Ausangate Trek 3 Days
3 Days from $ USD 100.00
Ausangate Trek 3 Days
Ausangate Trek 3 Days
43 Reviews | Min Altitude: 2200msnm (3545 fasl) | Max Altitude: 2200msnm (3545 fasl) | 5 Days from $ 1 900.00
Introduction
Cusco not only has archaeological sites to be visited but also has a variety of places for hiking in its different circuits. This is due to the increase of tourists from all over the world throughout the year who seek to be in contact with nature and the customs of the locals. For this reason, Cusco offers a variety of options for short and long walks that can be developed as the possibility of practicing various adventure sports such as zipline, rappelling, mountain biking and other activities. But there is no doubt that the most popular sport is hiking. Here we tell you how these trails are so you can choose your favorite hike.
Trip Details
- NIVEL DE DIFICULTAD: MEDIO A ALTO (muchas caminatas de más de 4300 MTS.
- DISPONIBILIDAD: TODOS LOS DÍAS (MIN. 2 PERSONAS).
- LOCATION: CUSCO, AUSANGATE.
OUR TRAVEL PLAN IN AUSANGE CUSCO TREK TOUR 3 DAYS
Cuzco – Upis.
Our tour begins with a pick up from your hotel at 06:00 in a private minibus to the start of the walk that is part of the municipality of Upis. This trip lasts about 3 hours and passes through beautiful and colorful towns such as Urcos, Ocongate and Tinki. And finally we arrive at the town of Upis where we meet our muleteer and have breakfast.
Then we continue the walk with spectacular views of the Nevado de Ausangate until we reach our camp with the Upis cabins at an altitude of 4200m where our lunch prepared by our cook will be ready, then we can go to the thermal baths or go to Ausangate. Laguna 2 hours of walking there and back but today it is better to save energy for the next day.
Physical Level
1, Easy
Upis - Puca Cocha - Ananta.
wake them up very early around 5 am with our traditional coca tea or coffee in their respective huts then have breakfast. At the beginning of our trip we will see local alpacas herders on the way, the snowy Ausangate on your left, flora and fauna. If we are lucky we will see condors, chinchillas and vicuñas.
In addition, we will enjoy colored lagoons, we will also pass two passes or the first open pass of Arapa that is located at 4,989 m above sea level (16,567 feet). We continue the trip to Pucaqocha where our lunch will be served in our dining room of the South Winds Peru company, located in front of the lagoons. After some photos and some rest, we head to our second camp, Ananta, where we will camp for the night. We also have our own camp with cabins and huts. We set up the tents in the shelters, our bivouac is at an altitude of 4700m
Physical Level
1, Easy
Ananta - Rainbow Mountain - Qesuno - Cusco.
Today is the day we wake you up very early at 03:45. After breakfast, we start the first climb to Ananta Pass (15,090ft – 4,500m – 14,000ft) from where you will see this amazing mountain arch in the sky also called 7 – Rainbow Mountain. In the distance we begin to descend to surround a small lagoon until we reach the last climb to the Rainbow Mountain where it is possible to have a 360 degree view, dive and enjoy the place. Then drive 30 minutes downhill to Red Mountain or Red Valley, then drive to the train station where you will take our private transport to Ttio, a small town where you will have lunch and arrive at your hotel around 6 pm.
Physical Level
1, Easy
What to Bring
- Backpack with rain cover.
- lantern in front
- Extra socks (wool is best).
- hiking pants and layered shirts.
- rain pants
- Camping shoes/sandals: wear at night.
- Waterproof hiking shoes.
- Warm clothing (thermal underwear, fleece, hat and gloves).
- Waterproof clothing (poncho).
- Synthetic or cotton clothing (pants, shorts, T-shirt).
- sun hat and sunglasses.
- sunscreen
- Lipstick to protect yourself from the cold
- Extra camera/battery.
- Bottled water like Nalgene.
- basic medicines
- Personal items.
Pricing List
Private Service
This service is an exclusive way to carry out this trip where the service is much more personalized, the prices vary according to the number of people in your group:
| Number of persons | Price per person | |
| 2 Persons | $ USD 689.00 | Inquire Now |
| 3 Persons | $ USD 645.00 | Inquire Now |
| 4 Persons | $ USD 585.00 | Inquire Now |
| 5 Persons | $ USD 505.00 | Inquire Now |
| 6 Persons | $ USD 485.00 | Inquire Now |
| 7 Persons or more | $ USD 420.00 | Inquire Now |
What to Bring
- Backpack with rain cover.
