Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Experience the Ausangate Trek, a 5-day and 4-night journey, guided by the experienced leaders of Terra Quechua Peru, Raquel and Edwin.
This adventure invites you to explore the breathtaking landscapes surrounding the Ausangate Mountain. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Andes.
Raquel and Edwin, your trip leaders, are not just guides; they are your companions and experts on this journey. With their deep knowledge and passion for the region, they’ll provide you with insights that make your experience even more meaningful.
Disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find tranquility in the pristine wilderness that surrounds you. The Ausangate Trek allows for moments of reflection, enabling you to connect with nature and yourself.
Explore the stunning vistas and crystal-clear lakes that dot the Ausangate region. Raquel and Edwin will share their expertise, unveiling the secrets of this remote and remarkable area.
Our commitment to responsible travel means that we respect the environment, support local communities, and follow sustainable trekking practices. When you choose us, you contribute to the preservation of these beautiful natural landscapes.
Terra Quechua Peru, based in Cusco, has a long-standing reputation for providing authentic and enriching experiences. Our dedication to showcasing the beauty of the Andes sets us apart.
The Ausangate Trek is not just a hike; it’s a chance to experience the Andes in a truly unique way. Every step you take, every vista you behold, will leave a lasting impression on your soul. Raquel and Edwin are here to ensure that.
Join us for the Ausangate Trek and let the majesty of the Andes captivate your heart. Reserve your spot today and embark on an unforgettable journey with Terra Quechua Peru.
Itinerary Ausangate Trek 5 Days / 4 Nights
DAY 1: CUSCO - OCONGATE - TINKI - UPIS.
The Ausangate trek starts very early, we leave the city of Cusco by private transport and drive along the Cusco – Puerto Maldonado road, towards Tinki (3800m/12464ft).
On the way we will pass by Urcos, where we will be able to see a beautiful lagoon of the same name, we will continue towards Cattca, an agricultural and cattle community where we will be able to appreciate the spectacular views of the region. finally we will cross Ocongate, capital of the region of the same name and to only half an hour of our destiny.
After a journey of approximately 4 hours by car, we arrive in Tinki, where we meet our cowboys and horses.
We start from tinki where you can already see beautiful views of the sacred Ausangate peak (6372m/20900ft).
After lunch, we continue walking for another hour and a half to reach our camp in Upis at 4400m/14432ft. From this point, we will be able to appreciate fabulous views of all the snowy peaks of the area. We camp and have dinner directly in front of Ausangate. Meals L, D
DAY 2: UPIS - PUCACOCHA - AUSANGATECOCHA.
After breakfast, we continue our hike ascending for two hours to reach La Arapa pass (4850 m/15908ft). We then descend to our lunch spot, crossing an area of falcons and ¨vizcachas¨ or Andean rodents. This area also boasts three beautiful lakes with tones of reds, greens, and turquoises (Pukacocha, Hatun Pukacocha, and Qomerqocha) and spectacular views of the surrounding snow peaks. After lunch, we continue on a long and slow ascent that will take us, after about two hours, to the second mountain pass, the Abra of Apuchata (4900m/16072ft), from which we descend, for another half an hour, towards our campsite at Ausangate cocha (4440m/14563ft). Meals B, L, D
DAY 3: AUSANGATECOCHA - JAMPA (AUSANGATE TREK)
Today, we depart early to climb for two hours towards the third mountain pass, the Abra de Palomani (5200m/17056ft). This is the highest part of the entire hike, from which we then descend for another 2h through an area of llamas, alpacas and ¨vizcachas¨ to reach Pampacancha (4050 m/13284 ft). From here we follow an uphill trail until that leads us to our campsite in Jampa (4300m/14104ft). Along this easy 3-hour climb we may have the chance to spot llamas, alpacas, and maybe even pumas. Dinner and overnight at camp. Meals B, L, D
DAY 4: JAMPA - PACCHANTA (AUSANGATE TREK)
We climb for 2 hours until we reach Jampa mountain pass (5000m/16400 ft), where we may have the chance to spot the Andean deer. From here we descend towards the Qomerqocha lagoon to finally arrive at Pacchanta (4100m/13448ft) after an approximated five-hour walk. Pacchanta is a little community with attractive hot springs where we can enjoy a relaxing dip. We camp and spend the night at this place. Meals B, L, D
DAY 5: PACCHANTA - TINKI - OCONGATE - CUSCO.
