Ausangate Trek 6 days OVERVIEW
The Ausangate Trek is a 6-day adventure that takes you through the stunning Andean mountains of Peru. You’ll hike through remote villages, past turquoise lakes, and over high mountain passes while taking in breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks of Ausangate and the surrounding valleys. This Trek is an authentic off-the-beaten-path experience, with few other hikers on the trail and the chance to interact with local communities. You’ll learn about the local culture and traditions of the Quechua people who call this region home.
Day 1: Cusco – Trek Tinqui to Upis
Day 2: Trek Upis to Puca Qocha
Day 3: Hike Puca Qocha to Ausangate Qocha (Plus Rainbow Mountain) – Huchuy Pinaya
Day 4: Trekking Huchuy Pinaya – Jampa
Day 5: Hiking Jampa to Pacchanta
Day 6: Final Trek Pacchanta to Tinqui – Cusco
Ausangate Trek 6 Days
Ausangate Trek 6 days Highligths
Why you will love this Ausangate 6 Days
- Get ready for an incredible journey and join us for six days of trekking in the spectacular Ausangate region! Explore the world’s most beautiful landscapes and experience cultural wonders like never before.
- Take your outdoor adventure to the next level with a 6-day Ausangate Trek in Peru! Hike through natural wildlife havens and uncover hidden gems in a stunning landscape.
Ausangate Trek 6 Days ITINERARY
The pre-trek briefing for all trekkers: We offer a pre-trek briefing on Ausangate Trek 6 Days in the lobby of the trekkers’ hotel. After the tour guide explains the itinerary, the adventurers ask about the Trek or other expedition details. Briefings do prepare one day before your hike starts at around 17:00.
Our expert guide will pick you up from your hotel at 06:00 a.m. to start the trip to Tinki, heading southwest from Cusco.
The drive south from Cusco is very picturesque as it passes through various colonial and Inca towns with a changing panorama typical of the Peruvian Andes.
We will continue our 6-Day Ausangate Trek to the Andean community of Tinqui; we will meet our team of muleteers and pack donkeys. We load all the mountain equipment of the Ausangate Trek for 6 Days and begin our adventure through the Andes of Peru. Our first hiking trail took approximately 3 hours at a moderate pace to adapt to the elevations of the Andes gradually.
The second segment of the walk takes 2 hours to reach UPIS to have the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the thermal baths of Upis; it is essential to bring a bathing suit, “being inside the hot springs is an incredible feeling for a remote adventure.”
- Departure from Cusco Tinqui Ausangate: 06:00 a.m.
- Lowest elevation: 3,800 meters/12,467 feet
- Highest Elevation: 4,400 meters/11,155 feet
- Hiking distance from Tinqui to Upis: 12 km/7.5 miles
- Approximate hiking time: From 05 to 06 hours
- Physical level: Easy
- Meals: Lunch, lunch, and dinner.
Physical Level
4, Intense
Walking Distance
12km (7.5 miles)
Starting Altitude
Tinqui: 3,950m (12,960 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Upis Town: 4,300m (14,108 ft)
Highest Altitude
Upis Hot Spring: 4,450m (14,600 ft)
The nights are cold, like every morning. We recommend wearing warm clothing for low temperatures; It helps a lot for the comfort of each hiker.
Today is one of the big days from Ausangate Trek 6 Days because we will climb our first pass of ARAPA (4850 meters or 15,915 feet). We will climb the mountain little by little until we conquer it to have two great panoramic views of contrast between the Andes, glaciers, snow-capped mountains, flora, and fauna of the Andean zone.
From the top and bottom of the trail, we have three areas of lagoons of different shades, such as reddish, green, and turquoise. For souvenir photos, count the headwaters of the great Amazonian rivers.
ARAPA Pass Summary
- Lowest elevation: 4,400 meters/11,155 feet
- Highest elevation: 4,850 meters/15,915 feet
- Hiking distance: 12 kilometers or 7.5 miles
- Approximate Hiking time: Between 06 to 07 hours
- Difficulty level: Challenging ascent and moderate descent
- Meals: Coca leaf wake up tea, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Physical Level
5, Challenging
Walking Distance
12km (7.4 miles)
Starting Altitude
Upis Hot Spring: 4,450m (14,600 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Ananta: 4,650m (15,256 ft)
Highest Altitude
Arapa Pass: 4,800m (15,478 ft)
A few years ago, Rainbow Mountain became famous; we will visit it in an extra walk of 1 hour and a half, taking the additional path until we reach the top of the Rainbow Mountain 5050 meters / 16 568 feet in Ausangate Trek 6 Days. The best is that we hike the additional circuit towards the rainbow.
After appreciating and taking in enough of the colorful mountains, we return to the ANANTA HIKING TRAIL. From ANANTA, we continue our walk for an average of 03 hours until we reach Ausangate Qocha, 4,700 meters / 15,420 feet., and Palomani hiking pass to our base camp of Huchuy Pinaya. Today’s outdoor activities vary from appreciating or observing the great snow-capped Ausangate, such as the colorful Vinicunca trail, the Red Valley, or the pass with its descent to the camp; truly remote places ideal to de-stress from the routine to find ourselves on nature walks with picturesque landscapes.