- lantern in front
- Extra socks (wool is best).
- hiking pants and layered shirts.
- rain pants
- Camping shoes/sandals: wear at night.
- Waterproof hiking shoes.
- Warm clothing (thermal underwear, fleece, hat and gloves).
- Waterproof clothing (poncho).
- Synthetic or cotton clothing (pants, shorts, T-shirt).
- sun hat and sunglasses.
- sunscreen
- Lipstick to protect yourself from the cold
- Extra camera/battery.
- Bottled water like Nalgene.
- basic medicines
- Personal items.
Travel Guide
Your Luggage During the Trekking
Most tour operators and accommodation establishments allow you to leave your suitcases or large bags in their lockers while you are in Ausangate and pick them up on your return.
How difficult is the Ausangate trek?
One of the reasons why the trek to Ausangate is considered difficult is precisely the route at high altitude. It is probably not suitable for hikers who have recently decided to do this activity. Therefore, it is advisable to take moderate walks at first.
Camp And Night Of Ausangate
The locals established the camp system, which created jobs and opportunities for economic growth through tourism. Reciprocity, therefore, makes walking an increasingly attractive activity on this site.
As a relatively new system, the campsites are still basic and located in remote areas, so you don’t have to rely on finding shops or other services. There is mainly a place for camping and the sanitary facilities are completely rustic.
There is no potable water in the camps and showering has to be postponed until the end of the trek (note: if you are doing a fully guided trek, they will probably give you a bowl of hot water for your morning bath).
CAMPING EQUIPMENT RENTAL IN CUSCO
If you’d rather rent your gear in Cusco than travel the world, we recommend renting two sets of camping gear and walking half a block to the main plaza.
USEFUL INFORMATION
Put your smartphone in airplane mode. There are no connections along the avenue.
When hiking at high altitude, it is important to drink enough water. It is recommended to drink at least two or three liters more a day. There are many streams and rivers along the way, but we recommend bringing water purification tablets. Due to the large number of alpacas and llamas in the mountains, the cleanliness of the water is not clear. There is nothing worse than getting sick at high altitude or having a working stomach.
Pay special attention to the weather. Conditions in the Andes and especially at high altitudes can change at any time. Bring warm clothing and waterproof jackets. This is especially important when climbing and crossing high passes.
Keep a first aid kit, tool repair kit, and blister pack handy in your backpack.
Bring plenty of sunscreen, lip balm, and sunglasses, and wear a neck brace and splint to protect yourself from the wind.
ACLIMATE FOR THE AUSANGATE TREK
Because the Ausangate Trek includes daily stages in high mountains. At least three acclimatization walks are recommended before embarking on the great adventure. The best way to achieve this is to climb the Cristo Blanco in the city of Cusco (3700m) and the area of Maras Moray, both higher than Cusco.
BEST CLIMATE FOR TREKKING AUSANGATE
The best season for hiking in the Ausangate area is from April to November. This is to maximize the number of clear days as most of the activities we recommend are outdoors. However, the favorable climate attracts hikers more and if you just want to enjoy these beautiful places, we recommend you hike in the last days of March or in December. Do not forget that you can do the Ausangate trek at any time of the year (if you do it yourself) and that the prices (in the agencies that offer the trek) increase due to low demand because every day there are more difficult descents. .
CLIMATE OF AUSANGATE
Due to the geographical conditions of the Andes, the weather here can be, and almost always is, unpredictable and the Ausangate Trek route expects temperature variations of between 10-20ºC during the day and up to 5-10ºC during the day. . Day when the sun does not shine. It is not hot at altitude, but the sun is very strong, which makes this condition the most difficult. On the other hand, the temperature drops sharply in the afternoon and especially at night, down to -10°C or even less in the dry season. Therefore, warm clothing is required for this hike.
Faqs Ausangate Trek 3 Days
HOW TO GET TO AUSANGATE?
You have to take a public bus from Cusco to Tinki. The terminal of these buses is 10 minutes (by taxi) from the walls of Cusco. The company is called SIWAR, there is a bus every 20 minutes and the prices are reasonable. Make sure the bus destination is Ocongate, which is a bigger city than Tinki, before you arrive.
