Indulge in the serenity and the out-worldly vistas on this exclusive Nevado Ausangate Trek 4 Days from Cusco. Although the trek does not end at Machu Picchu, it is as popular as the Inca Trail.
Nevado Ausangate Trek 4 Days from Cusco is an off the beaten path experience in the Peruvian Andes. This is one of the most beautiful treks in Cusco.
Ausangate Mountain is often referred to by locals as Apus. This is because it has been a sacred entity since Inca civilization. At 6732 metres above sea level it is the highest peak in the region and dominates the southern skyline of Cusco on a clear day.
The trek offers enchanting views of the Andean highland regions from start to the end. You will also get an insight to the life and culture of the local community that has preserved their age old traditions and customs.
Please beware that you will be crossing several high elevations between 4700 metres above sea level and 5200 metres above sea level. It is highly recommended that you spend at least 4 days in Cusco and acclimatise to avoid altitude sickness. Palomani pass and Arapa Pass.
The famous Rainbow Mountains of Peru are near the Ausangate Mountain.
Ausangate Mountain is a part of the Peruvian Andes. It is subject to two seasons, wet season and dry season. It is often pleasant between March and November. Peruvian Andes experience the rainy season between December and February.
We are a fully locally owned tour operating company based in Cusco. We have an excellent team of guides who are mountaineering experts and have plenty of knowledge in the culture and traditions of locals here.
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Cusco Airport Transfer
0700 AM
We will be picking you up from your hotel in Cusco at 0700 AM. Then in our private transport, we will be driving you to Mallamma (3900 metres / 12795 ft). It is located to the southeast of Cusco city.
The trek offers an introduction to the Andes. You will be rewarded with enchanting views right from the start. We will be hiking through many mountains and colourful lagoons. Once we reach Mallamma, we will stop for lunch and continue for three more hours.
During this section of the trek, you will be able to enjoy the spectacular view over the Callangate mountain that borders our camp called Singrenacocha lagoon (4200m / 13776ft)
After relishing an early morning breakfast, you will get to see the sunrise over the Vilcanota mountain range.
We will then begin the hike to the Ausangate Pass. Along the way, you will be rewarded with sights of Andean camelids (Llamas and Alpacas). You will also get to see many local people and get an insight into their life. This is the lunch spot.
From the Ausangate Mountain Pass, you will get a panoramic view of the valley. After taking some rest, we will descend to Pallccapampa Valley at 4500 metres (14760 ft). This will be the campsite for the night.
After breakfast, we will begin the full day hike through many high passes. We will first conquer the Acoyconca Pass at 4800 metres (15744 feet). From here, you will get a beautiful view of Callangate and Ausangate Glaciers and the villages around them.
From here, we will descend to Pacchanta pass at 4300 metres (14104 feet). This is home to natural hot springs. We will be camping near the hot springs for the night.
The last day of the Nevado Ausangate Trek 4 days. After breakfast, we will hike back to Tinqui (3850 metres / 12628 feet). It normally takes around three hours. During this section of the trek, you will get to see the life of locals around the glacier chain called Cinaqara.
We will embark on a private transport that will take us back to the city of Cusco. We will be arriving at around 0500 PM.