Summary 6-Day Trek Ausangate
- Lowest elevation: 4,600m/15,092ft
- Highest peak: Palomani Pass 5,200m/17,060ft
- Walking distance: 15 kilometers / 9.32 miles
- Approximate walking time: Between 08 to 09 hours
- Difficulty level: Challenging
- Meals: Fresh coca leaf wake-up tea, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner
Physical Level
5, Challenging
Walking Distance
15km (9 miles)
Starting Altitude
Ananta: 4,650m (15,256 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Rainbow Pass: 5,100m (16,732 ft)
Highest Altitude
Huchuy Pinaya: 5,550m (18,208 ft)
We continue our Ausangate Trek through the Andes, ascending to the Jampa Pass (5,150 meters or 16,919 feet). Throughout the hike, we accompany Mother Nature’s silence in this part of the world with the inspiring landscape view of the unique panoramas of Ausangate. We find herds and herds of alpacas in their natural habitat, running towards the frozen mountains and inter-Andean valleys; the higher the Andean camelids are, the happier they are, laughing and jumping because it is their natural habitat. We can capture excellent panoramic views of the landscapes with alpacas of different types and styles.
From the Jampa pass, we descend the mountain for approximately 02 hours until we reach Pampacancha (4050 meters) to continue our hiking adventure on the uphill path of the Andes Mountain for 03 hours until we reach the base camp of Jampa (4300 meters.)
JAMPA Information
- Accommodation: Camping facilities
- Maximum altitude: 5,157 meters / 16,919 feet
- Walking distance to JAMPA: 11 km, approximately 6.8 miles
- Difficulty level: Challenging
- Meals: Wake up in the store; Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Physical Level
5, Challenging
Walking Distance
11km (6.8 miles)
Starting Altitude
Huchuy Pinaya: 5,550m (18,208 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Jampa Pampa: 4,700m (15,420 ft)
Highest Altitude
Jampa Pampa: 4,700m (15,420 ft)
We are nearing the end of our 6 Days Ausangate Hike vacation through the Peruvian Andes. WE BEGIN hiking for an average of 1 hour, arriving near the base and at the top of the mountain glacier. The Ausangate glacier is one of the essential mountains in South America because it is part of the source of freshwater to pass its waters through the Andes of Peru and other South American countries. For this reason, reaching this point in Ausangate is satisfactory for the whole group to take a couple of photographs.
During the afternoon, we will descend for approximately 5 hours towards and around the Qomer Qocha lagoon to conquer the last outdoor camp of Pacchanta. Pacchanta is an Andean community with attractive hot springs to take a dip and relax your muscles after several days of trekking through the Andes.
Pacchanta Details
- Lowest elevation: 4,250 meters/13,943 feet
- Highest elevation: 4,500 meters/ 14,764 feet
- Walking distance: 13 km / 08 miles
- Approximate walking time: Between 06 to 07 hours
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Physical Level
4, Intense
Walking Distance
13km (8 miles)
Starting Altitude
Jampa Pampa: 4,700m (15,420 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Pacchanta: 4,350m (14,271 ft)
Highest Altitude
Jampa Pass: 5,080m (16,667 ft)
Wow, how incredible it is to be a few hours away from returning to Tinqui via Pacchanta. It is like going around the world, BUT in our case, it is going around the Ausangate glacier.
The last section of hiking is only 03 hours until you reach Tinqui. In Tinqui, we have lunch, say goodbye to our team of horses, and return to Cusco after having enjoyed this incredible walk of Ausangate Trek 6 Days; thank you for exploring the Andes with our team.
- Lowest elevation: 3,800 meters/12,467 feet
- Highest elevation: 4,250 meters/ 13,943 feet
- Walking distance: 07 km / 4.35 miles
- Approximate hiking time: 03 hours
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Meals: Last breakfast and lunch
Physical Level
4, Intense
Walking Distance
7km (4.3 miles)
Starting Altitude
Pacchanta: 4,350m (14,271 ft)
Minimun Altitude
Tinqui: 3,950m (12,960 ft)
Ausangate Hike 6 Days INCLUSION
- English-speaking local guide (local tour guide coming from the city of Cusco who knows the area)
- The pre-departure briefing at your hotel 1-2 days before your trip is “essential to clarify any doubts or questions.”
- Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Tinqui from Cusco (Tinqui to Cusco)
- Tent for hikers: “02 people per tent”.
- Mattress
- GENERAL TENTS
- Cook tent
- Dining tent with tables and chairs
- Toilet tent
- Muleteers and horses from Ausangate carry all the mountain equipment.
- Canvas bags where you can put your personal belongings.
- Cargo horses are to have personal items of 08 kg / 16 pounds per hiker
- All entrance tickets to the tourist circuit, as well as exit tickets for each camp and thermal bath of Upis and Pacchanta
- 01 Cook with experience in high Andean mountains, a specialist in preparing nutritious concoctions for this type of adventure
- Meals: Breakfast (05), lunch (06), dinner (05) with options for vegetarians and vegans.
