The Ausangate (6398m/20991f) is considered to be one of the most beautiful snow-capped mountains of the Andes. The region around the mountain offers impressive scenery of mountains, glaciers, lagoons and streams. Furthermore, the Andean people are very hospitable and preserve the respect for nature. The farmers have excellent knowledge in the raising of cattle such as the vicuña, the alpaca and the lama, which are all appreciated for their fine quality of wool and meat. The four hours drive from Cusco to Tinqui is an excellent preparation for the differences in temperature and altitude.

Ausangate Trek 6 days Itinerary:

Altitude: 3900 - 5200 m. / 12795 - 17060 f.
High season: May - November
Duration: 6 days - 5 nights
Level of difficulty: Moderate
*A minimum of 2 persons is needed for this trek

1st Day: Cusco – Urcos – Tinqui
We will leave Cusco early in the morning by bus. On our way to Tinqui (3900m/12795f), we will pass little farms and enjoy the beautiful landscape. After a little picnic in the valley of Catca, we will continue our journey until we finally arrive at Tinqui. Here, we will spend the night at a camping site.

Transport time: 5 hours Approx.

2nd Day: Tinqui – Upis
This day, we will be heading towards the community of Upis (4400m/14436f). In this little village, we will meet local families who will show us some examples of their textile work, created to honor nature and Andean symbols. In Upis there is also the possibility to visit hot springs.

Climate: cold

Hiking time: 6 hours Approx.

3rd Day: Upis – Arapa pass – Yana cocha – Extreme Ausangate pass – Laguna Ausangate
After breakfast, we will ascend towards the first pass called Arapa (4800m/15748f). Thereafter, we will descend towards Yana cocha and have a picknick. Our route continues ascending towards the Extreme Ausangate pass (4850m/15912f) and ends at the shore of the Ausangate Lagoon (4650m/15256f) where we will camp.

Climate: cold
Hiking time: 7 hours Approx.

4th Day: Ausangate Lagoon – Palomani pass – Jampa
The 4th day is both the most beautiful and the most ardous one: we will first ascend towards the highest pass of this trek called the Palomani pass (5200m/17060f). From here, we will have an exceptional view of the mountains and glaciers of Ausangate. Thereafter, we will descend to the valley of Finaya Pampa and will finally arrive at our camping site called Jampa (4700m/15420f).

Hiking time: 8 hours Approx.

5th Day: Jampa – Campa pass – Pacchanta
The highlight of this day is definitely the spectacular ascend to the Campa pass (5100m/16732f). Moreover, we will pass several lovely lagoons on the way to our camping site in Pacchanta (4350m/14270f). Here, we will visit the hot springs and will have a typical dinner.

Hiking time: 8 hours Approx.

6th Day: Pacchanta - Tinqui - Cusco
After breakfast, our trek continues towards the the village Tinqui (3900m/12795f), from where we will take a bus back to Cusco. On the way we will visit either Tipon or Saylla and have a typical dish of the region, such as guinea-pig or chicharrón (on the base of pork meat).
(Typical dish of the region included)

Hiking time: 3 hours
Transport time: 5 hours Approx.

Group Service

Included:

• Transport from the hotel to the town of Tinqui
• Return transport from Tinqui to Cusco
• Entrance to the Ausangate park
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
• High quality camping equipment (professional tents, Doite model Cima 4, extra light/4,5kgs for two persons. Mattresses, eating tent with table and chairs, bathroom tent).
• Meals during the excursion (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks/option vegetarian)
• Cook and cooking equipment
• Horseman and mules, for all our camping equipment and personal luggage (8 kilos maximum)
• Emergency horse (for minimal 2 persons)
• First-aid kit, oxygen bottle and safety rope

Not included:

• Breakfast on the first day.
• Sleeping bag (if you do not have a sleeping bag, there is the possibility of lending one)

Ausangate Mountain Trek 6 days (Private)

Included:

• Transport
• Private transport from the hotel to the town of Tinqui
• Return transport from Tinqui to Cusco
• Entrance to the Ausangate park
• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish and English)
• High quality camping equipment (we use professional tents, Doite, model Kailas 3, extra light/4.5kgs and Doite, model Himalaya, extra light/4.5kgs, both large enough for 2 persons. Mattresses, eating tent with table and chairs, bathroom tent).
• Meals during the excursion (Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks/option vegetarian)
• Cook and cooking equipment
• Horseman and mules, for all our personal and camping equipment
• Emergency horse
• First-aid kit and oxygen bottle

Not included:

Sleeping bag (If you do not have a sleeping bag, there is the possibility of lending one)

Notes

Awareness-raising
Most of the people living in the region of Ausangate are very poor and live from breeding and cultivation. A small group of farmers and our agency want to help those people. A small voluntary donation can help them to buy for example clothes or school equipment. The families will be very grateful.

We guarantee the departures to Ausangate in group at a minimum of 2 persons. The transport from Cusco to Tinqui will be by public bus, the transport from Tinqui to Cusco will be by private transport. If you have any question about this circuit, please contact us.

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