Do you want to see amazing scenarios every day?
Among the rewards that Ausangate offers each day above the tree line and along the way are panoramic views of beautiful mountain scenery. Clearly a wonderful opportunity for photography enthusiasts.
WHY SHOULD I ATTEND THE INFORMATION MEETING?
The briefing is very important as this is where you will meet your guide. During this meeting, your guide will share with you important details about the trip. If you participate in one of our excursions, you will receive a travel bag for your luggage. You will receive a map of our offices with the details of your reservation.
CAN I PICK UP MY LUGGAGE AT SOUTH WINDS PERU OFFICES?
Yes, you can store your luggage in our offices.
You can take it to the briefing or pick it up in the morning for excursions. The driver will take you back to our offices. You can also choose to be dropped off at your hotel when you return from the Ausangate Trek.
IS WATER INCLUDED?
Yes, please bring your own water for the first morning of your trip. Then we will provide you with water. Don’t worry, the water will be clean and drinkable!
DO I NEED TO BRING EXTRA MONEY FOR THE TREK?
Yes, it is very important! We recommend you bring between 300 and 400 Peruvian soles. You may not need this money, but in an emergency, make sure you have enough money. If you encounter difficulties along the way, you can use the money to buy other means of transportation, such as cars, horses, and trains.
HOW LONG SHOULD I LOSE MY TREKKING EQUIPMENT?
Tipping is at your discretion, but is always welcome.
HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL BE IN MY GROUP?
Groups are usually made up of 10 to 12 people. It also depends on the season. The maximum is 12 people and the minimum is 2 people.
WHAT SIZE BAG SHOULD I BRING?
We provide you with a duffel bag for all your trips. You can carry about 7 kilos in your sports bag. These bags are carried by horses during the journey. Just pack a small backpack with the things you need for the day, like sunscreen, bug spray, jackets, or snacks.
CAN I CHARGE MY DEVICES RIGHT NOW AND DO I HAVE WIFI?
Yes, you can charge your devices in all our campsites. However, in some places it is not possible to charge devices overnight. The second and third night you have access to WiFi for an additional 10 Peruvian soles.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PRIVATE TRIPS AND GROUP TRIPS? WHY IS THE PRIVATE TOUR MORE EXPENSIVE?
If you choose a private tour, the tour will be customized according to your needs. Determine the size of the group yourself. You can determine exactly who is traveling with you. It is perfect for couples, families or groups of friends. You have your own personal chef and guide, which means the tour is more personalized and tailored to your personal needs.
DO I HAVE TO RENT AN ADDITIONAL HORSE?
If you have doubts about the ride, you have the option of renting another horse. The cost is $80.00. For the first two days, you can only ride while driving. In the last few days you sometimes have the option of walking parts of the boardwalk and taking the car or the train. Also keep in mind that the first day you will be taking a different route than those who choose to walk. You don’t have to pay it in advance.
WHAT IF I SUFFER FROM ALTITUDE SICKNESS?
Our guides are trained in case of illness. Unfortunately, it is illegal for us to give you medication at high altitude, but we do our best to make you feel better in other ways. For example, we often make coca tea and the guides carry oxygen tanks with them.
IF I CANCEL, DO I WANT A REFUND?
No Unfortunately, our company does not have a refund policy. All $200.00 deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. We recognize that contingencies are out of your control, but we cannot make exceptions. You can find more information in our terms and conditions.
WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE DURING THE TREK TO AUSANGATE?
The weather is very unpredictable, changes rapidly and varies with the season. It is impossible to say exactly what kind of weather you will encounter during your trip. In general, however, the first night will be quite cold. It can go down to about 5 degrees Celsius. At the end of your journey, you will find yourself in the Peruvian jungle. It can get very hot in these parts of the coast, up to 25 degrees.
WHY PAYPAL AND THE 6% VISA FEE? IS THERE A WAY TO AVOID THESE CHARGES?
Unfortunately, the 6% fee is completely out of our control. These costs will not be reimbursed to us, but to PayPal and VISA. There’s really no way around it.
Mario Ordoñes Quispe Salvida
In Cusco, I am your travel specialist, with more than 10 years of experience organizing adventure trips.
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