We leave Pacchanta and start to walk our way back to Tinki, which will take approximately 2 hours. Once in Tinki, we board a private transport that will take us back to the city of Cusco, where we estimate to arrive after nightfall. Meals B, L
Includes
- Pre-departure briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transport to Tinki, starting point of the trek
- Tinki visitor fee
- Campsite fees
- Personal tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tent, to allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks. The tents employed for treks around the Ausangate area are 4-season Kailas, highly maintained to ensure an excellent performance in field
- One inflatable sleeping pad per person
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Kitchen tent
- Toilet tent with biodegradable toilet facilities
- English speaking professional and official tourist guide
- Chef and cooking equipment
- Pack animals (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
- Pack animals to carry personal gear up to a maximum of 9 kg per person (including sleeping pad and sleeping bag)
- 1 emergency horse every 6 people
- Wranglers
- Accommodation for all our staff
- Meals (04B, 04L, 04D + daily morning snack + daily tea service except last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost
- Filtered boiled water from lunch time on 1st day onwards
- Biodegradable personal hand soaps
- Biodegradable dishwashing detergents used by our kitchen staff
- Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night, and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- Private transport from Tinki to Cusco, including transfer to your hotel in Cusco
- 24-h guest service: please ask for the emergency number available during your time of visit
No Incluye
- Sleeping bags
- One pillow
- Breakfast on the first day
- Dinner on the last day
- Tips: please note that our agency staff is well paid so please feel free to tip or not as you wish
Packing list Ausangate Trek 5 Days / 4 Nights
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 10% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection
- Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into Machu Picchu. Plastic water containers (ie. Nalgene) or metal ones are recommended
- Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
- Small towel
- Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
- Cash in soles 350
- Optional: walking sticks or poles
APPROPRIATE CLOTHING ALONG THE AUSANGATE TREK.
- Hiking pants and T-shirts are recommended during the day, complemented by sweaters, fleeces and waterproof jackets. It is very convenient to have light rain gear available in the daypack (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes easily and rains can suddenly occur. At night, warm clothing is required along the whole route, down jackets, down sleeping bags and thermal clothes being very recommended. The rest of necessary implements are included in the “What we recommend that you bring” list.
Difficulty: Challenging due to the altitude: we recommend a period of at least 2 days for acclimatization in Cusco or over 3000 m/9840 ft.
Prices Ausangate Trek 5 Days / 4 Nights
Price Information: Price per person 2024 – 2025
Departure Dates: Departures are available along the year although due to weather conditions, the recommended period for this trek is April to November. All private service departure dates are adapted to your request.
OUR FIXED DEPARTURE 2024
January: 11th,15th,17th
February: 2nd,5th,8th,10th,13th,16th, 18th,21st,24th,26th,27th,30th
March: 2nd,5th,8th,10th,13th,16th, 18th,21st,24th,26th,27th,30th
April: 1st,2nd,5th,8th,10th,13th,16th, 18th,21st,24th,26th,27th,30th
May: 3rd,7th,9th,10th,12th,14th,15th,18th,21st,24th,26th,27th,30th
June: 01st, 05th, 09th, 10th,16th,18th,19th,20th,21st,23th,24th,25th
July: 1st,2nd,5th,8th,10th,13th,16th,18th,19th,20th,21st,23th,24th,25th
August: 1st,2nd,5th,8th,10th,13th,14th,15th,18th,21st,24th,26th,27th,30th
September: 8th,10th,13th,16th,18th,19th, 20th,21st,23th,24th,25th, 28th, 30th.
October: 1st,2nd,5th,06,8th,10th,13th,16th,18th,19th,20th,21st,23th,24th,25th
November: 1st,2nd,5th,06,8th,10th,13th,16th,21st,24th,26th,27th
December: 2nd,5th,8th,10th,13th,16th,18th,19th,20th,21st,23th,24th,25th
Overview
Duration
Type tour
Difficulty
Altitude
Acomodation
Group size
Experience the Ausangate Trek, a 5-day and 4-night journey, guided by the experienced leaders of Terra Quechua Peru, Raquel and Edwin.
