Ausangate Rainbow Mountain

Ausangate Trek To Machu Picchu 5 DAYS

" live a unique experience travels to Peru."

Max. Altitude
5038m/16528ft
Group Size
Up to 12 people
Accommodation
Camps & Hostel
Difficulty
Moderate
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DESCRIPTION

Ausangate Trek to Machu Picchu 5 Days Map Itinerary
TREKKING MAP

Ausangate trek 5 days to Machu Picchu is a 40KM trek south of Cusco, in the highest mountains of the region surrounded by colorful lakes and rainbow mountains, explore this new route with magnificent views and beautiful valleys, unlike Ausangate trek to Machu Picchu you will have the opportunity to combine mountains with snow and Inca ruins in Machu Picchu, you will know unique places and impressive mountains.

In this 5 day hike we will combine 2 famous mountains like Ausangate and Machu Picchu. If you are looking for a new adventure where you feel alone, and you are a nature lover this 5 day hike is for you. In this adventure we will enjoy magnificent views of the Ausangate Mountains and colorful lakes, rainbow mountains and finally we will arrive at Machu Picchu Inca ruins and temple constructions that will leave you impressed at the top of the mountain.

Overview

  • Mind Bending views of Ausangate snow peak
  • Implausible Mountain ranges of Ausangate
  • Beautiful indigenous villages
  • Unique grassland
  • Mound of Llamas and Alpacas – Vicunas
  • Local Experience and cultural immersion
  • Native Flora and fauna from the Region
  • Delicious local food and culinary
  • Amazing wonder of Red Hill
Ausangate Trek Travel Guide

DAY 1 Cusco - Tinqui - Upis - Campsite

We leave Cusco around 6:00am by private van to the start of our trek, at the base of the impressive Ausangate Mountain. For Tinqui we hike through local villages until we reach the small settlement of Upis and with an opportunity to take a dip in the local hot springs (10 soles). Here camp will already be set, and you will have the chance to enjoy the picturesque mountain backdrop as the sun sets on the mountains. Our chef will prepare lunch and dinner.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks
Campsite: elevation 4400 m/ 14,435 ft
Weather: dry / cold

DAY 2Upis - Pucacocha - Campsite

The morning starts with breakfast and a hike up Arapa Pass (4950m) before a slight decent to our lunch spot. After lunch we continue on to Lake Pucacocha - A deep turquoise lake and a perfect stop for a break. Along the way you will see local herders and llamas, and your expert guide will explain the history of the locals and the landscape along the way. Our campsite tonight is located just below the towering Ausangate Mountain. At our exclusive camp features thatch shelters for our tents, for added protection from the elements. Your evening will be enjoyed with dinner in our Mountain Refugio, here you will be surrounded by mountain views and incredible hanging glaciers.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, drinking water
Weather: Dry / cold.

DAY 3 Pucacocha - Annanta Campsite

Today is difficult but short. We start with a steep ascent up Puncacocha Pass. This pass boasts incredible views and as you reach the top you are rewarded with 360 views of one of the most incredible landscapes on earth. After conquering the pass we continue through a vivid green valley full of alpacas and llamas, if your lucky you might catch a glimpse of a Andean Condor or the rare vicuña. As we approach our destination for the night we will have camp set up for you to enjoy your surroundings and relax.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinking wáter

DAY 4 Annanta - Rainbow Mountain - Ollamta - Aguas Calientes Hotel

On this morning our goal is to wake up early and leave camp by 5am, this allows us to approach and experience the Rainbow Mountain in all of its glory with solitude. So, after a hot breakfast, and some coca tea we start with the uphill climb - Ananta Pass. From here you will see the beautiful Rainbow Mountain in the distance. We descend to a large valley and continue walking a Peruvian flat until you are presented with the final climb to the Rainbow Mountain. From here we head downhill to the village of Qesuno where we will have lunch, and pack up the van.

and we will continue by car to Ollamtaytambo where we will take our train to the town of Aguas Calientes after arriving at this beautiful town we will go to our hotel

Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinking wáter

DAY 5 The most important Machu Picchu - Cusco Hotel

Wake up will be 05:00 a.m. because we need to take the first bus to Machu Picchu citadel where you will watch the magical and majestic sun rise, while beautiful hummingbirds sing to welcome another day. After that, you will have a guided visit to the citadel of Machu Picchu (3 hours), following the guided tour you will have free time to visit and take pictures of Machu Picchu. At the conclusion of your visit to Machu Picchu you have to take the bus back to Aguas Calientes town, where you then have to take the train to Ollantaytambo where our transfer will be waiting to tack you back to your Cusco hotel.

