizing all the items). Best put items such as credit cards inside a sealed, signed envelope for extra peace of mind.
Peru Hike Company can pick you up from your hotel, as long as it’s in the Historic Center of Cusco. The pickup time will be coordinated with your guide in the briefing. The pickup time may vary between 30 and 45 minutes due to traffic. Cusco is a very old city, therefore, it has many narrow cobbled streets. Some hotels and Airbnbs may be located on streets without access to cars or on long, steep slopes, making it difficult to transport luggage. We strongly recommend that you book accommodation with good access.
Group tours are made up of different types of people. Physical conditions and ages can vary. By agreeing to be part of a group tour, you also accept that some people may be faster or slower than you. Therefore, each person can go at their own pace on the route. It may be the case that a group wishes to modify the tour; however, it will be the guide who decides, after consulting with all the participants, if said modifications can be made.
Strikes and demonstrations are usually frequent in Peru and this may interrupt some of our tours. Roads can be blocked and train tracks can be taken over. However, we will try to keep your excursion as planned, even if it means leaving the night before the scheduled date. Under these circumstances, tours may also be cancelled. In case of changes or cancellations, all situations will be coordinated with you by our operations department. Your safety is our highest priority and our decisions will be made to protect it.
You’re responsible for your objects during the tour. Please pay attention to where you leave your things and remember to take everything once you leave our trucks, tents, or restaurants.
I did a 3-day trek Ausangate trail. It was one of the best experiences in my life. I had Mijail as a guide for the whole journey and he was great! He taught me about the local culture, wildlife, and flora. He was also there to translate from Quechua to English when speaking with the locals. You must come physically and mentally prepare for the hike because the altitude is no joke. Luckily, mijail was very supportive the whole time and i would have not been able to do it without him. Peru Hike will also make sure you are well taken care of with the cooks and the camping equipment. The trail is challenging but the views are worth a very drop of sweat.
I did a 3-day trek Ausangate trail. It was one of the best experiences in my life. I had Mijail as a guide for the whole journey and he was great! He taught me about the local culture, wildlife, and flora. He was also there to translate from Quechua to English when speaking with the locals. You must come physically and mentally prepare for the hike because the altitude is no joke. Luckily, mijail was very supportive the whole time and i would have not been able to do it without him. Peru Hike will also make sure you are well taken care of with the cooks and the camping equipment. The trail is challenging but the views are worth a very drop of sweat.
Ausangate trek is the experience I will treasure my whole life! with a big thanks to our amazing guide fernando, In the 3 day trek you see all the most beautiful things you expected and the famouse Rainbow Mountain. The trip is really good organised and every evening you get a clearly info moment for what to expect the next day. I am mentally not the strongest person and in the first day I had a bit of altitude sickness, but our guide Fernando helped me a lot and motivated me threw the trip. He is full of passion on what he seen and says, he has humor and his team as family is what he demanded. Fernando is one of the reasons the trip was amazing. Day 1, is mentally rough and day 2 more physical but everyone who has a basic conditions can make it. Its just the altitude what makes it hard, we stayed 3 days in Cusco and that was ok. Two days would be not possible to us. The views was perfect even better was the one closer to Machu Picchu, authough we didnt had alot expectations, its the full trip what make it special. I hikes with a trail running shoes and it worked perfectly, just take shoes you are more comfortable with. Sticks are highly recommended, same as this trek. Peru Hike made a great job organizing this incredible trip.
I just returned from the Ausangate trek 3 days with Rainbow Mountain, honestly it was one of my best experience hiking on the Andes, Chino our guide was incredible he made this hike a lifetime experience, his knowledge about the area, culture, Pachamama, traditions, and history was incredible. Mario our cook made fantastic meals every day of the trip even made a cake for us the last day. Paulino and Jose our horse driver they we very gentle and friendly always willing to help. Overall Peru Hike made a great job with these guy, they really love their job and better if they are working with Peru Hike. Chino he was more than our guide, he was always worry about everyone of us, (4 people in the group) always asking us if we are feeling good, also he is very professional photograper we got amazing photos along this hike. The Ausangate trek itself is very hard, you must to prepare very well with the altitude, and bring good rain gear. However the landscape and sceneries and unique and outstanding. it worth to go with these guys and enjoy the incredible Andes. Thanks to the perfect organization of Peru Hike this trip was magnificent.
What a magnificent trip we went with friends, this place is really magical. We went on this trip to Ausangate for 3 days and the circuit really surprised us. The service provided by this Peru Hike company was also excellent. Unlike other agencies, their service and prices are really very good. I recommend it 100%