This adventure invites you to explore the breathtaking landscapes surrounding the Ausangate Mountain. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Andes.
Raquel and Edwin, your trip leaders, are not just guides; they are your companions and experts on this journey. With their deep knowledge and passion for the region, they’ll provide you with insights that make your experience even more meaningful.
Disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find tranquility in the pristine wilderness that surrounds you. The Ausangate Trek allows for moments of reflection, enabling you to connect with nature and yourself.
Explore the stunning vistas and crystal-clear lakes that dot the Ausangate region. Raquel and Edwin will share their expertise, unveiling the secrets of this remote and remarkable area.
Our commitment to responsible travel means that we respect the environment, support local communities, and follow sustainable trekking practices. When you choose us, you contribute to the preservation of these beautiful natural landscapes.
Terra Quechua Peru, based in Cusco, has a long-standing reputation for providing authentic and enriching experiences. Our dedication to showcasing the beauty of the Andes sets us apart.
The Ausangate Trek is not just a hike; it’s a chance to experience the Andes in a truly unique way. Every step you take, every vista you behold, will leave a lasting impression on your soul. Raquel and Edwin are here to ensure that.
Join us for the Ausangate Trek and let the majesty of the Andes captivate your heart. Reserve your spot today and embark on an unforgettable journey with Terra Quechua Peru.
DAY 1: CUSCO - OCONGATE - TINKI - UPIS.
The Ausangate trek starts very early, we leave the city of Cusco by private transport and drive along the Cusco – Puerto Maldonado road, towards Tinki (3800m/12464ft).
On the way we will pass by Urcos, where we will be able to see a beautiful lagoon of the same name, we will continue towards Cattca, an agricultural and cattle community where we will be able to appreciate the spectacular views of the region. finally we will cross Ocongate, capital of the region of the same name and to only half an hour of our destiny.
After a journey of approximately 4 hours by car, we arrive in Tinki, where we meet our cowboys and horses.
We start from tinki where you can already see beautiful views of the sacred Ausangate peak (6372m/20900ft).
After lunch, we continue walking for another hour and a half to reach our camp in Upis at 4400m/14432ft. From this point, we will be able to appreciate fabulous views of all the snowy peaks of the area. We camp and have dinner directly in front of Ausangate. Meals L, D
DAY 2: UPIS - PUCACOCHA - AUSANGATECOCHA.
After breakfast, we continue our hike ascending for two hours to reach La Arapa pass (4850 m/15908ft). We then descend to our lunch spot, crossing an area of falcons and ¨vizcachas¨ or Andean rodents. This area also boasts three beautiful lakes with tones of reds, greens, and turquoises (Pukacocha, Hatun Pukacocha, and Qomerqocha) and spectacular views of the surrounding snow peaks. After lunch, we continue on a long and slow ascent that will take us, after about two hours, to the second mountain pass, the Abra of Apuchata (4900m/16072ft), from which we descend, for another half an hour, towards our campsite at Ausangate cocha (4440m/14563ft). Meals B, L, D
DAY 3: AUSANGATECOCHA - JAMPA (AUSANGATE TREK)
Today, we depart early to climb for two hours towards the third mountain pass, the Abra de Palomani (5200m/17056ft). This is the highest part of the entire hike, from which we then descend for another 2h through an area of llamas, alpacas and ¨vizcachas¨ to reach Pampacancha (4050 m/13284 ft). From here we follow an uphill trail until that leads us to our campsite in Jampa (4300m/14104ft). Along this easy 3-hour climb we may have the chance to spot llamas, alpacas, and maybe even pumas. Dinner and overnight at camp. Meals B, L, D
DAY 4: JAMPA - PACCHANTA (AUSANGATE TREK)
We climb for 2 hours until we reach Jampa mountain pass (5000m/16400 ft), where we may have the chance to spot the Andean deer. From here we descend towards the Qomerqocha lagoon to finally arrive at Pacchanta (4100m/13448ft) after an approximated five-hour walk. Pacchanta is a little community with attractive hot springs where we can enjoy a relaxing dip. We camp and spend the night at this place. Meals B, L, D
DAY 5: PACCHANTA - TINKI - OCONGATE - CUSCO.