What Is Included?

Ausangate And Rainbow Mountain Circuit 4 Days

  • Emergency horse to escort us during the trek.
  • Sleeping bag
  • trekking stick
  • Extra oxygen
  • First Aid kit
  • One foamy sleeping pad per person
  • Inflatable Mattress
  • Transportation from hotel to Upis town.
  • Transportation from Pacchanta town to Ollantaytambo train station.
  • Round trip train ticket.
  • Bus up down in Machu Picchu.
  • Entrance ticket to Machu Picchu.
  • 1 night hotel In Machu Picchu town.
  • Transportation from train station to hotel.
  • Camping Equipment 4 season tent(04 people tent for 02 people).
  • Thermarest mattresses
  • Other camping equipment, a dining tent with table and chairs, and a kitchen tent, manned by a professional cooking staff.
  • Trek leader
  • Meals: Breakfast (4), lunch (4), dinner (4), (5) snacks.
  • A professional Quechua chef.
  • Horses, and muleteers; horses carry your 8 kg / 16 pounds personal items.
  • Oxygen Tank.

Included

Aguas Calientes and Machu Picchu Tour

  • Transportation from Ausangate Cusco to Ollantaytambo
  • Train ticket to Aguas Calientes
  • 1 night at the hotel in Aguas Calientes
  • Dinner in Aguas Calientes
  • Guide in Machu Picchu that speaks English and Spanish
  • Return ticket by train from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo
  • Private Bus from Ollantaytambo to Cusco Al Hotel

What Is Not Included?

  • The last Dinner, beverages are not included in the pax.
  • Tips and extra cash
  • Others not mentioned

What you should pack for this tour

  • Original Passport
  • 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 with extra batteries
  • Torch with spare batteries
  • Daypack

"Everything you need to pack for your tours in Peru"

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usa-passport
ORIGINAL PASSPORT
WATER BOTTLE OR HYDRATION BLADDER
WATER BOTTLE OR HYDRATION BLADDER
Sunglasses for hiking in high mountains
SUNGLASSES
DAYPACK
DAYPACK
CAMERA / VIDEOCAMERA
CAMERA / VIDEOCAMERA
NOTEBOOK / JOURNAL AND PEN
NOTEBOOK / JOURNAL AND PEN
INSULATED JACKET
INSULATED JACKET
HARD SHELL JACKET AND RAIN GEAR
HARD SHELL JACKET AND RAIN GEAR
TRAINERS (TREKKING SHOES / SANDALS)
TRAINERS (TREKKING SHOES / SANDALS)
HIKING BOOTS
HIKING BOOTS
HIKING SOCKS
HIKING SOCKS
THERMAL SOCKS
THERMAL SOCKS
GAITERS
GAITERS
TREKKING SHORTS AND TROUSERS
TREKKING SHORTS AND TROUSERS
BASE LAYER
BASE LAYER
TREKKING SHIRTS
TREKKING SHIRTS
FLEECE JACKET
FLEECE JACKET
UNDERWEAR
UNDERWEAR
HAT FOR SUN PROTECTION
HAT FOR SUN PROTECTION
HARD SHELL JACKET AND RAIN GEAR
HARD SHELL JACKET AND RAIN GEAR
HEADLAMP
HEADLAMP
HEAD BAND OR BEANIE
HEAD BAND OR BEANIE
INNER GLOVES
INNER GLOVES
OUTER GLOVES
OUTER GLOVES
SLEEPING BAG
SLEEPING BAG
TREKKING POLES
TREKKING POLES
DUFFLE BAG:
DUFFLE BAG:
MONEY IN SOLES
MONEY IN SOLES

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