Ausangate Trek 5 days, will take you Ausangate mountain itself is considered a holy mountain by local people and is the deity of Cusco. Since pre-Inca times the mountain has been a place of worship and offerings and this tradition continues today.
We will pick you up from your hotel in the morning and then travel for 2 and a half hours to reach the community of Tinki. Along the way, you will be able to observe different traditional landscapes with valleys and colorful villages. Upon arrival in Tinqui, we will have a short free time to make any last-minute purchases and stock up on water. Then, we will begin our hike. On this day, we will hike for approximately 2 to 3 hours until we reach Upis, where we will camp near a local family’s house.
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After a hearty breakfast, we begin our hike. On this day, we will witness the start of beautiful typical high-Andean landscapes. Along the route, we will encounter local people going about their daily activities, and we will also see a large number of llamas and alpacas, as these animals are essential for the livelihood of the locals. We will pass through the first high point of the route, Paso Arapa, at an altitude of 4755 meters above sea level. After descending a bit, we will stop for lunch to replenish our energy. Then, we will continue our hike until we reach Laguna Pucacocha, where we will rest for the night.
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After breakfast, we prepare to start the hike. This will be the most challenging day of the expedition as we reach the highest point of our journey. Before reaching this place, we will pass by a beautiful lagoon with a unique view, as it contains water from the melting snow of the Ausangate mountain. That’s why it is called Ausangate Cocha (cocha = lagoon). After a short rest and enjoying the unforgettable view of this place, we will begin ascending to Abra Palomani, located at 5200 meters above sea level. Upon reaching this point, we will appreciate a spectacular view of the mountain range in the Vilcanota cordillera. Then, we will descend and stop for lunch before continuing until we reach Pampacancha, where we will set up our camp and rest for the night.
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After breakfast, we will begin our hike, this time through a long valley where we will encounter local people dressed in colorful traditional costumes of the area. We will also see a variety of fauna, including alpacas, llamas, and sheep. Then, we will ascend to the last pass, Paso K’ampa or Jampa (4600m), to admire the beauty of the Ticllacocha lagoon. We will have lunch in this area. Afterward, we will continue through the Pachaspata plains, where we will camp on the edge of Qomercocha lagoon.
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Accompanied by the breathtaking views of the Andes, we will descend to the community of Pacchanta. After the extraordinary hike through this Andean landscape, we will reach the village of Tinki once again. From there, we will board our transportation and return to the city of Cusco.
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Informative briefing one day before the tour.
Transportation from Cusco to Tinki and back to Cusco.
Bilingual guide.
Cook.
Horses and muleteer (for carrying camping equipment, food, and 5 kilograms per passenger).
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners.
Emergency horse available upon request.
Tents, sleeping mats.
First aid kit.
Carpas, Matras.
Equipo de primeros auxilios.
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Sleeping bag (rental available for US$25 for the entire tour).
Personal items.
Non-mentioned meals.
What you need to take
Original Passport
ISIC card (if you are a student and want to qualify for the discount)
Walking boots
Waterproof jacket / rain poncho
Warm jacket
Hat and gloves
T-shirts
Comfortable Trousers
Sun hat
Sun cream (factor 35 or higher)
Insect repellant
Toiletries and hand sanitiser
Personal medication
Camera and film
Torch with spare batteries
Extra money for souvenirs, drinks, tips