We leave Pacchanta and start to walk our way back to Tinki, which will take approximately 2 hours. Once in Tinki, we board a private transport that will take us back to the city of Cusco, where we estimate to arrive after nightfall. Meals B, L
Includes
- Pre-departure briefing
- Collection from your hotel in the morning and transfer in private transport to Tinki, starting point of the trek
- Tinki visitor fee
- Campsite fees
- Personal tents: 2 people in each 4-people-capacity tent, to allow for higher comfort and a safe keeping of backpacks. The tents employed for treks around the Ausangate area are 4-season Kailas, highly maintained to ensure an excellent performance in field
- One inflatable sleeping pad per person
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Kitchen tent
- Toilet tent with biodegradable toilet facilities
- English speaking professional and official tourist guide
- Chef and cooking equipment
- Pack animals (to carry tents, food and cooking equipment)
- Pack animals to carry personal gear up to a maximum of 9 kg per person (including sleeping pad and sleeping bag)
- 1 emergency horse every 6 people
- Wranglers
- Accommodation for all our staff
- Meals (04B, 04L, 04D + daily morning snack + daily tea service except last day). Vegetarian or special menus are available at no extra cost
- Filtered boiled water from lunch time on 1st day onwards
- Biodegradable personal hand soaps
- Biodegradable dishwashing detergents used by our kitchen staff
- Others: hot water every morning and evening for washing purposes / boiled water to fill in your water bottle every morning and night, and at lunch time if requested with enough time ahead
- First-aid kit including emergency oxygen bottle
- Private transport from Tinki to Cusco, including transfer to your hotel in Cusco
- 24-h guest service: please ask for the emergency number available during your time of visit
- Sleeping bags
- One pillow
- Breakfast on the first day
- Dinner on the last day
- Tips: please note that our agency staff is well paid so please feel free to tip or not as you wish
- A backpack with a change of clothes for the whole period of the trek
- Rain gear (jacket and pants if available) or rain poncho (plastic ponchos can be purchased in Cusco)
- Strong footwear, waterproof trekking boots recommended
- Sandals or jogging shoes for a higher comfort while at camp
- Warm clothes, including jacket, fleeces. Thermal clothing is also recommended, especially for sleeping
- Flashlight/headlamp and batteries
- Camera and batteries (batteries consume more quickly under cold conditions)
- Hat or cap to protect you from the sun, rain and cold
- Sun block
- After-sun cream or hydrating cream for face and body
- Insect repellent – minimum recommended 10% DEET – no malaria risk has been reported
- Handkerchiefs
- Toilet paper
- Snacks: biscuits, energy bars, chocolate, raw fruits, muesli, etc. Please note that we do provide a daily morning snack and our meal service is very complete and well supplied. This recommendation applies for all clients being used to a specific snack, as it may happen that it is not included in our selection
- Water container and water for the first morning. Important notice: plastic water bottles are no longer allowed into Machu Picchu. Plastic water containers (ie. Nalgene) or metal ones are recommended
- Optionally: water- sterilizing tablets in case you pick up water from streams or rivers along the route. Otherwise, we provide filtered boiled water, which is safe to drink and has not reported any health problem so far
- Small towel
- Swimsuit (if you wish to go to the hot springs in Aguas Calientes)
- Cash in soles 350
- Optional: walking sticks or poles
APPROPRIATE CLOTHING ALONG THE AUSANGATE TREK.
- Hiking pants and T-shirts are recommended during the day, complemented by sweaters, fleeces and waterproof jackets. It is very convenient to have light rain gear available in the daypack (rain poncho or jacket and/or rain pants) as the weather changes easily and rains can suddenly occur. At night, warm clothing is required along the whole route, down jackets, down sleeping bags and thermal clothes being very recommended. The rest of necessary implements are included in the “What we recommend that you bring” list.
Difficulty: Challenging due to the altitude: we recommend a period of at least 2 days for acclimatization in Cusco or over 3000 m/9840 ft.