- Cold-boiled water every morning to fill water bottles, but bringing cash to buy more bottled water is recommended.
- First aid kit and emergency oxygen bottle
Ausangate Trek 6 Days Tour NO INCLUSION
- Sleeping bag (we recommend bringing an excellent one from your home country that will withstand the frosty nights; alternatively, you can rent one in downtown Cusco)
- Food: Breakfast on day 01 and dinner on the last day
- Tips for the entire crew (muleteers, cook, and guide): everything is well received with all love for the services of Salkantay Trek 06 days
What to bring for the Ausangate Trek 6 Days?
The Ausangate Trek 6 days circuit brings us closer to the nature of the real Andes with impressive panoramic views. We camp in the surroundings of the thermal waters of Tinqui, frozen turquoise lakes, mountains, and spectacular geographies in combination with the habitat of the fauna of the Andes of Peru in high mountains.
- A good backpack suitable for carrying your personal belongings.
- Mountain boots are the lightest, with good ankle support!
- Hiking pants.
- 01 raincoat.
- A winter jacket is “IMPORTANT.”
- Sun protection cream (SPF 45 or higher recommended).
- Reusable water container “Let’s keep our planet green.”
- Extra money.
Travel facts Ausangate Trek 6 Days
Discover the wonders of Peru’s Ausangate region on this thrilling six-day Trek! Explore ancient ruins, discover hidden gems along lush nature trails, and experience an unforgettable journey.
The Ausangate trek is through the Andes mountains in Peru, culminating at the Ausangate glacier.
The Ausangate trek is challenging with high altitude and varying terrain.
The highest point of the Ausangate trek is the Ausangate mountain, which stands at 6,384 meters (20,945 feet) above sea level.
The best time to do the Ausangate trek is from April to October, the dry season in Peru.
The starting point of the Ausangate trek is in Tinki, a four-hour drive from Cusco.
The Ausangate trek can be completed in 6 days, depending on the itinerary.
The weather during the 6 Day Ausangate trek can be unpredictable and varies depending on the time of year. It is recommended to pack for both hot and cold weather conditions.
The Ausangate Trek 6 Day reaches high altitudes, and altitude sickness can be risky. It is recommended to acclimatize in Cusco before beginning the trek.
Accommodations during the Ausangate trek 6 Days from camping to rustic lodges.
Doing the Ausangate trek without a guide is possible, but hiring a guide or joining a guided tour is highly recommended for safety reasons.
Packing warm clothing, sturdy hiking shoes, a sleeping bag, a backpack, sunscreen, a hat, a water bottle, and snacks is recommended.
No permits are required to do the Ausangate trek.
Visiting small Andean communities and interacting with residents during the Ausangate trek offers opportunities.
Combining the Ausangate trek with a visit to Machu Picchu by taking a train from Cusco to Aguas Calientes is possible.
Several tour companies offer guided Ausangate treks, including Kondor Path Tours, Peru Treks, and Llama Path.
What’s it like
- Feel the magic of remote terrain in inhospitable Peru, where high-altitude nature remains untouched. Walk the ancient Ausangate Trek through the Andes of the Incas.
- Immerse yourself with KONDOR PATH TOURS in the breathtaking landscapes of Peru’s Ausangate mountain range on this 6-day Trek. Enjoy views of glacial peaks, glaciers, and more as you explore this beautiful area!
- Rejuvenate your body and spirit with a 6-day trek into Peru’s awe-inspiring landscape at Ausangate! Get ready to challenge yourself in the great outdoors and come out better for it.
- Get off the beaten path this summer with our 6-day Ausangate Trek challenge in Peru. You’ll experience nature’s finest scenery, from snow-capped mountains to deep forest trails!
6-Day Ausangate Hike
For the Ausangate 6-Day Trek, we have the local logistics of Ausangate, such as packing donkeys, muleteers, and residents of the area, thus providing indirect and direct work to the communities of the last original direct descendants of the Inca empire, where clothing prevails in colorful traditional. Explore Peru south of Cusco towards Ausangate, hiking for 06 days and 05 nights with open-air camps of spectacular glacial views and uninterrupted beauty in the mystical solitude of mother nature; recommended for hikers who love a true adventure through remote iconic places.
Our travel Company is fully authorized by the Ministry of Culture Peru. Embark on an unforgettable journey and traverse the sacred Ausangate mountain in six days! Discover amazing views and unique cultures.
Ausangate Trek 6 Days COST
HIKING SERVICE
Season 2023 – 2024
We carry out this trekking circuit through the Andes of Ausangate.
| Number of persons |
Price per person |
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| 2 |
$ 940.00 USD |
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| 3 |
$ 695.00 USD |
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| 4 |
$ 540.00 USD |
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| 5 |
$ 530.00 USD |
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| 6 |
$ 465.00 USD |
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| 7 |
$ 430.00 USD |
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| 8 |
$ 385.00 USD |
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Take your adventures up a notch with this 6-day trekking journey to the Ausangate Region! Let us show you this magical land through a fantastic trekking experience.
* Price based on 02 people sharing one tent.
** Kondor Path Tours operates the Ausangate Hiking Trail 6 days
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